Software Engineer Intern

Role Overview

Join our Software Engineering team and help build technology that makes a real-world impact. At KITRO, we tackle the global challenge of food waste reduction by harnessing the power of technology and using it for sustainable change. As a Software Engineer Intern, you'll work on real product features, collaborating with experienced engineers to develop data-driven applications and services.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain applications across both front-end and back-end components.
• Implement well-defined features, bug fixes, and product improvements with guidance from experienced engineers.
• Contribute to code reviews, testing, and engineering best practices to build reliable, maintainable software.
• Work with APIs, databases, and data pipelines to transform device-generated data into valuable customer insights.
• Collaborate closely with the Engineering team, ask questions, learn continuously, and progressively take ownership of technical tasks.

Requirements

• A solid foundation in software development through university studies, a bootcamp, personal projects, or early professional experience.
• Experience with Git and familiarity with at least one of the following technologies: React, TypeScript, Python, PostgreSQL, or AWS.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to code quality, testing, and creating a great user experience.
• Good communication skills and the ability to collaborate in an international, remote-first environment.
• Valid work authorization in the EU or Switzerland.
• Based in Spain, Portugal, or Croatia (preferred).
• Fluent English (C1 or higher).

Nice to Have

• Previous internship, freelance work, startup, or open-source experience.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban.
• Interest in IoT, data products, sustainability, or food waste reduction.
• Basic understanding of UX/UI principles.

Skills

• React
• TypeScript
• Python
• PostgreSQL
• AWS

Benefits

• A dynamic, action-oriented work environment where you can make a real impact.
• Opportunities for personal growth and professional development.
• A supportive and open-minded team culture.
• Quarterly team events in Zurich.
• Flexible, international, and remote-friendly culture.