Software Developer Internship Jobs in Arizona (NOW HIRING)

** This role is not eligible for sponsorship AND is four days onsite hybrid at our N. Scottsdale office **

Who are we looking for?

Choice Hotels, one of the world's largest lodging franchisors, has an exciting new opportunity as our Software Engineer 1 in the Data Domain. The Data Domain is the team that collects data from all sources of data both internal and External and builds Datawarehouse solution. We own the ingestions and creation of views and data marts which will be used by our Analytics team, data scientists, and business for creating analytics reports and dashboards. As a key member of our Data Domain, you will work on our framework to build Data pipeline and build ETL jobs for inbound and outbound data flow.

Are you enthusiastic about working on a Big Data platform? We invite you to apply today for our Software Engineer 1 role today and #MakeItYourChoice.

Your Responsibilities

• Focus on growing as a software engineer - learning existing tools, resources, and processes
• Develop your productivity skills by learning source control, editors, the build pipeline, and other tools, as well as testing best practices
• Tackle well-defined tasks, commit, and deliver with the guidance of Senior developers as a part of a Scrum team during each sprint
• Develop your knowledge of a single component of our software architecture and branch out into other areas as your grow as a software engineer
• Work hard / Play hard; You take your commitments seriously and deliver as a member of a collaborative team
• Live Choice's core values: Be Bold, Be Quick, Listen, Be Curious, Show Integrity
• Embrace Change and adapt to new technologies quickly
• Graciously accept feedback and learn from everything you do

Your Experience, Skills & Competencies

• A bachelor's degree in a relevant field, along with one to two years of experience with Python, Java, and data-related projects or equivalent internship/training, is required.
• Proficiency in Python and SQL is essential. Familiarity with Big Data concepts, Spark, and Kafka is advantageous.
• Knowledge of AWS services such as S3, Lambda, Glue, EC2, and Redshift is highly desirable.
• Strong problem-solving skills are necessary, with the ability to proactively address challenges and deliver effective solutions.
• Source control. Subversion and/or GIT.
• Understanding knowledge of the software development lifecycle: design, functional and technical requirements, coding, debugging, testing, release, and operational support.
• Knowledge of Agile software development methodologies, Service Oriented Architecture and object-oriented programming methodologies.
• Knowledge of software development best practices, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes and testing.
• Exceptional verbal, written and listening communication skills
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and demeanor
• Proficient in the use of MS Office suite, including familiarity with Visio
• Above all else, the desire and ability to learn quickly
• Demonstrates key competencies to include Cultivates Innovation, Nimble Learning and Drives Results

Your Team

This is an individual contributor role that will report to the Software Engineering Manager. You will have 4 peer teammates and collaborate with cross functional departments on a regular basis.

*** PLEASE NOTE: This role is not eligible for sponsorship ***

Choice prioritizes our associate wellbeing by offering a comprehensive benefits program that is both competitive and flexible to help you achieve your wellbeing goals - here are just a few:

• Competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Leave and paid time-off for holidays, vacation, personal, family, volunteer, sick, jury duty, bereavement, military, and religious observance
• Financial benefits for retirement and health savings
• Employee recognition programs
• Discounts at Choice hotels worldwide

About Choice

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), is one of the largest lodging franchisors in the world. With 7,500 hotels in 45+ countries and territories, we offer a range of high-quality lodging options in the upper upscale, upper midscale, midscale, extended stay, and economy segments. We're the hotel company for those who choose to bet on themselves - the striver, the dreamer, the entrepreneur - because that's who we are, too.

At Choice, we are united by the simple belief that tomorrow will be even better than today - for associates, our company, and our franchisees. At our worldwide corporate headquarters in North Bethesda, Maryland, at our technology center in Scottsdale, Arizona, and through our associates around the globe, every voice is heard and every idea is listened to, no matter what area of the company they come from. We are united in supporting the entrepreneurial dreams of our thousands of franchise owners, which propels us forward - giving our work at Choice a purpose larger than our business.

Our corporate office locations:

North Bethesda, MD - Located at Pike & Rose, our worldwide headquarters is less than 15 miles from Washington, D.C., one block away from the North Bethesda Metro station, with easy access to I-495, complimentary parking, electronic charging stations, restaurants and retail.

Scottsdale, AZ - Located at the northwest corner of Loop 101, the Scottsdale office is home to our technology, eCommerce and customer service organizations, with easy access to complimentary parking, electronic charging stations, restaurants and retail.

Minneapolis, MN - Select roles are based in our Minneapolis office on Highway 394, near the intersection with Highway 100, only five minutes from downtown.

Field/Remote - Select roles designated as field/remote will require associates to work from a home office, connecting virtually with Choice team members and leadership on Zoom, with possible required travel depending on the role.

Choice's Cultural Values

Welcome and Respect Everyone | Be Bold | Be Quick | Listen | Be Curious | Show Integrity

Choice's Leadership Principles

Act with Intention | Lead with Authenticity | Grow & Deliver