Data Engineer Intern at ibotta

Denver, Colorado, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
InternshipExperience Level
InternshipJob Type
UnknownVisa
TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Juniors working towards a bachelor’s degree with a focus in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Analytics or related field
  • Proven ability to think creatively and implement ideas from start to finish
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Hunger to learn and collaborate with your teammates
  • Possess a strong work ethic
  • Analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Self-directed and self-motivated
  • Candidates must live in the United States
  • Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
  • Available for a full-time, 12-week internship during the summer of 2026
  • Able to work hybrid in Denver, Colorado, requiring 3 days in-office per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday)

Responsibilities

  • Contribute as a member of the Data Infrastructure and Compliance Engineering squad to deliver data products and resolve data-related technical issues
  • Help build and manage automation tools and data pipelines that meet Data Governance and Data Security Standards
  • Assist in the development and maintenance of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) templates (e.g., Terraform) to provision and manage cloud data resources
  • Use Python and Scala to utilize Spark to collect and manage data at scale
  • Collaborate with the team to identify, design, and implement process improvements, including automating manual processes, optimizing data delivery, and re-designing infrastructure for greater reliability and performance
  • Help to support the engineering of distributed systems, frameworks, and design patterns, enabling efficient usage of Ibotta’s Data Lake
  • Evangelize Data Engineering and supporting capabilities with Platform and Analytics teams
  • Embrace and uphold Ibotta’s Core Values: Integrity, Boldness, Ownership, Teamwork, Transparency & A good idea can come from anywhere

Skills

Python
Scala
Spark
Terraform
Infrastructure as Code
Data Pipelines
Data Governance
Data Security
Distributed Systems
Cloud Resources

ibotta

Shopping rewards app for cash-back offers

About ibotta

Ibotta operates a shopping rewards app that connects brands with millennial consumers by offering cash-back rewards for purchases. Users earn cash back by shopping at partner retailers, which encourages them to shop more often and spend more. Brands and retailers collaborate with Ibotta to promote their products through targeted advertising within the app, especially during major shopping events like Black Friday. Ibotta generates revenue by charging these brands for featured placements and marketing campaigns designed to increase sales velocity and conversion rates. The company aims to enhance brand awareness and drive incremental sales for its clients, making it a significant player in the retail and consumer goods market.

Denver, ColoradoHeadquarters
2012Year Founded
$58.4MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Consumer GoodsIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Parental leave
Onsite gym
Dinner perk
Healthcare coverage
Culture club
401(k) match
Team wide bonus
Flexible time off
Equity
Lifestyle spending account

Risks

Increased competition from platforms like Rakuten and Honey could dilute market share.
Reliance on major retailers means disruptions could significantly impact revenue.
Rapid expansion in Denver may lead to increased operational costs and financial strain.

Differentiation

Ibotta offers cash-back rewards, incentivizing frequent shopping and larger purchases.
The Ibotta Performance Network delivers coordinated promotions across multiple platforms.
Ibotta connects brands with millions of millennial consumers, enhancing brand awareness and sales.

Upsides

Ibotta's user base grew by 158%, indicating strong consumer engagement.
Partnerships with major retailers like Walmart and Instacart boost Ibotta's market reach.
Winning the MarTech Breakthrough Award highlights Ibotta's innovation in performance marketing.

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