About the role#
As an AI Software Engineer Intern, you will define and implement the AI/ML infrastructure that powers the Nirmata Policy Management platform. You will also contribute to the development of new AI-powered features. This role provides hands-on experience with software development projects and mentorship from experienced engineers.
What you'll do#
- Build and maintain AI/ML infrastructure for policy management.
- Develop features driven by AI capabilities.
- Work within a team environment to contribute to a SaaS platform using Java, Go, Kubernetes, MongoDB, and Kafka.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Computer Science or a related field.
- Academic or project focus on machine learning and data science.
- Experience working with AI Agents and MCP Servers.
- Familiarity with Large Language Models (LLMs) and Generative AI technologies, including Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and model tuning.
- Knowledge of SLMs, including model design and fine-tuning.
- Interest in Kubernetes and cloud native technologies.
Location & details#
- Location: San Jose, California.
- Modality: Hybrid.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
- Term: Rolling.
About Nirmata
Nirmata provides software for Kubernetes security and policy management. The company maintains Kyverno, a policy engine used for governance in cloud environments. It serves organizations in sectors like healthcare and finance by automating compliance and security tasks. Founded in 2017, the business is based in Santa Clara, California, and has a staff of 11 to 50 people.
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