Software Engineer Intern

Position Overview

• Location Type: [Not Specified]
• Job Type: Internship
• Salary: $20 - $25 an hour

GoodLeap is a technology company focused on providing financing and software solutions for sustainable home improvements, including solar panels, batteries, HVAC systems, and more. We aim to make these solutions affordable and accessible through our technology. Thousands of professionals utilize our AI-powered applications for customer communication, business intelligence, and streamlined operations. Since 2018, our platform has facilitated over $30 billion in financing for sustainable solutions. GoodLeap also supports GivePower, a nonprofit dedicated to providing clean water and electricity systems globally.

We are looking for a Software Engineering Intern to join our engineering team for a 12-week period. The intern will contribute to building event-driven backend services, specifically developing a microservice that processes real-time Kafka events and integrates with internal APIs to support critical business workflows. This role involves designing, building, and testing a microservice, focusing on data processing, system integration, and improving code reliability through observability and documentation. The intern will work closely with a mentor and other engineering teams in a supportive learning environment.

Requirements

• Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Familiarity with backend development, with a preference for Node.js or Python.
• Interest in event-driven systems and distributed architectures.
• Exposure to APIs, JSON, and RESTful design concepts.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Build and test a backend microservice using Node.js or Python.
• Listen to real-time Kafka events and process PTO (Permission to Operate) data.
• Evaluate system eligibility and interact with various internal APIs.
• Implement error handling, logging, and performance monitoring.
• Write technical documentation and deployment instructions.
• Present final project outcomes to engineering stakeholders.

Company Information

GoodLeap is a technology company delivering best-in-class financing and software products for sustainable solutions. We are proud to support our award-winning nonprofit, GivePower. We foster a collaborative work culture and offer a rewarding career.

Additional Information

Job duties may include additional responsibilities as assigned by supervisors. This job description outlines the general nature and level of work and is not exhaustive. The Company reserves the right to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign positions, or assign additional responsibilities, subject to applicable law. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for known disabilities to enable qualified individuals to apply for employment, perform essential job functions, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by law.