Software Engineer Intern

We operate two 24/7 network operations centres and a security operations centre, staffed in three shifts. We're looking for a Software Engineer 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. This role is fully remote within the UAE. Hours are flexible, with one short team call each morning.

You'll help with

• Profile slow endpoints and suggest fixes, such as adding an index or caching a result
• Add unit tests with pytest or Jest so new code does not lower coverage
• Pair with other engineers over screen share to work through tricky problems
• Update the README and internal Confluence pages when you change how something works
• Query and update data in PostgreSQL or MySQL, including simple migrations

You should be

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree, graduating 2028
• Eligible to work in the UAE
• Comfortable writing simple SQL queries (SELECT, JOIN, GROUP BY)
• Good grasp of at least one programming language: Python, Java, JavaScript or C++
• Own laptop with at least 8 GB RAM and a reliable internet connection

6 months, starting Jan 2027. Stipend: AED 8,300 - AED 11,000/month.

Perks: Paid public holidays, Flexible hours, Internet allowance, Mentorship, Letter of recommendation, Certificate of completion.

Duration: 6 months. Start: Jan 2027.

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