C++ Software Engineer Intern, RippleX Core Ledger (Summer 2026)
Ripple is building a world where value moves like information does today, improving the global financial system through innovative crypto solutions. As a Software Engineer Intern in RippleX, you will contribute to maintaining the XRP Ledger's technical standards while developing solutions to support the global digital economy. Responsibilities Increase the capabilities, performance, scalability, and reliability of the XRPL Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including architecture, design, development, bug fixing, as well as functional and performance validations Engage with the open-source XRP ledger community, promoting quality in coding, testing, and deployment Actively participate in code reviews to maintain the quality of our codebase Skills Currently enrolled in an Undergraduate, or Graduate or an equivalent degree, preferably in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field Available to work for 12 weeks during Summer 2026, beginning in May or June Intent to return to the degree-program after completing the internship Experience with hands-on software development using C++ Strong interest or foundational experience in backend systems development, preferably distributed systems, concurrency and multithreading Passion for blockchain technology and its potential benefits Ability to learn new technologies and languages quickly Ability to solve highly complex problems with creative solutions Benefits Competitive salary, bonuses, and equity Competitive benefits that cover physical and mental healthcare, retirement, family forming, and family support Employee giving match Mobile phone stipend R&R days so you can rest and recharge Generous wellness reimbursement and weekly onsite & virtual programming Generous vacation policy - work with your manager to take time off when you need it Industry-leading parental leave policies. Family planning benefits. Catered lunches, fully-stocked kitchens with premium snacks/beverages, and plenty of fun events Company Overview Ripple is a provider of stablecoin-powered cross-border payments and digital asset custody solutions. It was founded in 2012, and is headquartered in San Francisco, California, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is