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Co-op, Software Engineer

Skillz Inc
Location
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Posted
17 days ago
Department
Engineering
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Computer Science or a related field
  • Strong fundamentals in computer science (data structures, algorithms, system design)
  • Experience with server-side languages (Java, Go, or similar)
  • Understanding of RESTful API design and microservices architecture
  • Ability to work collaboratively in an agile team environment
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
Nice to have
  • Familiarity with payment systems, financial data integrity, or distributed transaction patterns
  • Prior internship or co-op experience in software engineering
  • Familiarity with version control (Git) and CI/CD pipelines
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred)
  • Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies quickly
What the job really is

As a Co-op Software Engineer at Skillz, you will develop and maintain backend services and APIs that support the company's payment infrastructure and real-money player flows. Your role will involve collaborating with your team on code reviews and technical discussions, writing clean and well-documented code, and participating in debugging production issues. This position is designed for students looking to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Benefits
  • 100% coverage for medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents
  • 401K matching, equity incentives, pre-tax benefit options, and more
  • Competitive PTO and company holidays
  • Free daily catered lunch, snacks, a full-size gym with showers, commuter benefits, team events, and more
Things to weigh
  • In-office role requiring onsite presence 5 days a week
  • Duration of the co-op program is limited to 6-12 months
  • Strong performers may be considered for a full-time opportunity, but this is not guaranteed
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