User Identity Services Engineering Intern at Epic Games in Cary, NC

Summary: Epic Games is a leading company in the gaming industry, known for its innovative approach to game development and engine technology. They are seeking a Backend Engineering Intern to join their Identity - Access Control team, where the intern will contribute to scalable distributed systems and collaborate closely with experienced developers. Responsibilities: - Contribute to scalable distributed systems that impact millions of players worldwide and power games like Fortnite, Rocket League, and Fall Guys - Take ownership of project delivery from idea to implementation through testing to production - Work with cloud technologies like DynamoDB, MongoDB, Redis, and more - Collaborate closely with engineers, product managers, and designers to determine the most effective technical solutions - Participate in team rituals (standup, planning, retrospectives) Required Qualifications: - Proficiency in Java or a similar object-oriented programming language - Pursuing a degree in Computer Science or related technical field. Bonus points for college coursework in systems, databases, and web applications - Familiarity with SQL and NoSQL databases - Excellent analytical, problem solving, and critical thinking skills - Ability to communicate in a highly-collaborative environment Preferred Qualifications: - Familiarity with cloud technologies Required Skills: Java, Distributed systems Important Skills: SQL, NoSQL databases Nice-to-Have Skills: Cloud technologies, Analytical skills, Problem solving, Critical thinking, Communication