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Software Engineer - Hypervisor, Backend

Rubrik
Palo Alto, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 7 Jul 2025
💰 $228,700/yr($152,400/yr$228,700/yr)

About the role

About Team & About Role

Hypervisors are currently the most widely protected workload on the Rubrik platform. You and the team's work will make a huge impact for our customers and for Rubrik as we are building a world class data management platform to help manage and protect customer data on hypervisor and host.

You will be part of a dynamic team that is solving the toughest engineering problems in building large scale distributed systems that are serving both cloud and on-prem protection. In your day-to-day work, you will leverage your past experience in developing large software systems to design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and improve Rubrik’s products. You will have the opportunity to manage and drive large projects end to end with your technical expertise. To be successful in the role, one will need to be self motivated and be able to work independently or partner closely with other engineers on a project.  This person will work alongside a diverse team of engineers that all bring a unique perspective to Rubrik.  In addition this role provides great opportunities for personal growth as well as the support for professional development.

What You’ll Do

As a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for:

  • Full stack ownership including design, implementation, and testing of new features protecting customers’ virtual machine deployments in data centers and in the cloud
  • Troubleshooting issues experienced by customers or internal product test, and providing remedial solutions
  • Analyzing field and internal data, and developing product improvements.
  • You will collaborate with partner teams such as Product Management, Support.

Experience You’ll Need:

You are passionate about  working with complex distributed systems that serve business and enterprise customers:

  • BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science or in any related field
  • 2+ years of product development experience 
  • Ability to identify scalable and elegant solutions to complex problems
  • Strong interest and ability to learn new technologies
  • Proficient in one of C++, Java, Go, Scala or Python
  • Full stack development experience is a plus
  • Distributed systems design and development experience is preferred
  • Experience with popular workload such as Virtual Machines is a bonus

 

The minimum and maximum base salaries for this role are posted below; additionally, the role is eligible for bonus potential, equity and benefits. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the role based on U.S. location. Within the range, the salary offered will be determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.US Pay Range$152,400$228,700 USD

Join Us in Securing the World's Data

Rubrik (NYSE: RBRK) is on a mission to secure the world’s data. With Zero Trust Data Security™, we help organizations achieve business resilience against cyberattacks, malicious insiders, and operational disruptions. Rubrik Security Cloud, powered by machine learning, secures data across enterprise, cloud, and SaaS applications. We help organizations uphold data integrity, deliver data availability that withstands adverse conditions, continuously monitor data risks and threats, and restore businesses with their data when infrastructure is attacked.

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Inclusion @ Rubrik

At Rubrik, we are dedicated to fostering a culture where people from all backgrounds are valued, feel they belong, and believe they can succeed. Our commitment to inclusion is at the heart of our mission to secure the world’s data.

Our goal is to hire and promote the best talent, regardless of background. We continually review our hiring practices to ensure fairness and strive to create an environment where every employee has equal access to opportunities for growth and excellence. We believe in empowering everyone to bring their authentic selves to work and achieve their fullest potential.

Our inclusion strategy focuses on three core areas of our business and culture:

  • Our Company: We are committed to building a merit-based organization that offers equal access to growth and success for all employees globally. Your potential is limitless here.

  • Our Culture: We strive to create an inclusive atmosphere where individuals from all backgrounds feel a strong sense of belonging, can thrive, and do their best work. Your contr

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