Student Software Engineer - Python & Linux (Logan, UT)

Space Dynamics Laboratory; North Logan (UT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Student Scholar program

Job summary

Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) in Logan, Utah, seeks a student Software Engineer to support a DoD mission‑environment software system. You’ll work with engineers to evaluate, test, troubleshoot, and improve software and tooling across Linux, virtualization, containers, CI/CD, and automation.

The role emphasizes Python proficiency and a willingness to learn new technologies while documenting your work. Expect onsite work 15–20 hours weekly during the school year and up to 40 hours in summer.

Qualifications

• Must be a Utah State University student pursuing a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or another relevant technical field
• At least one year of school remaining
• Proficiency in Python
• Understanding of basic software development concepts (design, debugging, testing)
• Willingness to learn new languages, tools, platforms, and technologies
• Strong problem-solving skills with guidance from experienced engineers
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Detail-oriented and organized with clear documentation
• Ability to work onsite in Logan, Utah
• Able to commit to 15–20 hours/week during the academic year and up to 40 hours/week in summer
• Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain/maintain DoD security clearance

Responsibilities

• Develops Python scripts, utilities, and automation to support evaluation, testing, integration, deployment
• Performs application and system evaluation tests; analyzes results
• Assists with software integration and testing activities
• Troubleshoots software, application, and infrastructure issues with guidance
• Gains experience with Linux-based systems and enterprise tech like RHEL, VMware, Kubernetes, OpenShift
• Helps with automated deployments, CI/CD, and test infrastructure
• Evaluates software interfaces, SDKs, and hosting technologies
• Creates technical documentation and test results
• Uses Git, Bitbucket, Jira, and Confluence for collaboration
• Works with FORGE team and learns new technologies

Skills

Python

Linux

Git

CI/CD

Containerization

Education

Undergraduate CS/SE/CE student

Tools

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

OpenShift

VMware

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) in Logan, Utah, seeks a student Software Engineer to support a DoD mission‑environment software system. You’ll work with engineers to evaluate, test, troubleshoot, and improve software and tooling across Linux, virtualization, containers, CI/CD, and automation.

The role emphasizes Python proficiency and a willingness to learn new technologies while documenting your work. Expect onsite work 15–20 hours weekly during the school year and up to 40 hours in summer.