Software Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

UEC; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual dress code

Free food

Onsite gym

Team events

Mentorship

Job summary

UEC in Needham, MA is seeking an engineering intern to design, develop, and debug C applications on multi-core Linux systems, focusing on high-throughput, low-latency networking. You will work with mentors to advance HPC and electronic trading technologies, reading and writing C code and using Python or Java as needed.

The role requires pursuing a BS/MS in Computer Engineering or CS with at least sophomore standing, a 3.0+ GPA, and strong collaboration in a fast-paced technical environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a BS/MS in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with Sophomore standing or higher.
• Completed coursework in Data Structures & Algorithms, Operating Systems, Computer Architecture/Assembly-Language, Performance Engineering, and Networks & Protocols.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
• Experience coding in C; familiarity with Linux Bash.
• Experience with Python or Java.
• Ability to collaborate in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and debug C applications on multi-core Linux systems.
• Process large amounts of high-throughput, low-latency network data.
• Contribute to advancing high-performance computing and electronic trading technologies.

Skills

C programming

Python

Java

Linux Bash

Team collaboration

Education

BS/MS in Computer Engineering or CS

Sophomore standing or higher

GPA 3.0/4.0

Tools

Socket programming

TCP/IP networking

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Design, develop, and debug C applications running on multi-core Linux systems.
• Process large amounts of high-throughput, low-latency network data.
• Contribute to advancing high-performance computing and electronic trading technologies.

About You

The company is looking for candidates with:

• Pursuing a BS/MS in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with Sophomore standing or higher.
• Successful completion of courses related to Data Structures & Algorithms, Operating Systems, Machine Structure & Assembly-Language, Performance Engineering, and/or Networks & Protocols.
• At least a 3.0 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale.
• Relevant programming experience in an internship or academic environment demonstrating strong engineering skills.
• Ability to read and write C code.
• Familiarity with Linux Bash/Shell environment.
• Experience developing Python or Java applications.
• Strong technical skills and interest in expanding coding knowledge.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced technical environment.

Preferred qualifications include a desire to work with low-level technologies and familiarity with network socket programming and TCP.

Compensation & Benefits

• Anticipated hourly rate of $42.00/hour, subject to candidate experience and qualifications.
• Potential bonuses not included in the base wage.
• Generous employee perks including casual dress code, free food, team events, and onsite gym.

Training & Development

The internship provides a robust learning experience with meaningful daily contributions, mentorship, and opportunities to build a strong professional network.