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# Working Student - Software Engineer

- **Company:** Corning GmbH
- **Location:** Berlin, Germany
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Business Logic, Computer Programming, Databases, Data Validation, Data Integrity, Data Structures, Data Systems, Relational Databases, Database Design, Web Development, Django Web Framework, Event Logging, Human-Computer Interaction, Java GUIs, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Office, Microsoft SQL Server, Node.Js, Swagger, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Openapi, ReactJS, Flask (Web Framework), Backend, Git, Fastapi, Vue.js, Information Technology, Api Design, Restful APIs
- **Published:** August 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://de.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=d30744775905ce50

## About the Role

Bachelor or Master student in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, or a related subject
Experience in backend development - REST API design and implementation
Experience with relational databases - schema design, SQL queries, and constraints
Experience building web applications or GUIs
Programming skills in Python, JavaScript, or similar languages
Ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned tasks

Preferred

Familiarity with SQL Server or similar relational database systems
Experience with API frameworks such as FastAPI, Flask, Django, Node.js, or similar
Experience with GUI frameworks such as React, Vue, or similar
Basic understanding of manufacturing, lab data systems, or traceability concepts
Experience with version control using Git
Familiarity with API documentation tools such as Swagger / OpenAPI

Language

Fluent in English
Confident use of Microsoft Office applications

## Description

We are looking for a motivated working student to support our optical communications development team. The student will contribute to the full software development scope from database design and API development through to GUI deployment and system integrations, working directly with a cross-functional team of process, measurement, and IT engineers. This is an excellent opportunity for students who want to gain hands-on experience in an innovative, technology-driven environment., Support the design and implementation of a relational database schema including tables, constraints, and controlled data structures
Contribute to building and deploying a REST API layer as the controlled interface between the database, user interface, and connected lab systems
Develop and deploy a web-based GUI for sample tracking, work order management, event logging, measurement upload, and dashboards
Support integration of lab stations to the system - mapping software outputs, defining data formats, and implementing error handling
Implement data validation and business logic to ensure data integrity and traceability across the system
Write and maintain technical documentation - API documentation, data model descriptions, and basic user guides
Support process validation and user testing with the lab team during pilot runs
Collaborate with engineers across process, measurement, and IT functions throughout all project phases


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