Engineering Resident

Summary

Join Netlify's Summer Engineering Residency program and contribute to real-world projects! This short-term contract (June 30th-early September) offers a chance to build internal tools using JavaScript, TypeScript, and Node.js, leveraging AI-powered tools like GitHub Copilot. Collaborate with experienced engineers, explore internal APIs, and improve engineering workflows. Gain hands-on experience with modern development tools and AI-integrated workflows. The ideal candidate possesses coding experience in JavaScript or TypeScript, curiosity about AI in software development, and a collaborative mindset. This role is fully remote, primarily during Eastern Time hours.

Requirements

• Experience writing code in JavaScript or TypeScript, through coursework, bootcamps, or personal projects
• Curiosity about how AI can support software development, and interest in building with emerging tools
• A collaborative mindset, where you enjoy learning from others and contributing to shared goals
• A growth-oriented approach to feedback, iteration, and navigating ambiguity
• Clear written communication skills, and comfort working in remote, async environments
• Excitement about contributing to real-world projects and learning from experienced engineers
• You’re able to join us starting June 30th and dedicate 40 hours a week in June and July, with flexibility to extend into September (as part of a short-term contract engagement)
• Are energized by solving real problems through internal tooling
• See AI as a way to multiply your learning and impact, not a shortcut
• Enjoy fast-moving, experimental environments where learning is constant and iteration is encouraged
• You’re currently based in the U.S. or Canada and able to work primarily during Eastern Time (EST) hours
• Want to gain hands-on experience working with a team that believes in autonomy, kindness, and continuous improvement
• Are excited to contribute meaningfully while growing your skills as a software engineer

Responsibilities

• Build and iterate on internal tools that improve the way our engineering team builds and collaborates
• Use modern technologies like JavaScript, TypeScript, and Node.js to contribute to real projects
• Leverage AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, GPT agents) to explore faster and smarter ways of building
• Explore internal APIs and build applications on top of them
• Partner with senior engineers to prototype, test, and improve engineering workflows
• Practice foundational engineering skills like testing, documentation, and performance tuning
• Collaborate across a fully remote team, with an emphasis on async communication and clear documentation
• Share your thinking, learn out loud, and contribute to a culture of experimentation and continuous improvement