About Starburst

Starburst is the data platform for analytics, applications, and AI, unifying data across clouds and on-premises to accelerate AI innovation. Organizations—from startups to Fortune 500 enterprises in 60+ countries—rely on Starburst for fast data access, seamless collaboration, and enterprise-grade governance on an open hybrid data lakehouse. Wherever data lives, Starburst unlocks its full potential, powering data and AI from development to deployment. By future-proofing data architecture, Starburst helps businesses fuel innovation with AI.

About the role

Want to work on systems that actually matter? At Starburst, our backend is the engine behind fast, scalable data access — and as an intern, you won’t be on the sidelines.

You’ll join the team building Starburst Galaxy or Enterprise and start contributing from day one. Real code, real impact, real ownership.

You’ll work on distributed systems, APIs, and data processing pipelines, learning directly from experienced engineers while solving problems that show up in production — not just in theory.

We’ll support your growth, but we’ll also expect you to take initiative, move fast, and ship.

This is a paid, 10-week internship (June 1st – August 28th, 2026).

What you’ll do:

• Build backend features used by real customers

• Work on scalable, distributed systems

• Ship code early and often

• Learn modern backend technologies in practice

• Collaborate with engineers across different time zones

• Tackle real-world performance and reliability challenges

What we’re looking for:

• You’re excited about backend engineering

• You’ve coded in Java

• You like solving hard problems

• You take ownership and get things done

• You’re curious and learn fast

• You’re a rising Senior or recent graduate

Location

Warsaw (hybrid)

Starburst is dedicated to maintaining fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range provided for this role reflects the minimum and maximum targets for candidates in the country in which the role is located and could be inclusive of variable compensation, such as commission or bonus. All full-time employees receive equity grants (NSOs), and depending on the country, may have access to additional employer-sponsored benefits. Actual compensation packages are determined based on relevant skills, experience, education and training, and specific work location. For more information, connect with the recruiting team or Hiring Manager during the interview process as they can provide more detailed information about the salary range.

Pay Range8 000 zł—12 000 zł PLN

Build your career at Starburst

All-Stars have the opportunity and freedom to realize their true potential. By building alongside top talent, we’re empowered to take ownership of our careers and drive meaningful change. Anchored in industry-proven technology and unprecedented success, All-Stars are taking on the challenge everyday to disrupt our industry – and the future.

Our global workforce is supported by a competitive Total Rewards program that reflects our commitment to a rewarding and supportive work environment. This includes a variety of benefits like competitive pay, attractive stock grants, flexible paid time off, and more.

We are committed to fostering an intentional, inclusive, and diverse culture that drives deep engagement, authentic belonging, and an exceptional All-Star experience. We believe that diversity of thought, perspective, background and experience will enable us to own what we do, drive our success and empower our All-Stars to show up authentically.

Starburst provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state
or local laws.