Backend Software Engineering Intern - Fall 2026 at Verkada · San Mateo

Summary: Verkada is transforming how organizations protect their people and places with an integrated, AI-powered platform. The company is seeking software engineering interns to work with the Backend Engineering team, where they will have opportunities to build scalable systems and collaborate cross-functionally on Verkada’s flagship software. Responsibilities: - Build scalable distributed systems capable of handling high traffic from 100s of thousands of devices deployed around the world - Work with high concurrency key-value storage systems (Redis, DynamoDB) - Work with Postgres relational databases - Work with logging and message passing technologies like Kafka and SQS - Deploy services via Terraform and Kubernetes - Develop large scale systems to interact with and configure products remotely - Define and improve low-latency, high-throughput, high-reliability microservice architectures - Design and develop features incorporating cutting edge computer vision - Design clean APIs and implement them using Python and/or Go Required Qualifications: - Ability to work at Verkada HQ during fall 2026 (proposed internship dates: August 31 - December 18) - Actively pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or similar technical field of study and graduating by June 2027 - Prior internship experience developing and launching products - Familiar with: Python or Golang, Distributed Systems, Operating Systems, AWS, Docker, etc - Comfortable working in an agile team software development environment Preferred Qualifications: - Familiar with REST APIs and Linux servers are a plus Required Skills: Python, Golang, Distributed Systems, Operating Systems, AWS, Docker, REST APIs, Linux servers, Postgres, Redis, DynamoDB, Kafka, SQS, Terraform, Kubernetes, Computer Vision, Microservice architectures, API design, Agile team software development Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Fall Benefits: We do sponsor and take over sponsorship of employment visas for this role. If we make you an offer, we will make every reasonable effort to get you a visa., Monthly housing stipend in addition to a competitive hourly wage, Daily lunch catered onsite, complimentary barista-made drinks, and fully stocked snacks to keep you fueled, Intern-exclusive events and mixers, including opportunities to connect with other interns across different teams, Cross-functional collaboration opportunities, giving you real exposure to how teams work together at Verkada, Lunch & Learns with company executives — hear directly from leaders and gain insight into building a successful career, And more! From team-building activities to mentorship opportunities, we’re here to support your growth every step of the way