Summer Intern Software Engineering, CloudOps at The… · DC-Washin…

Summary: The Washington Post is on a mission to deliver riveting storytelling for all of America, and they are seeking a Summer Intern in Software Engineering on the CloudOps team. This role involves improving how engineers build, operate, and scale cloud-based systems while gaining hands-on experience with modern cloud and DevOps tools. Responsibilities: - Help improve how engineers across the organization build, operate, and scale cloud-based systems - Contribute to efforts that enhance developer workflows - Increase visibility into system performance - Enable automation - Strengthen security - Promote cost-efficient use of cloud resources - Contribute production code - Participate in design discussions and code reviews - Learn how to build and operate services in a modern, distributed environment Required Qualifications: - Foundational knowledge of computer science concepts such as data structures, algorithms, and basic system design, gained through coursework, projects, or internships - Experience with one or more programming languages or tools (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Go, Ruby, SQL), with the ability to quickly learn new languages and frameworks as needed - Familiarity with software development best practices, including version control (Git/GitHub), code reviews, and writing maintainable, well-documented code - Exposure to cloud platforms or infrastructure concepts (such as AWS, Azure, or GCP), including services like compute, storage, networking, or identity and access management - Understanding of containerization or CI/CD concepts (e.g., Docker, build pipelines, automated testing), or a strong interest in learning them - Experience working with relational and/or NoSQL databases, or a solid grasp of how data is stored, queried, and managed - Strong problem-solving skills, curiosity, and a willingness to dig into unfamiliar systems to understand how they work - Ability to collaborate effectively with engineers and stakeholders, communicate ideas clearly, and incorporate feedback - Strong time-management skills and adaptability in a fast-paced, iterative engineering environment - Interest in building reliable, secure, and cost-efficient systems at scale Required Skills: Computer science fundamentals, Data structures, Algorithms, System design, Java, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, Go, Ruby, SQL, Version control, Git, GitHub, Code review, Cloud platforms, AWS, Azure, GCP, Compute services, Storage services, Networking, Identity, access management, Containerization, Docker, CI/CD, Build pipelines, Automated testing, Relational databases, NoSQL databases