R&D Software Engineer Intern (Data Analytics & Web Applications)
Arden Hills, MN
Internship
Hybrid
$42K/yr - $72K/yr
Intern
Boston Scientific is a leader in medical science, dedicated to addressing important health industry challenges. The Software Engineer Intern will collaborate with developers and data analysts to design, develop, and maintain software solutions, contributing to projects in data analytics and web application development.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, build, test, and deploy software solutions using languages such as Python, Java, C#, JavaScript, and R.
Work with web frameworks and platforms (e.g., Django, ASP.NET, Node.js, R Shiny) to build feature-rich web applications and APIs.
Participate in code reviews, debugging, and troubleshooting software issues.
Support the design and implementation of data pipelines, data warehousing, and ETL processes.
Write efficient SQL queries and manage relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) to ensure data integrity and optimized performance.
Explore, analyze, and visualize data using tools such as R, Python, or BI platforms to provide actionable insights.
Assist in setting up, configuring, and optimizing web servers (e.g., NGINX) and application deployments.
Implement security best practices and performance enhancements for production environments.
Work closely with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to gather requirements and develop solutions that align with business objectives.
Maintain clear documentation of code, development processes, and system configurations.
Communicate progress, challenges, and potential solutions effectively within the team.
Qualification
Required
Current rising junior or rising senior (grad dates between Dec 2026 - May 2028), graduating senior (May 2026 grad) continuing on to grad school, or current grad student. Must have at least one semester of school left post-internship to qualify.
Pursuing a Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or Data Science
Must be able to start internship on May 18th or 26th, 2026 and work for 12 weeks
Must have reliable transportation to/from work.
Proficiency in at least one high-level programming language (Python, Java, C#, R).
Familiarity with web frameworks (e.g., Django, ASP.NET, R Shiny) and basic web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript).
Knowledge of data analytics and visualization tools (R, Python libraries, etc.).
Preferred
Medical device industry experience
Understanding of database systems (SQL) and ability to write complex queries.
Exposure to deploying and configuring web servers (NGINX or similar).
Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git)
Familiar with Agile development methodologies
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with keen attention to detail.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate in a team-oriented environment.
Willingness to learn, adapt to new technologies, and take on challenges with a proactive attitude.
Benefits
Relocation and housing assistance may be available to those who meet the eligibility criteria.
Compensation may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).
Compensation may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).
Boston Scientific is a medical technology company that designs and develops medical devices to diagnose and treat a wide range of condition.
