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Systems Software Development Intern – Summer 2018
Pixar
Emeryville, CA, United States
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Pixar’s Systems Software Development team, affectionately known as Port 80, is responsible for creating and maintaining a variety of internal and external web applications, many of which are used on a daily basis to keep both the Systems department and the studio running. This is an opportunity where you’ll work on a couple of small to medium-sized projects with the hope that you’ll be able to deploy something internally that folks will use while you’re still here. You’ll be part of the development, testing and deployment cycle for the code you write which needs to be robust and well-written so that it lives on after you’ve completed your internship! Requires someone who can quickly become familiar with our development environment. Examples of what we use are Python, JavaScript, apache/nginx, ansible, bash, Linux/macOS, Git, py.test, Flask, AngularJS, React and OpenShift. If you’re the sort who gets excited when you find a new, cool web app or enjoys the world of hackathons, we’d love to hear from you.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Participate in evaluating emerging web technologies
• Help design and prototype new web applications for the studio
• Participate in the maintenance of web applications supported by the Systems Department
• Help to automate and improve workflows
• Participate in monitoring and troubleshooting the performance of web servers
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience in using Python and JavaScript
• Exposure to SQL skills and knowledge of database concepts; familiarity with one of the major databases a plus (Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL) a plus
• Some Linux or UNIX operating system experience
• Familiarity with version control software, such as Git
• Mac OS X experience a plus
• Ability to manage expectations of users
• Must be able to write maintainable code
• Detail oriented and organized, with strong communication skills
• Desire to work in an environment where providing excellent customer service is crucial
ELIGIBILITY:
• Must be at least a junior in college working towards a Bachelor’s degree or greater; Recent grads who are within one year of graduation are also eligible to apply
• Must provide a short personal statement (200 words or less) explaining why you are specifically interested in working in software development in Systems at Pixar
• Must be available to work full-time Mon - Fri for 12-weeks between June 2018 – August 2018
SUBMISSION PROCESS AND APPLICATION PROCESS:
• Apply online at pixar.com – no submissions are accepted via mail or in person
• Attach a single .PDF file containing your cover letter, your resume and your personal statement
• Due to the high volume of submissions we're not able to provide feedback
• Please do not contact us regarding your application status; you will be notified once there is an update to your application(s)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Sunday, February 11, 2018
Pixar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.