Backend Intern

Backend Intern

Key Responsibilities:

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  Assist in developing and maintaining backend services and APIs

  
  


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  Write clean, scalable, and efficient code under the guidance of senior engineers

  
  


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  Work with databases for data storage, retrieval, and optimization

  
  


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  Support the integration of third-party APIs and services

  
  


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  Participate in debugging, testing, and troubleshooting backend applications

  
  


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  Contribute to system design discussions and backend architecture improvements

  
  


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  Collaborate with frontend developers and cross-functional teams to build product features

  
  


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  Help monitor application performance and resolve technical issues

  
  


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  Follow coding standards, documentation practices, and version control processes

  
  

Required Skills:

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  Strong understanding of programming fundamentals and data structures

  
  


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  Proficiency in at least one backend programming language (Python, Java, Node.js etc.)

  
  


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  Basic knowledge of SQL and relational databases

  
  


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  Understanding of REST APIs and web application architecture

  
  


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  Familiarity with Git and version control systems

  
  


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  Problem-solving mindset and willingness to learn new technologies

  
  

Good to Have:

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  Experience with backend frameworks such as Django, Flask, Spring Boot, Express.js, or FastAPI

  
  


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  Knowledge of NoSQL databases like MongoDB

  
  


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  Understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)

  
  


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  Familiarity with Docker, CI/CD pipelines, or microservices architecture

  
  


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  Academic or personal projects involving backend development

  
  


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  Basic understanding of authentication, security, and API best practices