Software Engineer Intern - Ledger Enterprise Services (f/m)

As a Software Engineer Intern at Ledger, your main responsibilities will include participating in tooling creation and improvements, assisting development teams with tooling issues, operational support on production pipelines, and enhancing CI/CD processes. You'll also collaborate with the SRE team to monitor our environments and document your work thoroughly, which is crucial for operational excellence.

To apply for the Software Engineer Intern position at Ledger, you should be a final-year student with proficiency in Python, familiarity with the Linux ecosystem, and a strong understanding of web microservices and GitHub actions. Additionally, the ability to work autonomously in an asynchronous team environment and proficiency in English are essential.

The Software Engineer Internship at Ledger lasts for 6 months, with a starting date from February 2025. This timeline allows interns to gain substantial experience and contribute meaningfully to our projects.

Interns at Ledger enjoy numerous benefits including a competitive compensation package ranging from €800 to €1,500 per month, flexible partial remote work options, a lively social environment with frequent events, transportation reimbursements, lunch vouchers, and paid vacation time. It's a great way to start your career in tech while having fun!

Prior experience is not strictly required for the Software Engineer Intern position at Ledger, but having a solid understanding of Python, exposure to the Linux ecosystem, and some knowledge of CI/CD practices will be beneficial. The key is being eager to learn and contribute to our fast-paced environment.

When discussing your proficiency in Python, highlight specific projects where you've developed scripts or applications. Mention any frameworks you've worked with and how you tackled challenges, illustrating your problem-solving skills and your ability to write clean, efficient code.

Explain the CI/CD process clearly, describing its significance in automating code integration, testing, and deployment. Share examples from your academic projects or experiences where you implemented these practices, focusing on the benefits gained such as reduced errors and faster deployment times.

When diagnosing issues in existing tooling, start by detailing your systematic approach: identify the symptom, check the logs, analyze the tool's configuration, and replicate the issue if possible. Share an experience where you successfully troubleshot a problem and the steps you took to resolve it.

Choose an example that showcases your initiative. Describe the process you improved, the methods you used to enhance efficiency, and the measurable outcomes that followed. It could involve streamlining workflows, increasing team productivity, or optimizing a piece of software.

Discuss your familiarity with tools like Slack or Asana that facilitate asynchronous teamwork. Emphasize your ability to communicate effectively and stay organized while working independently, providing an example of a project where you thrived in a remote collaboration scenario.

Express your passion for Web3 by discussing how it democratizes technology and finance. Share any projects or research you've done around cryptocurrency or blockchain, showcasing your genuine interest in being part of this innovative field.

Describe a specific instance where you successfully managed deadlines, detailing your time management techniques such as prioritizing tasks and effective communication with team members. Mention how you remain calm and focused under pressure.

Talk about your eagerness to learn about enterprise-grade security and digital asset management. Mention specific skills you wish to develop, such as advanced tooling capabilities or CI/CD optimization techniques, and how these align with your career goals.

Discuss your level of experience with GitHub actions, possibly illustrating your understanding through specific examples of automation you've set up or workflows you've streamlined. Express your readiness to adapt and learn more in this domain at Ledger.