Research Intern – Software Quality
Research Intern
As an intern you work for the R&D department of SIG. Under the supervision of SIG researchers, you carry out research to solve problems (both technical and non-technical) in the area of software quality. Solution to these problems must be both practical and scientifically sound. You will be working on your thesis related to the measurement of software quality.
Research Intern – Software Quality
- You explore and validate metrics that might be useful indicators of software quality. Research questions include:
- How to design SOA systems in order to ensure they deliver value to the business?
- How to assess the quality of software architecture document? What is the cost and benefits of modeling software architecture?
- What is the relation between software quality and maintenance productivity?
You will have weekly research meetings with our seasoned research team and Chief Research Officer (who also holds a position as a professor and is a member of the Board). Off course you have your own Mentor assigned, assisting and coaching you on all aspects of the internship and making sure your experience at SIG is of high value. Next tot that we actively involve you in our product development initiatives, from the initiation phase through implementation and all aspects that come with it.
Other research topics of your internship can be 'Security by Design' or 'Green IT'. We are always willing to work with you on new ideas.
- Bachelor or Master Student in Information Technology or Business
- Strong analytical skills
- Ability to delve into specific details and exhibit abstraction skills
- Some experience with software development is an advantage but no prerequisite
- Affinity with the internship topic
Typically internship projects last for six months. In a few case this is adjusted to meet project requirements. There is also a summer internship program for two months (in July and August) targeted to practical or well-defined problems. You will be based in Amsterdam. Please note that we do not support any relocation facilities or cover any relocation or travel expenses outside of the Netherlands.
Our multidisciplinary environment offers versatile and challenging assignments. We have a flat organizational structure and good working conditions.
SIG is a management consultancy that focuses on software-related challenges. SIG provides management with fact-based insight into their current IT situation, along with razor-sharp, pragmatic and highly actionable recommendations on how to improve on that situation. We know how to govern software projects effectively, when to invest in quality improvement, how to rationalise, and how to control cost. By consolidating low-level technical analysis and high-level financial analysis we make sure our recommendations are the best fit for your specific business needs.
Applications (cv and motivational letter) can be sent to:
Software Improvement Group B.V.