Software Engineering Intern

At Norstella, their mission is simple: to help their clients bring life-saving therapies to market quicker and help patients in need. Founded in 2022, but with history going back to 1939, Norstella unites best-in-class brands to help clients navigate the complexities at each step of the drug development life cycle and get the right treatments to the right patients at the right time.

Each organization under Norstella delivers must-have answers for critical strategic and commercial decision-making. Together, via their market-leading brands, they help their clients:

• Citeline – accelerate the drug development cycle
• Evaluate – bring the right drugs to market
• MMIT – identify barriers to patient access
• Panalgo – turn data into insight faster
• The Dedham Group – think strategically for specialty therapeutics

By combining the efforts of each organization under Norstella, they can offer an even wider breadth of expertise, cutting-edge data solutions, and expert advisory services alongside advanced technologies such as real-world data, machine learning, and predictive analytics. As one of the largest global pharma intelligence solution providers, Norstella has a footprint across the globe with teams of experts delivering world-class solutions in the USA, UK, The Netherlands, Japan, China, and India.

The Role

Reporting to the Director, the Software Engineering Intern will work within the development team responsible for developing and supporting various platform service components that underpin all content applications across Norstella.

They are looking for a motivated Software Engineering Intern with great communication skills and, most importantly, the ability and willingness to keep learning in this ever-changing technology landscape.

• Assist in the design, development, testing, and deployment of software applications
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code under the guidance of senior engineers
• Collaborate with team members on technical design discussions and code reviews
• Participate in agile development processes, including stand-ups and sprint planning
• Debug and troubleshoot software issues, providing timely resolutions
• Document code, processes, and technical decisions for future reference
• Stay up-to-date with industry best practices, emerging technologies, and development tools

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Basic proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript, C++)
• Understanding of software development principles and version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills and a willingness to learn

Preferred Skills (Nice-to-Have)

• Experience with web frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, or Spring Boot)
• Knowledge of databases (SQL or NoSQL)
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS or Azure)
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing

What They Offer

• Hands-on experience with real-world software development projects
• Mentorship and learning opportunities from experienced engineers
• Flexible work hours and a supportive team environment

Their Guiding Principles for Success

• Bold, Passionate, and Mission-First
• Integrity, Truth, and Reality
• Kindness, Empathy, and Grace
• Resilience, Mettle, and Perseverance
• Humility, Gratitude, and Learning

Additional Information

All candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. They do not provide visa sponsorship or transfers and are not currently accepting candidates who are on an OPT visa.

Norstella is an equal opportunity employer. All job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability or handicap, medical condition, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), marital or domestic partner status, military or veteran status, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, reproductive health decision making, or any other protected characteristic as established by federal, state, or local law.

Sometimes the best opportunities are hidden by self-doubt. Many candidates disqualify themselves before they even get the opportunity to be considered. Regardless of where someone came from, how they identify, or the path that led them here, they are welcome. If someone reads this job description and feels passion and excitement, Norstella is just as excited about them.