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Software Engineer Intern

  • On-site
    • Somerville, 02143

Job description

What You’ll Do

As a Software Engineer Intern, you will contribute to the development and enhancement of software systems that support critical data processing, system validation, and operational efficiency. Your responsibilities may include:

  • Designing and implementing interfaces to integrate various software tools and components into a cohesive system.

  • Developing dashboards and data visualization tools to enable effective analysis and reporting.

  • Building and optimizing back-end and front-end systems for configuration management and system monitoring.

  • Supporting multi-sensor system deployments by creating scalable and efficient integration frameworks.

  • Developing data processing pipelines and engines to manage and analyze large datasets.

  • Creating tools and automation scripts for validating system performance and ensuring operational reliability.

What Makes You a Great Fit

  • Strong Technical Foundations: You have a solid understanding of software development principles and experience working with programming languages like Python and C++.

  • Problem-Solving Mindset: You excel at breaking down complex problems into manageable solutions and implementing them efficiently.

  • Adaptability: You are eager to learn new technologies and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

  • Team Player: You collaborate effectively with others, communicate ideas clearly, and contribute to team success.

  • Detail-Oriented: You pay attention to details, ensuring quality and reliability in your work.

  • Innovative Thinker: You bring creative ideas to the table, exploring novel solutions to challenging problems.

  • Proactive Approach: You take ownership of tasks, show initiative, and drive projects forward.

Why You’ll Love This Role

  • Diverse Challenges: Work on a variety of projects ranging from system integration to data visualization, providing opportunities to learn and grow.

  • Real-World Impact: Contribute to software solutions that directly support critical applications and improve system performance.

  • Collaborative Environment: Be part of a supportive team where your ideas are valued, and your contributions make a difference.

  • Learning Opportunities: Gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge tools and technologies while working on impactful, real-world problems.

  • Innovation-Driven Culture: Join a fast-paced, dynamic organization that fosters creativity and encourages exploring new ideas.

  • Skill Development: Enhance your technical and problem-solving skills while working on challenging and meaningful projects.

  • Career Growth: Build a strong foundation for your career in software engineering, with mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals.

Job requirements

Job Requirements

  • Recently completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

  • Proficiency in Python, C++, or related programming languages.

  • Experience or coursework in software development, with an emphasis on system integration and backend development.

  • Familiarity with databases (e.g., InfluxDB, SQL) and data visualization tools (e.g., Grafana).

  • Understanding of system configuration management tools (e.g., Chef, Ansible) and software deployment pipelines.

  • Basic knowledge of data engineering concepts and designing data-driven systems.

  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Hands-on experience integrating systems or APIs with visualization tools like Foxglove.

  • Familiarity with real-time data pipelines, ETL workflows, and dashboard development.

  • Knowledge of system validation techniques and automation tools.

  • Exposure to working with sensor-based systems or hardware-software integration.

  • Experience with cloud technologies and modern software development practices (e.g., CI/CD pipelines).

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On-site
  • Somerville, Massachusetts, United States