Backend Engineering Intern

Harrowside is a 14-person software shop in Charlotte. We're looking for a Backend Engineering Intern. 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. Remote, open to candidates across the US. We talk mostly in Slack and hop on quick calls when something needs discussing.

You'll help with

• Update the README and internal Confluence pages when you change how something works.
• Raise pull requests on GitHub and respond to code review comments within a day.
• Write and test backend features in Python or Node.js under the guidance of a senior developer.
• Profile slow endpoints and suggest fixes, such as adding an index or caching a result.
• Join the daily 15-minute standup on Google Meet and post a short written update in Slack.

About you

• Based in the US for the duration of the internship.
• Authorized to work in the US. CPT and OPT candidates are welcome to apply.
• Comfortable writing simple SQL queries (SELECT, JOIN, GROUP BY)
• Some experience with Git, even if only on college or personal projects.
• Able to communicate clearly in written English on Slack and in pull requests.

10-12 weeks, starting Summer 2027. Stipend: $38.50 - $50.50/hr.

Perks: Flexible hours, Company laptop, Return offer opportunities, Home office setup stipend, Learning and development stipend, Paid company holidays.

This position requires a background check.

Duration: 10-12 weeks. Start: Summer 2027.

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