Intern - Software Engineer (Platform Communications)

Are you interested in learning about distributed systems?

Would you like to build a complete application from the ground up?

Join the Akamai Cloud Technology Group

We develop software that helps to operate one of the largest distributed systems in the world. Our systems deliver configuration and control information to our global network of over 300,000 Linux servers. We collaborate with internal teams to create innovative, powerful, scalable, highly reliable and secure systems at scale.

As a participant in our program, you will gain valuable experience and contribute through meaningful project work. You will have the opportunity to join us for training, networking events, and engagements with company leadership. Our internships are open to students and graduates.
Start: July 1st
Duration: 6 months
Salary: 45 PLN gross/h

Partner with the best

We have identified multiple potential projects that can be chosen based on your skills and interests. Each will give you the opportunity to learn and grow by solving real world problems. Opportunities include:

• Full Stack Application: Build a new application to solve a concrete business problem.
  The system will have UI and backend components, and integration with external
  systems.
• Distributed systems simulation: Develop Functionality for simulating large scale
  telemetry data and control feedback within our distributed system.
• Data collection pipeline: Build tools to collect and analyse network health data to spot
  issues and gain valuable insights.

As a Software Engineering Intern, you will contribute to the full lifecycle of your solutions,
including:

• Participating in design and planning discussions
• Developing functionality, unit tests, and integration tests
• Testing and deploying code
• Creating documentation

Do what you love

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have an active student status through the whole duration of the program
• Be able to demonstrate coding ability in languages such as Python, Java, or Bash
• Have experience working with bash shells in Linux/Unix environments
• Possess strong fundamental knowledge of DNS, networking, operating system concepts
• Be familiar with container platforms such as Docker and Azure
• Be familiar with SQL relational and NOSQL databases such as Apache Cassandra, PostgreSQL, Oracle, SQL Server or MySQL
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills

Work in a way that works for you

Our 6-month intern program starts in July. The program requires you to be available 40 hours per week during summer months (July-September). We offer the opportunity to work part-time during the academic year (October-December).
This is a flexible role and may be performed at your home and/or the local Akamai office (in the country advertised). We are happy to discuss working options in this role and encourage you to speak with your recruiter in more details when you apply.

We power and protect life online, by solving the toughest challenges, together.

At Akamai, we're curious, innovative, collaborative and tenacious. We celebrate diversity of thought and we hold an unwavering belief that we can make a meaningful difference. Our teams use their global perspectives to put customers at the forefront of everything they do, so if you are people-centric, you'll thrive here.

Working for you

Through our intern and co-op programs we will provide you with opportunities to grow, flourish, and achieve great things. Financial benefits are offered through our managed service provider (MSP). Students also gain the following benefits directly from our programs:

• Mentorship
• Career development trainings
• Visibility into senior leadership through Fireside Chats
• Networking and social events with an international intern cohort
• Fun perks including Akamai branded merchandise

About us

Akamai powers and protects life online. Leading companies worldwide choose Akamai to build, deliver, and secure their digital experiences helping billions of people live, work, and play every day. With the world's most distributed compute platform from cloud to edge we make it easy for customers to develop and run applications, while we keep experiences closer to users and threats farther away.

Join us

Are you seeking an opportunity to learn and make a real impact in a global technology company? Come join us and learn with a team of people who will energize and inspire you! By the end of your assignment, you will gain a network of encouraging colleagues ready to support you in your studies and beyond.