Software Engineering Intern (AI Engineering)

PEAK6 is a leading investment firm focused on leveraging technology to enhance trading solutions. They are seeking a Software Engineering Intern (AI Engineering) to assist in developing, testing, and maintaining software applications for their high-volume trade clearing suite. Responsibilities Assist in the development, testing, and maintenance of software applications Collaborate with the software engineering team to design new features and functionalities Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers Help in troubleshooting, debugging, and resolving software defects and issues Test LLM integrations, conversational interfaces, and RAG retrieval accuracy Contribute to the documentation of software development processes and codebases Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry best practices in software engineering Analyze application logs, trace API calls, and help identify system issues Document AI system configurations, create test cases, and verify functionality across environments Skills Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related STEM field Senior standing, May 2026 graduate Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Familiarity with programming languages such as Java, Python, C++, JavaScript, or similar Understanding of software development methodologies, including Agile and Scrum Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Excellent communication and teamwork abilities Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment General interest in Fintech Experience or Projects involving AI Benefits Healthcare benefits (medical, dental and vision, EAP) Competitive PTO 401k match Parental leave HSA contribution match Paid subscription to the Calm app Generous external learning and tuition reimbursement benefits Ability to work remotely up to two days a week Company Overview We're In The Business Of What Ought To Be The business of doing, creating, and building the world the way we see fit. It was founded in 1997, and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship PEAK6 has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2023. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.