Software Engineer - Reliability (US Citizen)

Rubrik; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 158,000 - 237,000; Full time

Job summary

Rubrik is seeking Site Reliability Engineers to ensure Rubrik's infrastructure services run smoothly and scale for future growth. You will work closely with product managers, designers, and engineers to design, implement and maintain reliable systems across databases, Kubernetes, and the cloud.

This role blends software and systems engineering to keep services healthy and efficient. This position emphasizes high availability, disaster recovery, capacity planning, monitoring, and automation.

Qualifications

• 2+ years designing and managing relational databases with focus on performance, scalability, reliability, high-availability, and DR.
• Experience operating database layer of a large scale SaaS product.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as Google Cloud Platform or others.
• Proficiency in Golang, Python, Java, Scala, or C++; strong problem solving and ownership.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high availability and durability of databases.
• Write and review code; design upgrades and capacity plans.
• Build monitoring and automation to improve efficiency across teams.
• Participate in on-call rotations and follow-the-sun support across continents.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve Polaris Cloud Platform.

Skills

Relational DB design

Kubernetes

Cloud platforms

Golang

Python

Java

C++

Unix/Linux

SQL tooling

Tools

GCP

Unix/Linux

Job description

About The Team

The Rubrik Engineering team is comprised of people who produce extraordinary results. Our engineers are driven to build efficient, reliable, and cost effective products. We believe in empowering our teams, giving engineers autonomy and responsibility, not just tasks. Our goal is to motivate and challenge you to do the best work of your career. As part of the Rubrik Engineering team, you will work closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define the next generation of products for Rubrik. At Rubrik, nothing will stop you from thinking big. We are looking for individuals who are comfortable with ambiguity and excited by the prospect of a challenge. If you have a positive attitude, high energy and limitless drive, and like to win, we want to talk to you!

About The Role

Site Reliability Engineers at Rubrik are systems/software engineers who ensure that Rubrik's infrastructure services run smoothly and have the capacity for future growth.

What You’ll Do

• Ensure we maintain high availability and durability of our databases
• Establish best practices for internal teams to write performant SQL queries
• Perform periodic database upgrades minimizing downtime for our customers
• Design, implement and maintain relational database systems for performance and reliability
• Manage and run backend systems like Kubernetes, MySQL and everything in between
• Drive reliability, availability and efficiency improvements to Rubrik's Polaris Cloud Platform
• Good mix of software and system engineering skills
• Participate on-call rotations across continents, using a follow-the-sun model
• Write and review code, plan and execute upgrades, develop documentation and capacity plans, and debug production issues
• Work cross-functionally with various engineering teams
• Build monitoring tools and automation to increase efficiency of all teams
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Drive FedRamp Certification process
• Good written and verbal communication skills

Experience You'll Need

• 2+ years of experience designing and managing relational databases with a focus on performance, scalability, reliability, high-availability, and disaster recovery.
• Experience in database design and architecture supporting large enterprise customers with high SLO and SLA requirements
• Experience operating database layer of a large scale SaaS product
• Experience in one or more of the following: Golang, Python, Java, Scala, C++
• Systematic problem-solving approach, coupled with strong communication skills and a sense of ownership and drive
• Expertise in designing, analyzing and troubleshooting large-scale distributed systems
• Ability to debug and optimize code and automate routine tasks
• Strong operational experience with Unix/Linux operating systems and networking
• Experience with Google Cloud Platform or other public cloud technologies
• Minimum 1-3 years of experience as a Development, DevOps or Site Reliability Engineer Willing to provide 24/7 coverage
• Strong Documentation skills
• Experience working with multiple departments and divisions within an organization
• Strong understanding of Databases is a definite plus
• Experience leading support personnel
• Experience with FedRAMP certification is strongly desired

Additional Requirements

• U.S. citizenship at the time of hire.
• Residence within the contiguous United States (i.e., the lower 48 states and the District of Columbia); and
• Willingness to undergo a Single Source Background Investigation if required.

Security And Privacy Responsibilities Section

This position carries special Security and Privacy Responsibilities for protecting the U.S. Federal Government’s interests:

• Know, acknowledge, and follow system-specific security policies and procedures;
• Protect data and individual privacy per requirements and regulations;
• Perform ongoing activities in compliance with service and contractual obligations;
• Participate in role-based training, completing assignments on a timely basis;
• Report security issues promptly, and aid investigation when needed;
• Support controlled changes and vulnerability remediation activities; and
• Work collaboratively with Information Security in designing, implementing, assessing or enhancing system-specific security and privacy controls.

Position Risk Designation Section

This position carries duties and responsibilities involving the U.S. Federal Government’s interests. The selected incumbent may be subject to one or both of the additional background checks with periodic re-screening as noted below:

Position Risk Designation: Non-Sensitive, Low Risk, Tier 1

Incumbents without access to U.S. Government data may be required to complete Standard Form 85 and undergo a Tier 1 Investigation (T1) for non-sensitive positions of Low Risk. (Baseline screening; formerly National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI)).

Position Risk Designation: Non-Sensitive, Moderate Risk, Tier 2 (Public Trust)

Incumbents with access to U.S. Government data may be required to complete Standard Form 85P and undergo Tier 2 (T2) Investigation for non-sensitive positions designated Moderate Risk.

Position Risk Designation:Moderate Risk Law Enforcement (CJIS)

When hired for a position where access to Moderate Risk criminal justice information is required, the employee must complete fingerprint-based national criminal history background check within 30 days after the employee’s start date.

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

$158,000—$237,000 USD

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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 contributions help us innovate and break boundaries.
• Our Communities: We are dedicated to expanding our engagement with the communities we operate in, creating opportunities for underrepresented talent and driving greater innovation for our clients. Your impact extends beyond Rubrik, contributing to safer and stronger communities.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Rubrik is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Rubrik provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Rubrik complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.