Job Role: Trainee – SRE (Site or Service Reliability Engineering)
Company: Red Hat
Job Location: Pune, Maharashtra, India (Tower 6)
Job Type: Full-Time Trainee (6-month duration: June to December 2026)
Eligible Batch: 2025 / 2026 Passouts (Fresh Graduates / Final-Year Students)
Work Mode: On-site
Expected Stipend: Competitive for trainee/intern roles (indicative ₹20,000–₹40,000 per month based on market trends for Red Hat trainee/SRE interns in Pune from AmbitionBox/Glassdoor; actual based on interview/performance; potential for extension/PPO)
Red Hat Trainee – SRE Overview
Red Hat is a leading provider of open-source enterprise software solutions, including Linux, middleware, cloud technologies, Kubernetes, and automation tools—empowering organizations worldwide with reliable, scalable infrastructure. The SRE Trainee role (June–December 2026) is a 6-month hands-on program offering mentorship from senior engineers, collaboration with global teams, and exposure to real SRE practices in a supportive, innovative environment. Trainees contribute to service scalability/reliability, code quality, testing, AI/ML workflow integration, and agile team processes—ideal for fresh 2025/2026 graduates passionate about open-source, cloud, Linux, automation, and building reliable systems in a culture that values freedom, courage, and continuous learning.
This is a solid SRE trainee opportunity at Red Hat Pune for 2025/2026 fresh grads with basic Python/Golang/Linux/cloud interest who want open-source exposure and strong mentorship—excellent if you’re proactive, okay with on-site, and excited about reliability engineering/AI integration. Skip if you prefer non-technical roles, immediate high CTC, or dislike structured 6-month programs without guaranteed extension, as it’s short-term with focus on learning/contributing in agile SRE teams.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Contribute code to increase the scalability and reliability of services
- Contribute to software tests and participate in peer reviews to improve codebase quality
- Actively participate in knowledge sharing and team collaboration
- Assist in exploring and integrating basic AI/ML workflows into daily operational tasks
- Work within a small agile team to develop/improve SRE software, support peers, plan, and self-improve
- Network with other talented interns/trainees in an inclusive, empowering workplace
Eligibility Criteria for Red Hat Trainee – SRE 2026
Mandatory Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (2025/2026) in Engineering, Technology (CS/IT), Science, Computer Applications, AI/ML, Data Science, or related
- Working knowledge of written and spoken English
- Basic knowledge and willingness to use Python, Golang, or a similar programming language
- Basic knowledge of the UNIX or Linux operating system
- Basic understanding of public cloud technologies
- Passion, curiosity, and desire to create/explore new things
- Willingness to learn, be proactive, and work as part of a wider team
- Demonstrated interest in AI/ML workflows and IT automation
Preferred Skills
- Exposure to open-source tools, Kubernetes, containers, or SRE principles
- Basic scripting/automation experience
- Interest in reliability, observability, and DevOps practices
Red Hat Salary, Benefits and Perks
- Stipend: Competitive (indicative ₹20,000–₹40,000 per month; varies by performance/location)
- 6-month hands-on SRE training with senior mentorship and global team collaboration
- Exposure to open-source SRE practices, code contribution, testing, AI/ML integration, and agile workflows
- Opportunity to network with interns/trainees and potential extension/PPO
- Inclusive culture emphasizing freedom, courage, continuous learning, and personal growth
Stipend figures are indicative based on recent Red Hat trainee/intern hiring patterns in Pune (from AmbitionBox/Glassdoor). Actual offers may vary depending on interview performance and company policies.
Red Hat Selection Process
- Online application and resume shortlisting
- Online assessments (coding basics, aptitude possible)
- Technical interview(s) on Python/Linux/cloud basics, problem-solving, and SRE interest
- HR/managerial round (communication, team fit, and motivation) and final selection
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How to Apply for Red Hat Trainee – SRE 2026
Official Apply Link:
Apply Online – Red Hat Careers
Documents Required: Updated resume, academic mark sheets/certificates, any relevant project/code/GitHub links
FAQs for Red Hat Trainee – SRE 2026
Who can apply for this role?
2025/2026 batch graduates in CS/IT/Engineering/AI/ML/Data Science with basic Python/Golang/Linux/cloud knowledge and interest in SRE/AI automation.
Is this role suitable for freshers?
Yes. Designed for fresh graduates/final-year students with mentorship and hands-on contribution focus.
Is work from home available?
On-site in Pune (Tower 6; confirm during process).
What is the tech focus?
Site Reliability Engineering: code contribution for scalability/reliability, testing/peer review, Linux/UNIX, public cloud, Python/Golang, basic AI/ML workflows, automation, and agile SRE practices in open-source environment.
About Red Hat
Red Hat is the world’s leading provider of enterprise open-source software solutions, delivering Linux, cloud, container, Kubernetes, and automation technologies that power hybrid cloud infrastructures and drive digital transformation for organizations globally.
Last Updated March 2026 | Job verified and active