[Hiring] Software Developer Intern @Rakuten Kobo Inc.

Role Description

Rakuten Kobo Inc. is looking for a Software Developer Intern to join our Global Delivery team! The team is comprised of many highly talented enthusiastic individuals who ensure the services and offerings from Kobo are available to both internal and external customers.

Reporting to the Global Delivery Manager, the Software Delivery Intern will work with the Global Delivery Team made up of Developers and Testers and take an active part in delivering high quality software to Rakuten Kobo’s users.

Qualifications

• A passion for software development and delivery.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Desire to work in a team but also be self-organising enough to work independently on tasks.

Requirements

• Experience with React.
• Some previous experience in an Object Oriented Software Language such as C# or Java.
• An understanding of T-SQL Databases.
• Experience with web technologies (HTML, Javascript, CSS).
• Knowledge of using source control systems such as Git or TFS.

Benefits

• Flexible hours and remote working environment.
• Four extended long weekends around bank holidays.
• Talent and development training budget.
• Free Kobo device + free weekly e-book or audiobook.
• Weekly Kobo Spark sessions.

Company Description

Owned by Tokyo-based Rakuten and headquartered in Toronto, Rakuten Kobo Inc. is one of the most advanced global ecommerce companies, with the world’s most innovative e-reading services offering more than 6 million eBooks and audiobooks to 30 million + customers in 190 countries. Kobo delivers the best digital reading experience through creative innovation, award-winning e-readers, and top-ranking mobile apps. Kobo is a part of the Rakuten group of companies.

Rakuten Kobo Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations for candidates with disabilities participating in the selection process are available on request. Any information received related to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.

Rakuten Kobo would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this role; however, only qualified candidates will be shortlisted.

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