Viant is seeking a motivated Engineering Intern to join our Engineering organization for Summer 2026. This internship provides hands-on experience working on real systems that power Viant’s AI-driven, CTV-focused programmatic advertising platform.
As an Engineering Intern, you will collaborate with experienced software engineers to design, build, test, and improve scalable systems across our DSP, data pipelines, and internal platforms. This role is ideal for students who are eager to learn, curious about large-scale systems, and excited to apply classroom knowledge to real-world problems.
Contribute to the development of software features and services used at Viant
Assist with designing, implementing, testing, and documenting code under the guidance of senior engineers
Participate in code reviews, team standups, sprint planning, and technical discussions
Debug and troubleshoot issues across applications, services, or data workflows
Collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Data, and Platform teams to support business initiatives
Learn and apply industry best practices related to software development, scalability, performance, and reliability
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field
Strong understanding of core programming concepts and data structures
Experience with at least one programming language such as Python, Java, Go, C++, or JavaScript
Familiarity with basic software development tools such as Git, IDEs, and debugging tools
Exposure to backend systems, distributed systems, or data engineering concepts
Experience with SQL, APIs, cloud platforms (GCP or AWS), or containerization tools
Interest in ad tech, data platforms, machine learning, or large-scale systems
- Ability to learn quickly, take feedback, and work effectively in a collaborative team environment
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Investing in our employees’ professional growth is important to us — including our interns. At Viant, interns work on meaningful projects, receive mentorship from experienced engineers, and gain exposure to cutting-edge technology in programmatic advertising.
Viant offers a collaborative, inclusive culture where curiosity and impact are valued.
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Viant Technology Inc. (NASDAQ: DSP) is a leader in CTV and AI-powered programmatic advertising, dedicated to driving innovation in digital marketing. Viant’s omnichannel platform built for CTV allows marketers to plan, execute and measure their campaigns with unmatched precision and efficiency. With the launch of ViantAI, Viant is building the future of fully autonomous advertising solutions, empowering advertisers to achieve their boldest goals. Viant was recently awarded Best AI-Powered Advertising Solution and Best Demand-Side Platform by MarTech Breakthrough, Great Place to Work® certification and received the Business Intelligence Group’s AI Excellence Award. Learn more at viantinc.com.
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