Software Engineer - Intern at GreenGas USA in Houston, TX

Summary: GreenGas USA is helping lead the global energy transition by transforming waste into renewable energy. The Software Engineer Intern will support the organization’s technology initiatives by assisting in the design, development, and maintenance of software solutions that enhance internal IT operations and business processes. Responsibilities: - Design, develop, and implement software applications and tools to automate IT processes, improve efficiency, and enhance system functionality - Write clean, well-documented, and efficient code in various programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, C#, JavaScript) based on project requirements - Collaborate with IT operations, security, and infrastructure teams to understand their needs and translate them into technical specifications - Develop and maintain APIs and integrations between different IT systems and applications - Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance - Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and production issues in a timely manner - Develop and execute unit, integration, and system tests to ensure the quality and reliability of software solutions - Contribute to the development and maintenance of technical documentation, including design specifications, user manuals, and API documentation - Stay up-to-date with the latest software development trends, technologies, and best practices - Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to coding standards - Work closely with database administrators to design and optimize database schemas for applications - Implement and maintain security best practices in software development to ensure the security of our applications and data - Contribute to the continuous improvement of our software development processes and tools - Provide technical support and guidance to other IT team members on developed applications - Participate in agile development methodologies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives - Will assist in basic IT office support, Jira system and Intranet building Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field - Proven experience as a Software Engineer or Developer, with a focus on developing applications for internal IT use or business process automation - Strong proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, C#, JavaScript) - Experience with database technologies (e.g., SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL) and writing SQL queries - Familiarity with API development and integration (RESTful, SOAP) - Understanding of software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) - Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) - Strong problem-solving and analytical skills - Excellent communication and collaboration skills - Ability to work independently and as part of a team Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with specific technologies relevant to our IT environment (e.g., cloud platforms like Azure or AWS, specific automation tools) - Familiarity with scripting languages for automation (e.g., PowerShell, Bash) - Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) - Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and tools - Experience with front-end development frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) - Understanding of security principles in software development (e.g., OWASP) Required Skills: Programming Python, Programming Java, Programming C#, Programming JavaScript, Database Management SQL Server, Database Management MySQL, Database Management PostgreSQL, API Development RESTful, API Development SOAP, Software Development Lifecycle Agile, Software Development Lifecycle Waterfall Important Skills: Version Control (Git) Nice-to-Have Skills: Analytical Thinking, Scripting PowerShell, Scripting Bash, Cloud Technologies (Azure), Containerization Docker, Containerization Kubernetes, CI/CD, Front-End Development React, Front-End Development Angular, Front-End Development Vue.js, Software Security, Communication written, Communication verbal