Navigating the Dev World: A Software Engineering Intern’s Perspective

Today, we’re excited to welcome Eddy Jaibun to share more about his experience as a Software Engineering intern during his university summer break from May 2024 to August 2024!

So, Eddy, what was it about igloo that interested you?

I've always been curious about the fast-paced and dynamic environment of a startup. It was through several networking events that I got to know Anthony, the CEO and co-founder of igloo.

Anthony caught my attention with his enthusiasm and humor when sharing stories about his startup journey. His passion was contagious, which sparked my interest in learning more about the igloo and its projects.

Learning about igloo's core values and the igloohomie experience on the igloocompany website made the community feel friendly, fun, and genuine. I was excited about the prospect of working in a healthy startup environment that shows huge potential for global growth.

Debugging with my manager, Chandra!

What did you do during your internship? How was your experience?

I worked as an intern in the Software Department, primarily focusing on security engineering-related tasks to support the organization’s security posture. Chandra, my supervisor, provided many learning opportunities and the freedom to explore different aspects of working in the engineering team. 

Once I familiarized myself with most of our products, I performed pen-testing and security assessments of our software and hardware solutions. I documented recommended fixes, updated the team on security practices, and carried out necessary security patches. Additionally, I contributed to improving the CI/CD pipeline by providing solutions for detecting vulnerabilities and weaknesses within the codebase, dependencies, and deployment processes.

I also had the chance to test our locks, which was a fresh and thrilling experience. I had a blast experimenting with NFC sniffing and spoofing hardware to try and break different digital locks. Beyond these duties, I engaged in product research, codebase fixes, and automation scripting. 

Whenever in doubt, it was simple for me to get in touch with any team member, whether in person or virtually, if I had any questions or concerns. They never lost their friendly and helpful manner, which made me feel comfortable asking them questions—even the ones that might have seemed silly

I also had the chance to join some of the company's events, well-being sharing sessions, celebrate Eco Day, and even play pickleball with the team. I had an amazing time at igloo. Everyone that I had the chance to talk to was really approachable and friendly. 

How has this experience contributed to your professional growth?

My internship at igloo significantly enhanced my professional growth. I was free to test different services and unfamiliar task, which helped me gain invaluable hands-on experience in security engineering and deepened my understanding of real-world security challenges.

Beyond technical skills, interning at igloo fostered my ability to collaborate effectively within a global team. Communicating with colleagues from another country enhanced my ability to navigate diverse perspectives. I learned the importance of clear and concise communication in achieving shared goals.

Pickleball session with the team!

What was your favourite thing about working at igloo? :)

I absolutely loved the company culture at igloo. The work hours are flexible, and my colleagues are approachable and understanding, which creates a supportive and enjoyable work environment. I also appreciated the opportunity to explore new ideas and take part in fun team-building activities. :)