Winter 2027 Intern, Data Engineering
Join Kodiak Robotics as a Data Engineering Intern to optimize data systems and build robust data pipelines in a fast-paced environment.
Posted by employer 1 month ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 month ago
Last verified on the company career page 20 hours ago
Skills & Technologies
AI in the day-to-day
The company has developed an AI-powered technology stack for autonomous ground transportation.
Requirements
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Visa
- Sponsorship available
Not disclosed in this posting: years of experience.
Benefits
Joblaze summary
The Data Engineering Intern at Kodiak Robotics will focus on optimizing and maintaining data stores like AuroraDB and ElasticSearch, while also designing and building data pipelines to support the company's autonomous technology initiatives. Key skills include a solid understanding of database design, cloud platforms, and BI tools, alongside a collaborative mindset. This role is ideal for students pursuing degrees in technical fields who are eager to apply their knowledge in a fast-paced environment. Kodiak's commitment to innovation in autonomous systems offers a unique opportunity for interns to contribute to cutting-edge projects.
Joblaze insights
- Listed about a month ago — first seen on Joblaze September 5, 2026. Last confirmed on Kodiak Robotics's careers page October 29, 2026.
- Salary band is below the typical range for Data Engineering roles (median ~$180,656).
Quick facts
- Is the Winter 2027 Intern, Data Engineering role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Mountain View, CA.
- What's the salary range?
- Kodiak Robotics lists $10,000–$10,000 for this role.
- Where is the role based?
- Kodiak Robotics is hiring for this position in Mountain View, CA.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: AWS QuickSight, AuroraDB, Data Engineering, Data Pipelines, Elasticsearch, Kibana.
- Does Kodiak Robotics sponsor work visas for this role?
- Yes — the posting indicates visa sponsorship is available for the right candidate.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Kodiak Robotics targets intern candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Internship for this Winter 2027 Intern, Data Engineering role at Kodiak Robotics.
From the original posting
Kodiak AI, Inc. (Nasdaq: KDK), founded in 2018, is a leader in Physical AI, developing driverless technology that powers machines that move. Its Kodiak Driver is a vehicle-agnostic autonomous driving system that combines AI-powered software with modular hardware. Today it operates in long-haul trucking, industrial trucking, and defense. In 2024, Kodiak launched commercial Driver-as-a-Service operations with no one in the cab, and plans to launch driverless long-haul service between Dallas and Houston by the end of 2026.
Data Engineering Intern
We are looking for a highly skilled Data Engineering Intern to join us and solve real-world robotics problems. Our ideal candidates exhibit a can-do attitude and approach their work with vigor and determination. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their respective fields and possess the ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment.
In this role, you will:
• Optimize and maintain AuroraDB, ElasticSearch, and other data stores to ensure high availability, scalability, and performance for critical robotics and safety datasets.
• Design, build, and maintain robust data pipelines to facilitate the continuous development of our data platform, ensuring data cleanliness, reliability, and efficient ingestion.
• Explore, evaluate, and scale QuickSight and modular dashboarding frameworks/factories to streamline reporting and surface actionable insights across the organization.
Qualifications:
• Pursuing a BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Statistics, or a related quantitative technical field.
• Strong working knowledge of relational and/or object database design, query optimization, and schema management.
• Experience or strong familiarity with cloud-based data platforms such as AWS Aurora DB and ElasticSearch, and building associated ETL/ELT pipelines.
• Familiarity with BI tools, dashboarding frameworks, or automated reporting factories (e.g., AWS QuickSight, Kibana, or custom visualization frameworks).
• Thinking with a safety mindset and an interest in autonomous systems or robotics.
• Ability to take ownership and enjoy working collaboratively to deliver dependable data solutions.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and modern software development workflows.
Bonus Points:
• Hands-on internship or project experience building automated data pipelines or managing cloud database infrastructure.
• Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code or automated data integration frameworks.
Internship Program Details:
- Start Date: January 2027
- Our internship program is 12-16 weeks; the end date is flexible based on individual needs.
- Location: Mountain View, CA.
- Housing: Interns are responsible for housing.
What We Offer:
- A fast paced environment where we work with talented, committed and supportive teammates.
- Competitive pay.
- Excellent medical, dental and vision benefits.
- A beautiful facility in Mountain View.
- We love our dogs, so we are a dog friendly office!
- Free catered lunch.
The pay range listed below reflects the base salary in our SF/Silicon Valley location, across several internal levels. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors including: work location, experience, relevant training, education, skill level and performance during interview. Total compensation at Kodiak includes base pay, equity, bonus and a competitive benefits package
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