Atheer ACT is a Saudi deep-tech startup pioneering last-mile wireless connectivity through mmWave technology. As a Software Engineer Intern, you will gain hands-on experience in the telecommunications industry, contributing to impactful projects that shape the future of wireless connectivity in Saudi Arabia. This internship offers a unique opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers and learn best practices in software development within a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Key responsibilities include:
- Develop and implement basic software features for internship projects by writing clean, tested code and assisting with debugging
- Collaborate with engineering, product, and QA teams to understand requirements, contribute to design discussions, and translate user needs into implementable tasks
- Adhere to software development best practices including version control, documentation, and basic CI/CD workflows
- Participate in code reviews by submitting pull requests and addressing feedback
- Apply fundamental telecommunications and networking concepts to support project objectives
- Engage in a learning-focused environment, leveraging mentorship and feedback to grow technical skills
Requirements
Required Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a closely related field
- Interest or prior exposure to backend software development projects (academic, personal, or internship)
- Exposure to basic CI/CD workflows (such as running builds or tests via a pipeline)
- Experience participating in code reviews (submitting pull requests and addressing review feedback)
- Exposure to telecommunications or networking concepts (academic, personal, or internship)
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams (engineering, product, and/or QA) on software projects
- English proficiency
- Arabic proficiency
- Able to start in June or later
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience writing code with basic unit or integration tests (academic, personal, or internship)
Benefits
- Mentorship and training from experienced engineers in the telecommunications industry
- Exposure to advanced wireless connectivity projects and mmWave technology
- Opportunities for professional growth and skill development
- Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams
- On-site experience in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Participation in team events and company activities
- Supportive culture focused on learning and innovation
