Software Development Engineer Intern (Network Automation) - 2027 Summer

Cagayan State University; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (day one)

Wellbeing benefits

Housing allowance eligibility

10 paid holidays

Job summary

Cagayan State University seeks a student intern to design and test core NOS functionalities powering data center networks. You will research and implement monitoring and telemetry technologies to boost efficiency, reliability, and availability of critical infrastructure.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning, collaboration, and rapid adaptation in a fast-paced environment. You will gain experience with Python/Go/Rust and modern data-center tooling while contributing to live systems.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an Undergraduate or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related fields.
• Solid understanding of algorithms and data structures; proficient in at least one programming language such as Python, Go, or Rust.
• Familiarity with MySQL, Redis, and Kafka for database management, caching, and distributed messaging.

Responsibilities

• Design and test core functionalities of the Network Operating System (NOS) for data center networks.
• Research and implement networking, monitoring, and telemetry technologies to improve data center efficiency, reliability, and availability.

Skills

Python

Go

Rust

Algorithms

Education

Undergraduate or Master’s in CS/CE

Tools

MySQL

Redis

Kafka

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Design and test core functionalities of the Network Operating System (NOS) that powers data center networks
• Research and implement new networking, monitoring, and telemetry technologies to enhance the efficiency, reliability, and availability of data center infrastructure

About You

The company is looking for candidates with the following qualifications:

• Currently pursuing an Undergraduate or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related fields
• Solid understanding of algorithms and data structures; proficient in at least one programming language such as Python, Go, or Rust
• Familiarity with MySQL, Redis, and Kafka for database management, caching, and distributed messaging
• Basic understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF) and network devices (routers, switches, firewalls)
• Strong interest in network automation, fault prediction, and network management
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment (preferred)
• Eagerness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced, innovative environment (preferred)

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly rate of $45
• Day one access to health insurance, life insurance, and wellbeing benefits
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid sick time (56 hours if hired in first half of year, 40 hours if hired in second half)
• Housing allowance eligibility for interns not working 100% remote