SDE Intern

Internship details

We need a student who can write clean code, test it and explain what it does. Prior internships are not required. As an intern, you will:

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

2. Fix bugs from the Jira backlog, starting with small, well-defined tickets.

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

4. Present a short demo of your work to the team every two weeks.

5. Profile slow endpoints and suggest fixes, such as adding an index or caching a result.

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

7. Join the daily 15-minute standup on Google Meet and post a short written update in Slack

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

Skill(s) required: Node.js, Linux, SQL, JavaScript, English Proficiency (Written), Java, Git

Eligibility

1. Final-year students or fresh graduates of BSCS, BSSE, BBA or a related program

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

Stipend: PKR 105,000 to PKR 125,000 a month

Duration: 6 months | Start date: Within 2 weeks

Perks: Pre-placement offer (PPO) for strong performers, Informal dress code, Job offer on successful completion, Internet allowance, Mentorship from senior team members, Letter of recommendation

Number of openings: 2

About Parkside Interactive

Parkside Interactive operates consumer websites and apps used by tens of millions of people each month. Advertising, subscriptions and transaction fees each bring in a significant share of revenue. We started in 2004 and have grown to about 590 people. We ship small changes daily rather than big quarterly releases.

The posting will close once we have a strong shortlist.

Duration: 6 months. Start: Within 2 weeks.

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