Software Engineer, Intern, Summer 2026
Circle is a financial technology company focused on the emerging internet of money. As a Software Engineer Intern, you will gain hands-on experience in building backend systems and APIs while collaborating with experienced engineers. Responsibilities Collaborate with your team to build, test, and deliver backend systems and APIs that power Circle’s financial technology platform Contribute to backend services, APIs, and infrastructure that support Circle’s core products Participate in design discussions, code reviews, and agile development ceremonies Write, test, and document clean, maintainable, and high-quality code Work with mentors to troubleshoot issues, analyze data, and improve system performance Learn about cloud infrastructure, blockchain technology, and how Circle builds enterprise-grade financial systems Skills Actively pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, with an expected graduation date in 2026 or 2027 Experience with object-oriented programming languages such as Java, Go, Python, or similar Familiarity with RESTful API principles and backend development fundamentals Interest in working with cloud technologies (AWS, Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure, etc.) and modern deployment pipelines Knowledge of SQL databases, schema design, or data modeling concepts Curiosity about blockchain, distributed systems, or fintech innovation Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in a distributed team environment A proactive, learning-focused mindset with enthusiasm for building and shipping impactful software Company Overview Circle helps businesses and developers utilize stablecoins for payments and online commerce. It was founded in 2013, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship Circle has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 32 in 2025, 41 in 2024, 43 in 2023, 25 in 2022, 4 in 2021, 2 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.