Open-source software · Raleigh, North Carolina · Founded 1993
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About Red Hat
Red Hat makes enterprise open-source software, including Red Hat Enterprise Linux, OpenShift and Ansible, and has been part of IBM since 2019. Pune and Bengaluru host large engineering teams.
- Founded
- 1993
- Headquarters
- Raleigh, North Carolina
- Employees
- ~19,000
- Careers
- redhat.com ↗
Red Hat interview process
3 stages · Reapply after 6 months if not selected. Rounds vary by role and level.
- 1
Recruiter screen
Background and role fit.
- 2
Technical interviews
Linux, programming and the product area (RHEL, OpenShift or Ansible).
- 3
Manager and team interviews
Open-source collaboration and team fit.
What Red Hat tests
- Topics
- Linux Kernel & Systemd Internals · Kubernetes Operator SDK & Controllers · Container Runtime (CRI-O / Podman) · Open Source Development Practices · Networking & Sockets
- Tech stack
- Go · C · Python · Kubernetes · Linux Kernel
- Levels
- Associate Software Engineer, Senior Software Engineer, Principal Engineer
How to get referred at Red Hat
Step 1
Find the exact role
Open the job on redhat.com and copy the job link and job ID. Referrers can only submit you for a specific opening.
Step 2
Pick the right referrer
Choose a verified Red Hat employee. Someone in the same team or function can speak to your fit more credibly.
Step 3
Send a focused request
Attach a resume tailored to the role and a three- or four-line note on why you fit. Lead with experience that matches what Red Hat tests, such as Linux Kernel & Systemd Internals and Kubernetes Operator SDK & Controllers.
Step 4
Get referred and track it
Once they accept and you pay, they submit you through Red Hat's internal referral portal and upload proof. Your payment is held until that proof is in.
Red Hat tip: Red Hat values open-source work. Link any upstream contributions (for example Linux, Kubernetes or Ansible) in your note.
Questions about Red Hat referrals
How do I get a referral at Red Hat?
Find the exact role on Red Hat's careers site and copy the job ID, choose a verified Red Hat referrer on this page, then send your tailored resume with a short note on why you fit. The referrer submits you through Red Hat's internal referral portal and uploads proof.
What is the Red Hat interview process?
It usually has 3 stages: recruiter screen, technical interviews and manager and team interviews. The exact rounds vary by role and level.
How much does a Red Hat referral cost?
Each referrer sets their own fee, and you pay only after the referrer accepts your request.
Does a Red Hat referral guarantee an interview?
No. A Red Hat referral puts your profile in front of the recruiter through the internal process, but Red Hat decides on interviews, offers and hiring.
How long should I wait to reapply to Red Hat after a rejection?
Candidates are usually asked to wait about 6 months after a final-round rejection before interviewing for a similar role again.
Where is Red Hat headquartered?
Red Hat is headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina and was founded in 1993.
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