Software/Systems Engineer - Intern

ABOUT US

We’re the world’s leading provider of secure financial messaging services, headquartered in Belgium. We are the way the world moves value - across borders, through cities and overseas. No other organisation can address the scale, precision, pace and trust that this demands, and we’re proud to support the global economy.

We’re unique too. We were established to find a better way for the global financial community to move value - a reliable, safe and secure approach that the community can trust, completely. We’re always striving to be better and are constantly evolving in an ever-changing landscape, without undermining that trust. Five decades on, our vibrant community reflects the complexity and diversity of the financial ecosystem. We innovate diligently, test exhaustively, then implement fast. In a connected and exciting era, our mission has never been more relevant. Swift now has a presence in 200+ countries and legal territories to serve a community of more than 12,000 banks and financial institutions.

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Intern Software/Systems Engineer to join the Swift Sanctions Testing (STS) team in Kuala Lumpur. This 6-month internship offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in software development, DevOps practices, cloud technologies, and Agile delivery while contributing to a business-critical application used by financial institutions worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a cross-functional Scrum team alongside experienced developers, testers, product managers, and technical leads.
• Assist in the development, testing, maintenance, and enhancement of software components within the STS product.
• Learn and contribute to Java-based application development under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Support the implementation of software features and bug fixes based on user stories and technical requirements.
• Assist in writing and maintaining automated tests to improve software quality and reliability.
• Learn software engineering best practices, including code reviews, version control, testing, and documentation.
• Gain exposure to CI/CD pipelines, automated deployments, and DevOps tooling.
• Support troubleshooting and analysis of issues in development and test environments.
• Collaborate with team members across Malaysia and Europe in a multicultural environment.
• Participate in technical discussions, knowledge-sharing sessions, and design walkthroughs.
• Contribute ideas for process improvements and continuously develop your technical skills throughout the internship.

Education

Required

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Basic knowledge of Java programming and object-oriented programming concepts.
• Understanding of software development fundamentals, including data structures and algorithms.
• Familiarity with version control systems such as Git.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Eagerness to learn new technologies and work in a collaborative environment.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).

Nice to Have

• Exposure to Java frameworks such as Spring Boot.
• Familiarity with automated testing frameworks such as JUnit.
• Basic knowledge of web technologies such as HTML, JavaScript, or REST APIs.
• Exposure to Linux/Unix environments and command-line tools.
• Basic understanding of cloud computing concepts, containers (Docker), or CI/CD practices.
• Experience with university projects involving software development.
• Interest in automation, scripting, or DevOps practices.
• Interest in financial technology and payment systems.

Experience

• No prior professional experience required.
• Relevant academic projects, coursework, personal projects, hackathons, or open-source contributions will be considered an advantage.

What we offer

We give you the freedom to be yourself. We are creating an environment of unique individuals - like you - with different perspectives on the financial industry and the world. A diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone’s voice counts and where you can reach your full potential.

We are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation related to accessibility during your application or interview, please contact [email protected] or indicate this in your application.

Please note that this mailbox is not monitored for general recruitment enquiries and should only be used for accessibility or accommodation-related requests (for example related to vision, hearing or neurodiversity).

All requests are confidential and will not affect your candidacy.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Swift, we are dedicated to building a workplace where people can bring their full selves and ideas to the team, so if you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single qualification.