Software Engineer Intern, Backend (Summer 2027)

Job summary

Interns will own specific backend projects while collaborating with team members through code reviews and daily updates. They are responsible for writing reliable, tested code and participating in continuous integration and deployment processes.

Job details

At Lyft, our purpose is to serve and connect. We aim to achieve this by cultivating a work environment where all team members belong and have the opportunity to thrive. Interns work side-by-side with top engineers in the industry while having autonomy from the get-go. They contribute to user-facing products and are able to see their work go live quickly. Lyft fosters a collaborative environment in the office, so there's always a sharp mind eager to hear about your next idea. So what's yours? Responsibilities: Own your project, while checking in with other team members throughout the day with questions and updates You leave the code in a better state than when you found it (progressive refactor) You value reliability, ensured by testing (unit, integration and load tests) Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and distribute knowledge Continuous integration and deployment Go home knowing that your work today is meaningfully improving the lives of every Lyft driver and every Lyft passenger! Experience: Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science from a university in Canada (required), with a graduation date between December 2027 and Summer 2028 (required). For any candidates who are master's students who worked between their bachelor's and master's programs: candidates should also have less than 2 years of relevant full-time work experience Available during Summer 2027 for the internship in Montreal Strong knowledge of CS fundamentals Excellent communication skills Passion for community, sustainability, and/or transportation Ability to thrive in a startup environment Contributions to open source projects Experience working with databases Experience solving real-time technology problems Experience with mobile development Must be fluent in spoken and written English and have a working proficiency in French Benefits: Mental health benefits In addition to holidays, interns receive 2 days paid time off and 3 days sick time off Subsidized commuter benefits and Lyft ride credits Lyft is committed to creating an inclusive workforce that fosters belonging. Lyft believes that every person has a right to equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, pardoned record of offences, or any other basis protected by applicable law or by Company policy. Lyft also strives for a healthy and safe workplace and strictly prohibits harassment of any kind. Accommodation for persons with disabilities will be provided upon request in accordance with applicable law during the application and hiring process. Please contact your recruiter if you wish to make such a request. Lyft highly values having employees working in-office to foster a collaborative work environment and company culture. This role will be in-office on a hybrid schedule — Team Members will be expected to work in the office at least 3 days per week, including on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Lyft considers working in the office at least 3 days per week to be an essential function of this hybrid role. The expected base pay range for this position in the Montreal area is $34-$36/hour CAD. Salary ranges are dependent on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience and geographic location. Your recruiter can share more information about the salary range specific to your working location and other factors during the hiring process.

What you’ll do

Interns will own specific backend projects while collaborating with team members through code reviews and daily updates. They are responsible for writing reliable, tested code and participating in continuous integration and deployment processes.

Requirements

Candidates must be currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science at a Canadian university with a graduation date between December 2027 and Summer 2028. Applicants must be fluent in English, have working proficiency in French, and be available for an in-office internship in Montreal during Summer 2027.

Benefits

• Mental health benefits • Paid time off • Sick time off • Subsidized commuter benefits • Lyft ride credits

Listed skills

• French · Preferred
• CI/CD · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• English · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Computer science fundamentals
• Backend development
• Unit testing
• Integration testing
• Load testing
• Code reviews
• Continuous integration
• Continuous deployment
• Database management
• Real-time technology
• Mobile development
• Communication skills
• Open source contribution
• Refactoring
• English
• French
• Time Off Management
• Mental Health
• Mobile Application Development
• Code Review
• Communication
• Computer Science
• Continuous Integration
• Disabilities
• French Language
• Open Source Technology
• Software Quality (SQA/SQC)
• Written English

Job areas

• Software
• Technology
• Engineering
• Transportation
• Back End Software Engineer
• Software Developer / Engineer
• Software Developers