Software Engineer (FDE / Platform) - Intern

About the Opportunity

As a Software Engineering Intern, you will contribute to production systems that power AI-driven workflows for healthcare providers. This role blends core software engineering with forward deployed problem-solving, giving you exposure to both building scalable internal platforms and developing practical, customer-facing solutions.

You will work directly with healthcare providers to understand their unique challenges and translate them into practical, data-driven solutions using AI and machine learning. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a strong customer-centric mindset. You will thrive in a dynamic environment, rapidly deploying and iterating on solutions to deliver immediate value.

What you'll do

• Collaborate closely with healthcare clients to understand their workflows and identify opportunities to leverage AI and machine learning
• Customize and deploy Charta Health's AI-driven platforms to address specific client needs
• Rapidly prototype and iterate on solutions, adapting to client feedback and evolving requirements
• Break down complex projects into actionable steps and deliver results in ambiguous environments
• Explore and integrate a wide range of AI/ML technologies, adapting to the diverse needs of our clients
• Provide technical expertise and support to clients, ensuring successful deployment and adoption of our solutions
• Work closely with our internal engineering team to provide feedback and contribute to product development
• Design, build, and improve core platform systems that power analyses, data pipelines, and AI workflows across all customers
• Contribute to scalable infrastructure and tooling that make deployments faster, more reliable, and easier to maintain
• Help define internal engineering standards, abstractions, and reusable components that turn one-off solutions into durable product capabilities
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in AI/ML and apply them alongside strong software engineering practices

You'd be a great fit, if you have

• Proficiency and practical coding skills (Python and TypeScript), with a focus on delivering tangible results.
• Solid understanding of common algorithms and data structures (e.g., arrays, linked lists, trees, hash tables) and practical ability to select and implement them appropriately.
• Experience systematically isolating and diagnosing issues within code, leveraging debugging tools, log analysis, and stack traces effectively
• Ability to efficiently navigate unfamiliar codebases, understand architectural patterns, and contribute quickly to existing projects.
• Practical knowledge of writing and running unit and integration tests to verify code correctness.
• Adaptability and the ability to quickly learn and master new technologies and concepts.
• A priority on delivering business value over solving purely theoretical challenges.
• A desire to explore a wide range of technologies and problems, rather than specializing in one area.
• The ability to thrive in ambiguous environments and rapidly produce results.
• The ability to excel at breaking down complex projects into actionable steps.
• Resilience and resourcefulness, allowing you to overcome obstacles and find creative solutions.
• Ambition and a desire for a high-growth opportunity.
• Strong emotional intelligence, excellent communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excitement about working with external customers and building strong relationships.
• A genuine interest in the medical field and a passion for improving healthcare.
• Completed at least your 2nd year of a Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical degree

Nice-to-have

• Experience in a startup environment
• Experience and/or demonstrated interest in healthcare
• Experience with Large Language Models (LLMs) and prompt engineering.
• Experience with neural networks and machine learning
• Degree in Computer Science / Engineering or related field

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Team dinners and snacks in the office to keep you at your best
• Growth opportunities in a fast-paced, innovative tech startup
• Ongoing professional development and access to cutting-edge AI and healthcare tools
• Lively, in-person work culture at our SF Headquarters or NYC office
• $40-$60/hour based on experience