Cloud Distributed Systems Backend Intern, GeForce Now - Fall 2026

at Nvidia
USD 20-71 per hour
INTERN
✅ On-site

Used Tools & Technologies

Go GPU

Required Skills & Competences

Jenkins @ 3 Kubernetes @ 3 Linux @ 2 Redis @ 3 Python @ 3 Java @ 3 NoSQL @ 3 CI/CD @ 3 Algorithms @ 3 Data Structures @ 3 Distributed Systems @ 6 Leadership @ 3 OpenStack @ 3 Microservices @ 3 Firebase @ 3 API @ 3 Cassandra @ 3 Spring Boot @ 3 Deep Learning @ 3 AI @ 3

Details

GeForce NOW is NVIDIA's Cloud Gaming service, streaming games at high quality to many device types. Using NVIDIA GPUs and proprietary software, GeForce NOW delivers up-to-date games on the latest hardware with a near-instant launch experience.

You will work as a System Software Engineering Intern designing, building, and deploying highly scalable cloud-based solutions for GeForce NOW. The role requires a deep understanding of programming languages, distributed systems, multi-threading, and cloud services. Work will support scalable and efficient cloud services that drive Visual Computing, Deep Learning, and Artificial Intelligence.

Responsibilities

  • Work on microservices and APIs to support a scalable gaming infrastructure.
  • Own an internship-long project from start to finish and present results to the leadership team.
  • Collaborate with product, platform, and operations teams to deliver your project and develop cross-functional skills.
  • Work with a mentor to build technical skills and explore career paths.

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD program in Computer Science or a related technical field from an accredited university/college.
  • Strong initiative, passion for learning, collaborative interpersonal skills, and adaptability to new technology.
  • Knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and software design.
  • Experience building RESTful APIs with Java Spring Boot.
  • Familiarity with Linux or other Unix-based environments.
  • Experience with NoSQL databases such as Cassandra or Firebase, plus caching solutions like Redis or Valkey.

Ways to stand out

  • Ability to show examples of technical projects you have worked on.
  • Experience with Golang or Python.
  • Exposure to infrastructure-as-code and container orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes, ECS, or OpenStack.
  • Experience designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins or GitLab CI.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Internship hourly rate: 20 USD - 71 USD (hourly pay varies by position, location, year in school, degree, and experience).
  • Eligible for NVIDIA intern benefits (link provided in original posting).

Additional information

  • Applications accepted at least until June 13, 2026.
  • This posting is for an existing vacancy.
  • NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.
  • NVIDIA is an equal opportunity employer and committed to fostering an inclusive work environment.