Software Development Intern

About the 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. Refactor old modules when asked, keeping behaviour the same.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Who should apply

1. Own a laptop and have stable internet at home, ideally with a UPS backup

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

Stipend: PKR 85,000 to PKR 110,000 a month (fixed)

Duration: 2 months | Start date: Within 2 weeks

Perks: Pre-placement offer (PPO) for strong performers, 5 days a week, Mentorship from senior team members, Flexible work hours, Certificate

Number of openings: 4

About Mississauga Data Systems

Clients rely on us for laptop setup, Intune enrolment, backup monitoring and after-hours help when something breaks. Based in Mississauga, Mississauga Data Systems also runs a small colocation rack for clients who want local backups. We started in 2005 and have grown to about 70 people. Lunch is usually whatever is closest to the client site.

Please mention your notice period and expected salary.

Duration: 2 months. Start: Within 2 weeks.

Demo job created on 11jobs for testing and demonstrations. It is not an actual opening at Mississauga Data Systems.