Software Engineer, Database Internals

About This Role

This internship is your launchpad into the tech industry's premier companies. Oracle's internship program is selective, intensive, and career-defining. You'll work on real production code, own meaningful projects, and collaborate with world-class engineers. Most importantly, top performers receive full-time offers (PPO), eliminating the uncertainty of campus hiring rounds. The internship experience teaches you industry practices that college labs simply cannot replicate—from code reviews and deployment pipelines to production debugging and performance optimization. Whether you convert to full-time or use this as your foundation for other opportunities, this three-month sprint will dramatically accelerate your engineering journey and open doors throughout the industry.

Responsibilities

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  Write high-performance C/C++ code for database kernels.

  Understanding the specifics of this responsibility will help you prepare effectively for the role and contribute immediately from day one.

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  Debug and resolve complex concurrency and race condition issues.

  Understanding the specifics of this responsibility will help you prepare effectively for the role and contribute immediately from day one.

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  Develop features that improve database security and performance at scale.

  Building software components means writing clean, maintainable code that follows industry best practices. You'll create features end-to-end, from design discussions to deployment. This includes unit testing, code documentation, and ensuring your code is readable for other team members.

Required Skills

Salary & Benefits

Understanding your compensation is crucial for career decisions. The salary range offered reflects market standards, your experience level, and the company's scale. For professionals in India's tech industry, this range is competitive. Beyond base salary, consider the total package: bonus structure, stock options (at startups), PF contributions, health insurance, and relocation support. Early-career offers often include performance bonuses that can significantly increase take-home. At Oracle, career progression typically leads to 20-40% raises within 2-3 years. Negotiate thoughtfully—most companies have flexibility beyond the listed range, especially for strong candidates. Remember: career growth and learning opportunities often matter more than initial salary for long-term success.

Why Apply