Role Description
Snyk is the leader in secure AI software development, helping millions of developers develop fast and stay secure as AI transforms how software is built. Our AI-native Developer Security Platform integrates seamlessly into development and security workflows, making it easy to find, fix, and prevent vulnerabilities — from code and dependencies to containers and cloud.
Our mission is to empower every developer to innovate securely in the AI era — boosting productivity while reducing business risk. We’re not your average security company - we build Snyk on One Team, Care Deeply, Customer Centric, and Forward Thinking.
It’s how we stay driven, supportive, and always one step ahead as AI reshapes our world.
**Why this role?**
As a R\&D Engineer Intern at Snyk, you'll use your development skills, passion, and problem-solving abilities to create software that ensures the security of other software products.
### **How You’ll Spend Your Time:**
* Collaborating with our engineers to understand project requirements and contribute meaningfully to the development process.
* Leveraging best practices and modern technologies to maintain and extend our core services.
* Working across the full stack and the entire development lifecycle to build, test, deploy, and support high-quality, reliable, and performant services.
* Promoting code quality through active participation in code reviews and the application of engineering best practices.
* Contributing directly to products that are used by developer communities around the world.
* Networking across Snyk, joining "Impact" events, building professional soft skills, and engaging with a global cohort of early-career talent.
### **What You’ll Need:**
* An eagerness to learn new technologies and a high degree of adaptability to change.
* Familiarity with programming languages such as TypeScript or Go.
* Foundational understanding of relational database design (e.g. PostgreSQL).
* A proactive attitude and a sense of accountability, paired with the ability to work independently.
* A passion for problem-solving and a desire to understand the "why" behind the code.
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*We care deeply about the warm, inclusive environment we’ve created and we value diversity – we welcome applications from those typically underrepresented in tech. If you like the sound of this role but are not totally sure whether you’re the right person, do apply anyway!*
**About Snyk**
Snyk is committed to creating an inclusive and engaging environment where our employees can thrive as we rally behind our common mission to make the digital world a safer place. From Snyk employee resource groups, to global benefits that help our employees prioritize their health, wellness, financial security, and a work/life blend, we aim to support our employees along their entire journeys here at Snyk.
**Benefits \& Programs**
* Prioritize health, wellness, financial security, and life balance with programs tailored to your location and role.
* Flexible working hours, work-from home allowances, in-office perks, and time off for learning and self development
* Generous vacation and wellness time off, country-specific holidays, and 100% paid parental leave for all caregivers
* Health benefits, employee assistance plans, and annual wellness allowance
* Country-specific life insurance, disability benefits, and retirement/pension programs, plus mobile phone and education allowances