Software Engineering Co-op, USA

RippleMatch, Inc.; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

HubSpot is hiring a Software Engineering Spring Co-op in the US. You will join small, collaborative teams to build real products used by thousands of customers, with the opportunity to own features and ship production code early in the co-op.

We value curiosity and a strong willingness to learn new technologies. You’ll work across back-end, front-end, or data infrastructure tracks, applying modern engineering practices and collaborating to deliver high-impact solutions.

Qualifications

• Web development experience through coursework or projects.
• Curiosity to learn new technologies and collaborate effectively.
• Availability to work full-time, 40 hours per week for Spring 2027 co-op.
• Ability to work hours aligned with Eastern or Central U.S. time zones.

Responsibilities

• Build and ship production software alongside HubSpot engineers.
• Solve complex engineering problems impacting customers.
• Contribute to back-end, front-end, or data infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate with engineers to design, develop, test, and improve software.
• Take ownership of meaningful projects from development to delivery.
• Learn new technologies and engineering practices for real-world challenges.
• Explore AI-assisted software development and tooling to improve workflows.
• Communicate and collaborate through technical decisions and challenges.

Skills

Web development

Curiosity to learn

Communication skills

Ownership mindset

Time zone alignment

Tools

Java 11

REST APIs

Kubernetes

React

TypeScript

Spark

Job description

Software Engineering Spring Co-op 2027

Role Summary

Our mission at HubSpot is to help millions of organizations grow better. As a Software Engineering Spring Co-op, you’ll help solve complex problems and build real products that thousands of customers depend on. You’ll work alongside HubSpot engineers in small, collaborative teams, with the opportunity to take ownership of the software you create and start shipping production code early in your co-op.

We know there’s no such thing as a “perfect” candidate. Whatever your background or identity, we encourage you to apply if this role excites you and gives you an opportunity to grow.

What You’ll Do

• Build and ship production software alongside experienced HubSpot engineers.

• Solve complex engineering problems that have an impact on HubSpot customers.

• Contribute to back-end, front-end, or data and systems infrastructure projects based on your team.

• Collaborate with engineers and teammates to design, develop, test, and improve software.

• Take ownership of meaningful projects and contribute ideas from development through delivery.

• Learn new technologies and engineering practices while applying them to real-world challenges.

• Explore how AI and emerging technologies can help you solve engineering problems, improve developer workflows, and build better customer experiences.

• Communicate and collaborate with your team as you work through technical decisions and challenges.

Technologies you might use include:

• Back End: Java 11, REST APIs, Dropwizard, Kafka, MySQL, Spark, AWS

• Front End: React, TypeScript, JavaScript (ES6+), Sass, HubSpot’s design system (Canvas)

• Data and Systems Infrastructure: Kubernetes, Redis, ElasticSearch, Hadoop, HBase, ZooKeeper

What You’ll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Web development experience through coursework, independent projects, work experience, or equivalent hands-on experience.

• Curiosity and motivation to learn new technologies and grow your engineering skills. Clear communication and collaboration skills.

• Confidence taking ownership of projects and contributing in a fast-paced environment. Interest in understanding HubSpot’s business, products, and culture.

• Availability to work full-time, 40 hours per week, for the full duration of the Spring 2027 co-op.

• Ability to work hours aligned with Eastern or Central U.S. time zones.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Experience building projects beyond coursework, such as mobile apps, web applications, games, or other software.

• Experience with one or more of the technologies listed above.

• Interest in AI-assisted software development and emerging engineering tools. Experience taking ownership of a technical project or initiative.

Where You’ll Work

• Location: United States

• Work type: Remote, hybrid, or onsite, based on eligible HubSpot work options.

• Schedule: This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week Spring Co-op beginning in January 2027 and concluding in April or May 2027, depending on the selected end date.

• Time zone requirement: Our engineering teams operate primarily in Eastern and Central U.S. time zones. To be eligible, you must reside in - or be willing to relocate to - a location within the Eastern or Central time zones and work hours aligned with those regions.

• Travel: Travel is not required. Depending on timing and business needs, you may have the opportunity to visit a HubSpot office for a Product Summit or team travel.

We encourage candidates to apply for only one role per hiring cycle. Candidates who previously interviewed for this role should wait until the next hiring season before reapplying.

Come help us build real products that thousands of customers depend on. To learn more about our Product and Engineering team, visit HubSpot Product & Engineering. For more information about internship and co-op opportunities, visit hubspot.com/careers/emerging-talent.

Cash compensation: $50.00 USD/hour