Internship

Software Engineer Intern

Android-Summer 2024

Posted on 1/17/2024

MyFitnessPal

MyFitnessPal

201-500 employees

Digital health platform for fitness tracking

Compensation Overview

$25/hr

Remote in USA

This position offers the flexibility to work remotely from any state in which the company has operations within the continental U.S. Additionally, there are opportunities to meet and connect with team members in person, with the option to work in the vibrant Austin, TX office if preferred.

Category
Android Development
Mobile Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Kotlin
Data Structures & Algorithms
Java
Android Development
Requirements
  • Current, full-time college student with at least one academic term remaining following an internship
  • Passion for software development
  • Basic software development experience in Java or Kotlin
  • Good communication skills
Responsibilities
  • Shipping production changes to the MyFitnessPal Android application
  • Working collaboratively with professional software engineers
  • Participating with cross functional Project Teams during the Software Development Lifecycle
Desired Qualifications
  • Android Development experience
  • Knowledge of data structures and algorithms

MyFitnessPal is a digital health and fitness platform that helps users achieve their weight loss and wellness goals through a mobile app and website. Users can track their calorie intake, monitor exercise, and access personalized meal plans, along with articles on nutrition and fitness. The platform operates on a freemium model, offering basic features for free and premium subscriptions for advanced tools and content. MyFitnessPal aims to support a diverse range of clients, from beginners to seasoned athletes, in their health and fitness journeys.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$838M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2005

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Recent acquisition of Intent enhances personalized meal planning capabilities.
  • New features like Voice Log simplify and streamline nutrition tracking for users.
  • Partnership with ABC Fitness expands MyFitnessPal's reach and user engagement.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from free fitness apps could erode MyFitnessPal's market share.
  • Privacy concerns may deter potential users from using the app.
  • User dissatisfaction with premium pricing could lead to subscription decline.

What makes MyFitnessPal unique

  • MyFitnessPal offers a comprehensive database for nutrition tracking, enhancing user experience.
  • The app integrates gamification elements, motivating users to achieve their health goals.
  • MyFitnessPal's community-driven approach fosters user engagement and support.

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Benefits

Remote work flexibility

Physical office in Austin, TX

Annual, in-person company retreats

Company paid lunches & working sessions

Flexible time-off policy + flexible working hours (Unlimited PTO Plan)

Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Safe Harbor 401K program

parental leave

Monthly Wellness Allowance

Reward & recognition platform

MyFitnessPal Premium

Modern Virtual Learning and Development Library

DEI Committee

Company News

Athletech News
Mar 12th, 2025
MyFitnessPal & ABC Fitness Team To Improve Gym Success

In addition to its partnership with MyFitnessPal, ABC Fitness has unveiled a new suite of solutions designed to help fitness businesses drive growth and engagement.

PR Newswire
Mar 5th, 2025
Amit Patel Joins MyFitnessPal as Chief Revenue Officer, Advertising

NEW YORK, March 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - MyFitnessPal, the no. 1 global nutrition and food tracking app, today announced that it has appointed Amit Patel as Chief Revenue Officer, Advertising.

PR Newswire
Feb 26th, 2025
Myfitnesspal Unveils Its 2025 Winter Release

New and innovative app features empower members with tools and guidance to simplify nutrition tracking and build sustainable healthy habitsNEW YORK, Feb. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- MyFitnessPal, the no. 1 global nutrition and food tracking app, today announced its 2025 Winter Release, a suite of new features and updates empowering members to build healthier habits and achieve their goals—all designed to make tracking easier and more effective for real life. With the 2025 Winter Release, MyFitnessPal members benefit from:

Adweek
Feb 19th, 2025
MyFitnessPal Hires Grubhub's Marnie Boyer as CMO

MyFitnessPal hires Grubhub's Marnie Boyer as CMO.

PR Newswire
Feb 12th, 2025
MyFitnessPal Announces Acquisition of Intent, Revolutionizing Personalized Meal Planning for Members

/PRNewswire/ -- MyFitnessPal, the no. 1 global nutrition and food tracking app, announces the successful acquisition of Intent, a personalized meal planning...

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