Mobile Engineering Intern at SPAN in San Francisco, CA

Summary: SPAN is dedicated to enabling the rapid adoption of renewable energy through innovative products. The Mobile Software Engineering Intern will contribute to building consumer-facing mobile applications that empower users to manage smart electrical panels and optimize energy systems, working closely with experienced engineers. Responsibilities: - Build and enhance features for the Homeowner and Installer mobile apps using React Native, Expo Router, and TypeScript - Create polished UI components following our component library patterns and accessibility best practices - Write high-quality tests (unit, integration, and snapshot tests) using Jest and React Testing Library - Collaborate with designers to implement intuitive interfaces for complex energy management workflows - Participate in code reviews and contribute to architectural discussions with the mobile team - Debug and optimize app performance, addressing issues like render performance, bundle size, and startup time - Implement new panel visualization features to help homeowners understand their energy usage - Build installer workflow screens for configuring circuits and breakers during panel setup - Create reusable UI components for the shared component library - Improve test coverage for critical user journeys in the app - Optimize app performance for smoother animations and faster load times Required Qualifications: - Currently pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field - Proficiency in TypeScript or JavaScript (ES6+) - Experience with React or React Native fundamentals (components, hooks, state management) - Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design principles - Ability to write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code - Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment - Enrolled in an accredited college or university through the end of the internship term Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with React Native or Expo for mobile development - Familiarity with reactive/real-time data patterns (TanStack Query, Zustand, or similar state management) - Experience with testing frameworks like Jest, React Testing Library, or Detox - Knowledge of gRPC, Protocol Buffers, or other API technologies - Understanding of electrical systems, energy, or cleantech domains - Contributions to open-source projects or personal mobile app projects - Experience with monorepo tooling (Yarn Workspaces, Turborepo, Nx) Required Skills: TypeScript, React Native, Software design principles Important Skills: JavaScript (ES6+), Testing frameworks Nice-to-Have Skills: electrical systems, communication skills, Team collaboration Benefits: Great opportunity to begin your career at a mission driven climate focused company, Competitive Compensation At a Well-funded, Venture-backed Company, Comfortable, sunny office space located near BART and Caltrain public transit, Strong focus on team-building and company culture (events, meet-ups, clubs)