Software Design Student

Summary

Daktronics creates digital LED display technology and audio systems for sports, commercial, and public environments. The Software Design Student will gain hands-on experience across software development and testing, including identifying deficiencies, conducting manual and automated testing, developing applications, writing unit tests, and supporting software requirements and design documentation.

Responsibilities

• Finding and reporting software deficiencies
• Assist in manual testing of software
• Track test results and quality metrics
• Become proficient in the use of testing tools and methodologies
• Work with users and Daktronics personnel to answer questions and resolve problems
• Create automated test scripts for regression testing
• Create automated tests from approved 3rd party tools
• Develop, debug, and maintain software applications using Microsoft Visual Studio
• Develop and support software applications using development languages like C#, C++, JavaScript, etc. and other software development tools like Salesforce, Azure, Angular, and other cloud-based services
• Leverage AI tools to enhance testing efficiency and code quality, accelerate debugging, and support the exploration of new technical solutions
• Work within a development team to solve problems
• Write unit tests for new code and existing code
• Complete quality work in a timely manner
• Assist in the development of software product requirements and design documentation
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned

Skills

• Applicants must be currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelor's degree program in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related degree
• Only strong academic performers will be considered and must maintain an acceptable GPA, with preference to 3.0 GPA or greater
• Unofficial transcripts or web transcripts must be submitted with application
• Good oral and written communication skills, good organizational skills, self-motivation
• Good problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Regularly and reliably work scheduled hours
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older
• Daktronics does not sponsor, renew, or extend immigration visas for this position
• Object oriented programming knowledge is required
• Knowledge of the Microsoft.Net Framework and Visual Studio
• Knowledge of GIT or other source control software
• Good oral and written communication skills, ability to communicate complex technical concepts
• Shown ability to work collaboratively on projects or with a partner/team
• The preferred applicant will be a student registered in at least 12 credits
• The preferred applicant will be in their sophomore or junior year of school
• Knowledge of C++, C#, and/or Java preferred, but other object-oriented languages are acceptable

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Applicants must be currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelor's degree program in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related degree
• Only strong academic performers will be considered and must maintain an acceptable GPA, with preference to 3.0 GPA or greater
• Unofficial transcripts or web transcripts must be submitted with application
• Good oral and written communication skills, good organizational skills, self-motivation
• Good problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Regularly and reliably work scheduled hours
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older
• Daktronics does not sponsor, renew, or extend immigration visas for this position
• Object oriented programming knowledge is required
• Knowledge of the Microsoft.Net Framework and Visual Studio
• Knowledge of GIT or other source control software
• Good oral and written communication skills, ability to communicate complex technical concepts
• Shown ability to work collaboratively on projects or with a partner/team

Nice to Haves

• The preferred applicant will be a student registered in at least 12 credits
• The preferred applicant will be in their sophomore or junior year of school
• Knowledge of C++, C#, and/or Java preferred, but other object-oriented languages are acceptable

Benefits

• $500 Academic Excellence Reward for each spring and fall semester completed while employed for students with a GPA of 3.5 and above, subject to additional conditions
• Employee discount program
• Employee assistance program
• Community donation program
• Unpaid time off
• 401(k)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Leaves
• Disability and accommodations
• Hands-on experience
• Mentorship
• A mentor who will challenge you to find solutions, take initiative and develop a strong understanding of Daktronics products, practices, and procedures
• Resources and mentorship necessary to thrive in your position