Software Engineer Intern- Hybrid (Austin, TX) - Immediate Start

JOB DESCRIPTION

Hybrid Opportunity 40 hours per week at $18 per hour Austin, Texas Location

As a Staples USR Digital Solutions Intern, you will be part of a fast-paced, cross-functional team responsible for delivering world class software solutions that will be utilized across the retail setting. You will be challenged with identifying innovative ideas and proof of concept to deliver against the existing and future needs of our growing business.

The Staples Summer Internship Program is full time position for 10-12 weeks. As a member of our Software Engineering team, all interns will have regularly assigned work, will participate in team meetings and events, have an opportunity to network with other professionals in the field, and serve as a fully functioning member of our dynamic team. There will be ample opportunity to work collaboratively with other software engineering professionals on assignments that address current business issues and challenges them to build on their knowledge base and skill set.

Responsibilities: Your responsibilities as an Intern will vary based on the specific role and organization, and may involve:

• Gathering business requirements and collaborating with business partners.
• Researching, designing, testing, deploying and maintaining software solutions.
• Interacting with engineers and other cross-functional teams such as Product Management, Release Engineering, Quality Engineering, Data Science, Data Security or Operations, to develop innovative solutions that meet Retail needs with respect to functionality, performance, scalability, reliability, realistic implementation schedules, and adherence to development goals and principles.
• Identifying and fixing stability/scalability issues in a very time critical environment.
• Participating in implementations, helping to resolve issues, and developing industry and product technical expertise.

Basic Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree (rising junior or senior) or Master's degree in computer science, software engineering, data science/analytics, data security or related technology fields.
• Requires a GPA of 3.0 or higher

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of React and/or Angular
• Be collaborative and flexible, with a positive attitude and focus on achieving results
• Excellent data analysis skills and keen intellectual curiosity
• Ability to analyze and improve processes
• Knowledge and ability to adopt project management practices
• Experience in systems software or algorithms
• Familiarity with TCP/IP and network architecture
• Interest in Data Management
• Knowledge of database technologies such as RDBMS, SQL & NoSQL technologies
• Familiarity with REST or SOAP webservices
• Knowledge of UNIX/Linux or Windows environments and APIs
• Perform solution analysis, translating requirements into design specifications
• Writing fully testable, high-quality code
• Input in the team's front-end architecture and technology roadmap
• Working with backend APIs to retrieve data.
• Support the team through QA and deployments.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong time management and organization skills and ability to balance multiple priorities
• Enthusiastic about generating innovative ideas, approaches and solutions to complex problems and opportunities

Staples is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

ABOUT US

The world of working and learning has changed. This is your opportunity to be a part of a brand transformation and growth strategy within the retail industry. Staples is helping our customers and community discover innovative products, services, and inspiration that unlock what's possible, while empowering you to unlock your potential. Our people are the heart of our success and there has never been a better time to join us as we lead the way in a new era of working and learning.

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Staples is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.