Software Development Engineer Intern

Republic Finance is a trusted lender in over 250 communities across the United States, specializing in flexible lending solutions and customer service. They are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Junior API Developer intern to assist in designing, developing, testing, and maintaining APIs and integration solutions.

What you'll do:

• Assist in the design, development, enhancement, and maintenance of RESTful APIs and integration services under the guidance of senior engineers
• Support the implementation of new API features and enhancements to meet business requirements
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve issues in APIs and integrated applications
• Collaborate with product owners, QA engineers, and other developers throughout the software development lifecycle
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following software engineering best practices
• Develop and execute unit and integration tests to ensure application quality and reliability
• Create and maintain API documentation using OpenAPI/Swagger or similar standards
• Assist with API integrations involving internal systems, third-party vendors, and cloud services
• Support deployment activities through CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Learn and apply API security concepts such as OAuth, JWT, and authentication/authorization mechanisms
• Assist in integrating AI/ML models or AI-powered services into business applications where applicable
• Monitor API performance, identify optimization opportunities, and participate in resolving production issues

What they're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree (or currently pursuing) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
• Basic programming knowledge in one or more languages such as C#, Java, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, or Go
• Foundational understanding of RESTful APIs, HTTP methods, and JSON
• Basic understanding of software development principles and object-oriented programming
• Familiarity with version control systems such as Git
• Basic understanding of relational databases such as SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or MySQL
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Strong willingness to learn new technologies and grow in a fast-paced engineering environment
• Knowledge or coursework related to Artificial Intelligence or Machine Learning is a plus
• Exposure to cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud is desirable
• Familiarity with API testing tools such as Postman or Swagger/OpenAPI is a plus

Benefits:

• Employee of the Month Program
• Philanthropic support for multiple charities including an annual drive for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
• Professional offices with a friendly team environment
• Employee Assistance Program - Confidential mental health support
• Access to LinkedIn Learning's library of 10,000+ professional development courses
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) to start + 1 additional personal day
• 401k + employer match
• Company provided Life Insurance & Long Term Disability