About the role
Company Overview
Nintendo Technology Development (NTD), a wholly owned subsidiary of Nintendo Co., Ltd., creates future hardware and software technology and researches North American-based technologies. Nintendo is an equal opportunity employer offering a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our products, the diverse consumers we represent, and the communities we call home, acting with kindness, empathy, and respect.
The Opportunity
Nintendo Technology Development’s (NTD) Multimedia team is seeking a highly motivated and self-starting Software Engineer Intern for the Summer of 2027. This is an opportunity for a candidate with a passion for excellence and a desire to grow in a fast-paced, engineering-focused environment. In this role, you will research state-of-the-art object identification and ROI-based bitrate control techniques for real-time video encoding and apply your findings to the Nintendo Switch platform.
What We Are Looking For
- Technical Skills:
- Familiarity with Computer Vision, AI, and Multimedia (Video Compression, Video Bitrate Control).
- Strong knowledge of software engineering fundamentals.
- Education:
- A rising senior pursuing a BS or MS in Computer Science or an Engineering-related field.
- Personal Attributes:
- Ready to learn quickly, ask questions, and jump into a small, dynamic team setting.
- An effective communicator with strong writing skills.
- Ability to support one another, stay curious, and bring thoughtful creativity to work.
- Ability to learn, adapt, and collaborate, with open communication, a habit of asking questions, and taking initiative to move ideas forward.
Working Conditions and Requirements
- Availability: Available for full-time work during the summer of 2027.
- Location: Onsite in Redmond, WA. Not open to remote status at this time.
- Eligibility: Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be considered. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
Compensation and Benefits
- Base Pay Range: $45—$45 USD
- Benefits: This contract position is eligible for benefits through the employing agency, which include eligibility for medical insurance, employee assistance program, and paid sick leave. All benefits are subject to elections, eligibility requirements, plan and program terms, and offerings will be confirmed at the time of offer by the employing agency, differing depending on the employing agency partner.