2025 R&D Software Engineering Intern (Masters Degree or PhD)

As a 2025 R&D Software Engineering Intern at Niantic, you'll tackle engaging engineering challenges around rendering and computer vision. Your responsibilities will include building data pipelines, designing and implementing software solutions, collaborating with our team to solve problems, and adhering to software engineering best practices. You’ll also partake in code reviews to ensure the quality and efficiency of our work.

To qualify for the 2025 R&D Software Engineering Intern position at Niantic, you must be enrolled in a Master’s or PhD program in Computer Science or a related field. Previous experience in a collaborative software development team is essential, and you should have built systems using languages like JavaScript, Python, or C++. A strong foundation in computer science fundamentals, paired with excellent coding and problem-solving abilities, is vital.

During your internship at Niantic, you'll work with various cutting-edge technologies in augmented reality. This includes computer vision, machine learning, and tools involving point clouds and meshes. Experience with frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow, and cloud computing platforms like GCP or AWS, will also enhance your ability to impact our projects significantly.

The pay range for the 2025 R&D Software Engineering Intern position at Niantic is between GBP 6200 to GBP 7000 per month. This reflects our commitment to compensating interns fairly while providing an engaging work experience.

As a 2025 R&D Software Engineering Intern at Niantic, you'll engage in projects primarily related to augmented reality. This may include challenges around rendering, mapping, tracking, and even aspects of 3D reconstruction. Your work will directly support Niantic's mission of creating immersive experiences for our millions of users.

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