Software Engineer Trainee

Our content library includes over 20,000 courses in 15 languages. We're looking for a Software Engineer Trainee. The intern will work on internal tools and APIs used by our support and operations staff. Daily standup on Google Meet, everything else async on Slack. Remote internship with a team based in London. The stipend is paid at the end of each month. Working hours overlap with UK business hours. Reliable internet and a power backup are a must.

The work:

Write and test backend features in Python or Node.js under the guidance of a senior developer. Debug failing builds in the GitHub Actions pipeline and note what caused them. Present a short demo of your work to the team every two weeks. Build REST API endpoints and document them in Postman or Swagger. Profile slow endpoints and suggest fixes, such as adding an index or caching a result.

You should be:

Are able to join within 15 days. Women starting or restarting their careers are encouraged to apply. Must be able to overlap at least 4 hours a day with the team's working hours. Basic understanding of data structures, OOP and how HTTP requests work. Able to communicate clearly in written English on Slack and in pull requests.

6 months, starting immediately. Stipend: $500 to $650/month.

Perks: Internet allowance, Certificate, Pre-placement offer (PPO) for strong performers, Informal dress code.

Please submit your CV in English.

Duration: 6 months. Start: Immediately.

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