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​​Software Engineer (Intern) - Web Development

Leeds, England
Work Type: Internship
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Leaning Technologies is seeking a talented Software Engineer for a paid internship based in our UK office at Nexus, on the University of Leeds campus. This is a flexible, part time role, designed to be ideal for students. The internship lasts from June to September (flexible), and interns often go on to join the company for longer periods of time.


WHAT WE DO


Leaning Technologies (https://www.leaningtech.com) is a WebAssembly technology company based in Leeds and Amsterdam.

We make developer tools that enable C/C++, Java, Flash, and native Linux applications to be compiled, emulated and virtualised into HTML5/WebAssembly. Our tools are used to develop high-performance web apps in 'traditional' programming languages, to port existing code to the Web, or to preserve accessibility to legacy applications by converting/emulating them to HTML5. We have a global client base including multiple Fortune-100 companies and public sector organisations, in sectors including financial services, CAD software, HR and operations, logistics, defence and aerospace, retail, science and education, and videogames.

Our incredibly talented, tight-knit team works from different locations with a hybrid remote/office approach. Our main offices are Leeds, United Kingdom and Amsterdam, Netherlands. We value a great, informal work environment, high flexibility, and having genuine fun and excitement every day at work.

Want to see what we're all about? Join our Discord and have a chat with our developers!

 

REQUIREMENTS


  • Undergraduate or postgraduate student studying Digital Media, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related discipline with equivalent experience.

  • Self-taught candidates also considered.

  • Excellent communication skills

  • Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript

  • You have contributed to, or continue to maintain, open source software

  • Interest in modern, accessible web design and/or UX design


ROLE

You will be working on some of our company and product websites, documentation websites, developer hub and demos. You will also develop and integrate reusable UI components and templates using Astro, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and/or TypeScript.


You will assist with setting up telemetry, analytics, integrations, and DevOps.


Our stack includes: TypeScript, React, Svelte, Astro, WebAssembly, Java, C++. See https://github.com/leaningtech for more information.



EXTRA CREDIT


Do you do any of the following? That makes you an even better fit!


  • Any experience in creating social media content, especially if it is to a developer audience

  • Any experience with graphic design
  • Any creative experience with video production, video editing
  • Have experience with the evolving JavaScript ecosystem, is a big plus, such as: TypeScript, Astro, React, Next.js, Vue, Angular, Node.js, Deno, Bun
  • Past projects, GitHub repos, or personal websites to showcase your work
  • Follow cutting-edge web platform features such as WebAssembly and Progressive Web Apps

WHAT WE OFFER


  • Hybrid - based in our Leeds office, but work from anywhere if you need to (in-office at least 1 day per week, most weeks)

  • Salary of £13.50 per hour 

  • Paid leave pro-rata, 31 days off for a FTE 

  • At least 16 hours per week (e.g. 2 days 9-5) with ability to adjust around your schedule, possibly up to full time, depending on requirements.

  • Ability to study from our office on the University of Leeds campus (Nexus building)

  • Travel to our Amsterdam office at least once per year

  • An excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a small team where you can make your mark

  • Company pension scheme if applicable


HOW TO APPLY


To apply, please submit your CV, cover letter, and any portfolio material using the 'Apply Now' button at the top of the page. We are reviewing applicants as we receive them and will confirm invitations to interview via email for successful applications.


We highly recommend that you write a cover letter with your application explaining how you would fill a role blending programming, developer advocacy, and content creation.


We look forward to receiving your application!

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