Software Engineering Intern

Viridien; Crawley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from industry experts

Visa sponsorship available

Bank Holiday Swap

Job summary

Viridien in Crawley is looking for a Software Engineering Intern who has a strong foundation in Python and a broad interest in software engineering. This role involves developing backend services, supporting machine learning model deployment, and enhancing application workflows.

Interns will gain hands-on experience on impactful projects while receiving mentorship from industry experts and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Python as the primary language.
• Understanding of backend development concepts like APIs and databases.
• Familiarity with machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend services and APIs using Python.
• Support the development and deployment of machine learning models.
• Containerize applications to improve development workflows.

Skills

Proficiency in Python

Hands-on experience with Docker

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure)

Job description

Job Summary

We’re looking for a Software Engineering Intern with a strong foundation in Python and a broad interest across different areas of software engineering. This role is suited for someone who enjoys solving diverse technical problems—from backend development to machine learning and performance optimization. You’ll work on real‑world systems and contribute across multiple domains, rather than being confined to a single specialization.

About The Team

We are a diverse and dynamic group of Software Engineering professionals based across Crawley, Houston, and Singapore. We work together to combine our expertise across regions to drive innovation and impactful results. Our team values collaboration, continuous learning, and innovation, and we take pride in supporting each other to achieve shared goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend services and APIs using Python
• Support the development and deployment of machine learning models
• Work on debugging, performance tuning, and system optimization
• Containerize applications and improve development/deployment workflows
• Collaborate on system design and implementation across teams
• Write clean, efficient, and well‑documented code

Qualifications

Required:

• Strong proficiency in Python (this is the primary language used)
• Hands‑on experience with Docker (building images, writing Dockerfiles, running containers)
• Good understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software engineering fundamentals
• Familiarity with backend development concepts (APIs, databases, services)
• Ability to work across different areas of software
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail

Preferred:

• Experience with Kubernetes (K8s)
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
• Exposure to machine learning frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, scikit‑learn, langgraph, vllm)
• Understanding of system performance, concurrency and optimization techniques
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines or DevOps practices

Why work with us?

• Hands‑on experience on high‑impact projects
• Mentorship from industry experts
• Opportunities for professional growth and networking
• Bank Holiday Swap – change your public holiday for another day of your choice
• Visa sponsorship and comprehensive relocation packages available
• Relaxed dress code policy