Summer 2026 Software Engineer/Architect - Python Graduate Intern Job at Highmark Health, Des Moines, IA

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  • Highmark Health
  • Des Moines, IA

Job Description

**Company :** Highmark Health **Job Description :** **SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES** This job has the goal of developing Python-based microservices and APIs to support GenAI applications. Implementing backend components for RAG and AI agent orchestration. Participating in architecture discussions and contributing to design decisions. Writing unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and reliability. **REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS** Currently pursuing a Master's in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. **PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS** + Strong proficiency in Python and backend frameworks (e.g., FastAPI, Flask, Django). + Solid understanding of system design principles, including distributed systems, service orchestration, and API lifecycle management. + Familiarity with cloud-native development and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes). + Exposure to AI/ML concepts and interest in building software for GenAI applications. + Experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and agile development practices. + Bonus: Experience with RAG pipelines, vector databases, or AI agent orchestration. **ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS** + Build and maintain Python-based microservices using frameworks like FastAPI or Flask. + Design and implement RESTful APIs and backend services for AI-powered applications. + Participate in system design discussions, including scalability + Contribute to the architecture of backend systems supporting GenAI applications, using RAG and AI agents. + Work with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP) to deploy and monitor services. + Participate in agile ceremonies, code reviews, and collaborative development workflows. + Assist in performance tuning, logging, and observability of backend systems **_Disclaimer:_** _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._ **_Compliance Requirement:_** _This position adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies_ As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements. **Pay Range Minimum:** **Pay Range Maximum:** _Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate's qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets._ Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below. For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at HRServices@highmarkhealth.org California Consumer Privacy Act Employees, Contractors, and Applicants Notice Req ID: J270835

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