Bonus experience: Research or publications in databases or distributed systems, experience with geo features processing, and contributions to open source
Experience working with big data (engineering / processing) and data migration
Duration: 4 month minimum, 6 months recommended, up to 12 months supported, start date flexible
Excellent programming skills in C++ or Java
Knowledge of data structures and algorithms
Strong problem solving and ability to learn quickly in a dynamic environment
Fluent English language skills (oral and written)
Experience with working as a part of a team
Dedication and passion for technology
Systems programming skills including multi-threading, concurrency, etc.
What You Will Learn/Gain:
How to build enterprise grade, reliable, and trustworthy software/services
Exposure to SQL and/or other database technologies (e.g., Spark, Hadoop)
Understanding of database internals, large-scale data processing, transaction processing, distributed systems, and data warehouse design
Implementation, testing of features in query compilation, compiler design, query execution
Experience working with cloud infrastructure, AWS, Azure, and/or Google Cloud in particular
Learning about cutting edge database technology and research
Perks and Benefits:
Paid, full-time internships in the heart of the software industry
Post-internship career opportunities (full-time and/or additional internships)
Exposure to a fast-paced, yet fun, startup culture
A chance to work with world-class experts on challenging projects
Opportunity to provide meaningful contributions to a real system used by customers
High level of access to supervisors (manager and mentor), detailed direction without micromanagement, feedback throughout your internship, and a final evaluation
Stuff that matters: treated as a member of the Snowflake team, included in company meetings/activities, flexible hours, casual dress code, accommodations to work from home, swag and much more
Catered lunches, access to gaming consoles, recreational games, happy hours, company outings, and more
Embraced as a full member of the diverse Snowflake engineering team