The Role:
As a Backend Developer Intern, you will work on building and optimizing the backbone of our applications. You’ll collaborate with the front-end team to design APIs, manage databases, and deploy secure, scalable backend services. This role offers the opportunity to learn, grow, and make an impactful contribution to product development in FinTech.
Key Responsibilities
- API Development & Integration: Design, implement, and maintain RESTful APIs using frameworks like Flask, FastAPI, or similar. Work closely with front-end teams to ensure seamless integration.
- Database Management: Manipulate, query, and optimize databases for high-performance data access, ensuring data integrity and security.
- Deployment & Testing: Deploy applications on cloud platforms like AWS, performing thorough testing to maintain reliability and security.
- Cloud Solutions: Utilize cloud resources for backend infrastructure and server management, including AWS or other similar services.
- Documentation & Collaboration: Maintain clear, concise documentation and communicate effectively across teams to support smooth workflows and development clarity.
- Basic Data Analytics (Preferred): Use foundational data analytics skills to interpret and work with data, enhancing data-driven decision-making in product development.
Requirements
- Proficiency in Python: Solid knowledge of Python, with experience building applications and handling backend workflows.
- Familiarity with Frameworks: Practical experience with frameworks like Flask, FastAPI, or similar, for designing RESTful APIs and server-side logic.
- API Integration & Testing: Understanding of RESTful API integration, including deployment, testing, and troubleshooting.
- Cloud Experience (AWS preferred): Basic knowledge of cloud services like AWS for deployment, server management, and scalability.
- Database Management: Hands-on experience with database manipulation, querying, and optimization.
- Communication & Documentation Skills: Ability to document processes clearly and communicate technical concepts effectively with team members.
Nice-to-Haves
- Basic knowledge of data analytics tools or libraries in Python (e.g., Pandas, NumPy).
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing practices.
- Awareness of security best practices and experience in deploying secure backend services.
- Prior experience with other backend technologies (e.g., Django, Node.js) is a plus.
What We Offer
- Mentorship from industry experts in FinTech and software development.
- Real-world experience in building scalable, secure backend solutions for FinTech applications.
- A collaborative, growth-oriented environment with opportunities to learn new skills.
- Opportunity for full-time placement based on performance.