Co-op, Software Engineer

Socket.dev; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Skillz is seeking a software co-op student to develop and maintain backend services and APIs that power real-money player flows. You will collaborate in sprint planning, perform code reviews, and write clean, documented code.

You'll contribute to payment and platform services architecture while learning modern cloud and CI/CD practices in a fast-paced, on-site team in Las Vegas, with relocation support if needed. Minimum GPA and enrollment required.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a CS degree and pursuing internships.
• GPA expected for consideration.
• Experience with software engineering basics and learning on the job.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend services and APIs for payment infra and real-money flows.
• Collaborate on sprint planning, code reviews, and technical discussions.
• Write clean, well-tested, and well-documented code.
• Debug and resolve production issues across deposit, withdrawal, and payout systems.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and documentation.

Skills

Algorithms and data structures

Server-side languages

RESTful APIs

Payments knowledge

Agile teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's student in Computer Science

Tools

Git

CI/CD

AWS

Job description

About Skillz

If you want to build, own, and see your impact — join Skillz and level up your career.

Skillz is the competition infrastructure platform that powers real-money, skill-based tournaments inside mobile games. We didn't just enter the competitive gaming market — we invented it. Founded in 2012 by entrepreneur and inventor Andrew Paradise, Skillz built the category from scratch: the patented matchmaking, identity, payments, fraud protection, and developer tools that make fair, real-stakes competition possible at scale.

Skillz hosts billions of casual mobile gaming tournaments for millions of players worldwide and is revolutionizing the gaming industry. By fostering social competition within games, the Skillz platform helps developers build multi-million dollar franchises by enabling real-money activity in their games and providing operational support while connecting players through fair, enjoyable, and meaningful competition.

Today, Skillz is part of FIRY — a global holding company operating at the intersection of gaming, AI-powered performance marketing, and developer infrastructure. Alongside RZR, our AI-driven ad network, and Beamable, our backend and LiveOps platform, Skillz sits at the center of a compounding data flywheel that no standalone competitor can replicate. 800,000+ daily tournaments. $7.5 billion in lifetime prizes paid to players. 90 million registered users.

We're a high-conviction team of builders who came from Apple, Amazon, Google, Microsoft, Tesla, X, Roblox, Zynga, Samsung, Lyft, EA, Riot, Nexon, Gameskraft, PlayStation, Unity, Scopely, Tinder, Intel, Deloitte, EY, Twitch, DraftKings, Wynn Resorts, and more. We operate like a startup, hold ourselves to high standards, and move fast with purpose. If you want to work on infrastructure that matters — and be part of a team that fights for what it builds — Skillz is the right place.

Skillz Co‑Op Program

• Duration: 6-12 months, running from January 11, 2027 to August 20, 2027, with the opportunity to extend for a second term
• Location: In-office role based in our Las Vegas office, requiring onsite presence 5 days a week, 40 hours a week (relocation support provided)
• Eligibility: You must be an enrolled student at the start of the program and graduate no more than 1 year after the program begins
• Strong performers may be considered for a full-time opportunity at the end of the program

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend services and APIs supporting Skillz's payment infrastructure and real-money player flows
• Collaborate with the team on sprint planning, code reviews, and technical discussions
• Write clean, well-tested, and well-documented code
• Participate in debugging and resolving production issues across deposit, withdrawal, and payout systems
• Contribute to architectural discussions and technical documentation for payment and platform services

Key Competencies

• Strong fundamentals in computer science (data structures, algorithms, system design)
• Experience with server-side languages (Java, Go, or similar)
• Understanding of RESTful API design and microservices architecture
• Familiarity with payment systems, financial data integrity, or distributed transaction patterns (preferred)
• Ability to work collaboratively in an agile team environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Experience

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Computer Science or a related field
• Prior internship or co‑op experience in software engineering (preferred)
• Minimum 3.3/4.0 GPA required
• Familiarity with version control (Git) and CI/CD pipelines
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies quickly

Total Starting Compensation: $32/hour

Location: Onsite, Las Vegas, NV