Rubrik Backend Engineer Interview Questions

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CodingStart here. 7 questions · ~81 min

Tests your ability to implement correct tree traversal and depth limiting logic.

Assesses your ability to improve memory efficiency while preserving correctness.

Data Structure Trade-OffsMedium

Tests ability to select appropriate data structures based on constraints.

Hash TablesArraysTrees

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Building an LRU CacheMedium

Assesses your ability to design and implement an efficient caching data structure.

Data Structureslru cache

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O(1) Insert and Delete StructureHard

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Implement a set with expected O(1) insertion and deletion using an array and a hash map.

ArraysperformanceData Structures

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Array or String Processing ProblemMedium

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Find the longest substring without repeated characters using a sliding window and last-seen index map.

CodingArray ManipulationAlgorithms

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Behavioral & Leadership5 questions · ~58 min

Resolving Technical Conflict on ApproachMedium

Tests conflict resolution in technical disagreements, including communication, influence without authority, and ownership of the final outcome.

Conflict ResolutionStakeholder ManagementCommunication

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Balancing Quality Against Delivery PressureMedium

Tests ownership and prioritization in managing code quality and technical debt without sacrificing delivery.

CommunicationOwnershipPrioritization

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