Web Services Intern

ABOUT ROCKET LAB Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access to space. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations. Our Electron rocket has become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope. ABOUT ROCKET LAB Rocket Lab is a global leader in launch and space systems. We're opening access to space to improve life on Earth through our Electron rocket and Neutron launch vehicle programs, alongside our space systems business. From pioneering carbon composite rocket technology to delivering reliable and rapid launch services, we're pushing the boundaries of what's possible in aerospace. ABOUT THE ROLE The Web Services team plays an essential role in the day-to-day operations at Rocket Lab by building high quality, reliable web applications that support a wide range of critical functions including mission management, launch operations, production, configuration management and more. We work closely with each other to design and develop innovative solutions to our users' problems which in turn allows the teams we work with to be more efficient and get on with what they do best. We are a tight-knit team that is constantly evolving. We experiment with new ways of working and thinking, we challenge the status quo, and we are happiness focused. We are looking for someone that is a team player, has a positive attitude and a growth mindset and can join us to tackle some hard problems. As an intern in the Web Services team, you will work on features and new applications that are a part of our engineering and business systems. There are numerous opportunities to add value and gain valuable experience. This is an opportunity to work on real space technology projects and contribute to missions that are literally reaching for the stars. WHAT YOU WILL DO Web Services Software: Web Application Database Schema Design Back-end Web Applications Front-end Web Applications Web Based User Interfaces Machine-to-machine services Software Development: Develop software and unit tests according to bug-fix and feature requests Participate in review of source code merge requests Participate in scrum activities (e.g., stand-up, retrospectives, sprint planning) Keep tickets up to date regarding work in progress Collaborate with engineers and team members across multiple departments Participate in team meetings and contribute innovative ideas WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR MUST HAVE: Enrolled and progressing in a programme towards a Tertiary Diploma, Certificate or degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or similar TypeScript/JavaScript development experience Experience with MVC frontend frameworks (Angular, React, Vue, etc.) A team player with a positive attitude Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team Passion for aerospace, space technology, and innovation NICE TO HAVE: Node.js experience Experience with clean code principles, patterns and practices Experience with Git or similar source code management tools Experience with Linux development environments Experience with Jira or similar issue trackers Experience with agile scrum methodologies Pr…