Software Engineer Intern
U.S. Xpress Enterprises, Inc.about 1 year ago
Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States
Hybrid
Internship
Beginner Level (< 1 year)
$15-$18 Hourly
Job Description
Position Overview
Software Engineer Intern based in CHATTANOOGA, TN. Join U.S. Xpress – one of the nation’s largest asset-based trucking companies – where innovation and visionary problem-solving revolutionize the transportation industry. This hands-on position, open to remote work, offers you an opportunity to build the tools powering our freight platform while developing personally and professionally. Work hours are 08:00 am - 5:00 pm.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, test, deploy, and maintain innovative software solutions to transform service performance, durability, cost, and security.
- Assist with the development lifecycle, focusing on new features and functionalities for critical software applications.
- Apply software engineering best practices to maintain high quality deliverables.
- Write high-quality distributed system software.
- Thrive in an agile development environment working on impactful projects.
- Bring visibility to USX trailer utilization to improve driver experience and reduce turnover.
- Enhance Brokerage Operational efficiency to boost freight selectivity and asset utilization.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma; ideal candidates are currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
- Experience developing software services and designing for scalability, performance, and reliability.
- Proficiency in modern programming languages (Java, Python, JavaScript, or C#) for large-scale, distributed applications.
- Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies with excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- A solid understanding of professional software engineering practices and the full software development life cycle.
Benefits & Perks
- Compensation: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- Unlimited Vacation
- Paid Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- On-site workout facility
- Schedule: 8 hour shift
- Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chattanooga, TN 37421
Required Skills
Agile Development
Java
Problem Solving
Javascript
Distributed Systems
Python
Software Engineering Practices
C#