Backend Development Intern

About the work from home internship

This is a hands-on coding internship. Most of the work is in Python and Node.js, with some SQL and a bit of shell scripting. As an intern, you will:

1. Query and update data in PostgreSQL or MySQL, including simple migrations

2. Update the README and internal Confluence pages when you change how something works

3. Pair with other engineers over screen share to work through tricky problems

4. Write and test backend features in Python or Node.js under the guidance of a senior developer

5. Raise pull requests on GitHub and respond to code review comments within a day

6. Add unit tests with pytest or Jest so new code does not lower coverage.

7. Debug failing builds in the GitHub Actions pipeline and note what caused them.

Skill(s) required: Node.js, English Proficiency (Written), Python, Java, Linux, Git, REST API

Eligibility

1. Own laptop and a reliable internet connection

2. Available for at least 30 hours a week from home

3. Based anywhere in Bangladesh

Stipend: BDT 42,000 to BDT 49,000 a month + incentives

Duration: 3 months

Start date: Immediately

Perks: Letter of recommendation, Laptop provided for the internship, Performance bonus, Mentorship from senior team members, Internet allowance, Job offer on successful completion

Number of openings: 2

About Oxbowthread Software

Oxbowthread Software employs 720 people across engineering hubs in Chicago and three other locations, building ERP software for mid-market manufacturers. Headquartered in Chicago since 2001, the company now sells in 40 countries and supports customers in 11 languages. Most engineers work remotely and come into the office one week a quarter for planning.

Duration: 3 months. Start: Immediately.

Demo job created on 11jobs for testing and demonstrations. It is not an actual opening at Oxbowthread Software.