About the role#
Muon Space is looking for a Software Engineering Intern to join our Information Systems team. You will build and maintain the internal software tools that support our planning, hiring, finance, and engineering teams. These systems allow our satellite engineers to focus on their work. You will own a scoped project from design to deployment while receiving direct mentorship from our team.
What you'll do#
- Own a project from start to finish, including design, testing, and deployment.
- Build full-stack features for internal web applications using React, TypeScript, Node.js, and PostgreSQL.
- Create and maintain integrations between business systems like HRIS, Jira, Slack, and Google Workspace.
- Write automated tests and improve CI/CD, monitoring, and cloud deployment practices.
- Propose software designs, participate in code reviews, and document your work.
- Collaborate with stakeholders in People, Finance, and Engineering to gather requirements and feedback.
- Debug unfamiliar tools and learn how production systems operate.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, software engineering, information systems, or a related field.
- Coursework or practical experience in data structures, algorithms, databases, and web fundamentals.
- Proficiency in at least one programming language, such as JavaScript, TypeScript, or Python.
- Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work full-time, on-site in San Jose.
- Prior internship, co-op, or team project experience is helpful.
- Experience with React, Node.js, SQL, PostgreSQL, REST APIs, OAuth, Docker, or cloud platforms like GCP or AWS is a plus.
- Experience with scripting or automating workflows and an interest in applying LLMs to internal processes are also welcome.
Location & details#
- This internship is located on-site in San Jose, California.
- The term is for Summer 2027.
- This is a paid, full-time position.
- This role requires access to export-controlled information, so candidates must be U.S. persons or otherwise eligible under U.S. government export regulations.
About Muon Space
Muon Space is a space systems provider based in Mountain View, California. Founded in 2021, the company designs, builds, and operates satellite constellations. It provides Earth intelligence data for sectors such as national security and climate monitoring. The firm employs between 51 and 200 people.
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