Backend Developer
San Francisco, CA · Remote
Minimum 8+ (will take 4-5) years of post-internship, full-time, hands-on, professional software ... Familiarity with software engineering best practices such as unit/integration/end-to-end testing ...
San Francisco, CA · Remote
Minimum 8+ (will take 4-5) years of post-internship, full-time, hands-on, professional software ... Familiarity with software engineering best practices such as unit/integration/end-to-end testing ...
San Francisco, CA · Remote
Minimum 8+ (will take 4-5) years of post-internship, full-time, hands-on, professional software ... Familiarity with software engineering best practices such as unit/integration/end-to-end testing ...
San Francisco, CA · Remote
Minimum 8+ (will take 4-5) years of post-internship, full-time, hands-on, professional software ... Familiarity with software engineering best practices such as unit/integration/end-to-end testing ...
San Francisco, CA · Remote
Minimum 8+ (will take 4-5) years of post-internship, full-time, hands-on, professional software ... Familiarity with software engineering best practices such as unit/integration/end-to-end testing ...
Redwood City, CA · On-site
... backend features, from design to implementation to release • ... Mentor junior engineers and interns • Promote best practices and high-quality development ...
Redwood City, CA · On-site
... backend features, from design to implementation to release • ... Mentor junior engineers and interns • Promote best practices and high-quality development ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$150K - $250K/yr
At least 2 years of full time professional, non-internship experience in full-stack or backend engineering * Experience with backend development (Python, Go) * Strong code quality habits (testing ...
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San Francisco, CA · On-site
$150K - $250K/yr
At least 2 years of full time professional, non-internship experience in full-stack or backend engineering * Experience with backend development (Python, Go) * Strong code quality habits (testing ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$150K - $250K/yr
At least 2 years of full time professional, non-internship experience in full-stack or backend engineering * Experience with backend development (Python, Go) * Strong code quality habits (testing ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$150K - $250K/yr
At least 2 years of full time professional, non-internship experience in full-stack or backend engineering * Experience with backend development (Python, Go) * Strong code quality habits (testing ...
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience). * 0-2 years of professional experience in backend development (internships ...
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience). * 0-2 years of professional experience in backend development (internships ...
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience). * 0-2 years of professional experience in backend development (internships ...
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience). * 0-2 years of professional experience in backend development (internships ...
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience). * 0-2 years of professional experience in backend development (internships ...
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Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience). * 0-2 years of professional experience in backend development (internships ...
We are seeking interns who will thrive in a startup culture working alongside teammates to launch ... As an intern working with the Backend Engineering team, you will have opportunities to work across ...
We are seeking interns who will thrive in a startup culture working alongside teammates to launch ... As an intern working with the Backend Engineering team, you will have opportunities to work across ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$230 - $385/hr
Build with scale and maintainability in mind, while rapidly iterating on new ideas Qualifications * 4+ years of backend engineering experience at product‑driven companies (excluding internships)
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$230 - $385/hr
Build with scale and maintainability in mind, while rapidly iterating on new ideas Qualifications * 4+ years of backend engineering experience at product‑driven companies (excluding internships)
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$125K - $200K/yr
Prior internships in AI, backend, or infrastructure engineering * Previously been one of the first 10 hires at startup * Personal projects that show initiative, creativity, and independent thinking
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$125K - $200K/yr
Prior internships in AI, backend, or infrastructure engineering * Previously been one of the first 10 hires at startup * Personal projects that show initiative, creativity, and independent thinking
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$110 - $170/hr
Nice to have Prior internships in AI, backend, or infrastructure engineering Previously been one of the first 10 hires at startup Personal projects that show initiative, creativity, and independent ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$110 - $170/hr
Nice to have Prior internships in AI, backend, or infrastructure engineering Previously been one of the first 10 hires at startup Personal projects that show initiative, creativity, and independent ...
Redwood City, CA · On-site
$205K - $240K/yr
Mentor junior engineers and interns * Promote best practices and high-quality development ... with backend APIs, services, and platform development * Rich development experience with Java ...
Redwood City, CA · On-site
$205K - $240K/yr
Mentor junior engineers and interns * Promote best practices and high-quality development ... with backend APIs, services, and platform development * Rich development experience with Java ...
Redwood City, CA · On-site
Mentor junior engineers and interns * Promote best practices and high-quality development ... with backend APIs, services, and platform development * Rich development experience with Java ...
Redwood City, CA · On-site
Mentor junior engineers and interns * Promote best practices and high-quality development ... with backend APIs, services, and platform development * Rich development experience with Java ...
$205K - $240K/yr
Mentor junior engineers and interns * Promote best practices and high-quality development ... with backend APIs, services, and platform development * Rich development experience with Java ...
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$205K - $240K/yr
Mentor junior engineers and interns * Promote best practices and high-quality development ... with backend APIs, services, and platform development * Rich development experience with Java ...
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$150K - $273K/yr
... Engineer, you'll help build and evolve the core backend systems that power Prophet's platform ... Demonstrated experience building software through academic, internship, research, open-source, or ...
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$150K - $273K/yr
... Engineer, you'll help build and evolve the core backend systems that power Prophet's platform ... Demonstrated experience building software through academic, internship, research, open-source, or ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$176K - $226K/yr
You will work across the stack, from reliable backend services and APIs to intuitive applications ... Qualifications: * 1-4 years of software engineering experience (post-internship). * Proven ability ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$176K - $226K/yr
You will work across the stack, from reliable backend services and APIs to intuitive applications ... Qualifications: * 1-4 years of software engineering experience (post-internship). * Proven ability ...
San Jose, CA · On-site
$128K - $256K/yr
... programming languages such as Golang, Python, Java, or C++, with a good understanding of data ... Preferred Qualifications: - Internship, project, or research experience in backend development ...
San Jose, CA · On-site
$128K - $256K/yr
... programming languages such as Golang, Python, Java, or C++, with a good understanding of data ... Preferred Qualifications: - Internship, project, or research experience in backend development ...
You will work across the stack, from reliable backend services and APIs to intuitive applications ... Qualifications: * 1-4 years of software engineering experience (post-internship). * Proven ability ...
You will work across the stack, from reliable backend services and APIs to intuitive applications ... Qualifications: * 1-4 years of software engineering experience (post-internship). * Proven ability ...
San Jose, CA · On-site
$128K - $256K/yr
Preferred Qualifications - Hands-on software engineering experience through internships, research, open-source contributions, coding competitions, or relevant projects. - Experience with backend ...
San Jose, CA · On-site
$128K - $256K/yr
Preferred Qualifications - Hands-on software engineering experience through internships, research, open-source contributions, coding competitions, or relevant projects. - Experience with backend ...
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A Backend Developer Internship is a temporary, hands-on learning opportunity for students or entry-level developers to gain experience in backend development. Interns typically work with databases, APIs, and server-side logic using languages like Python, Java, or Node.js. They collaborate with senior developers to build, optimize, and maintain backend systems. This internship helps develop technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and an understanding of industry best practices.
Backend Developer Interns often collaborate with experienced engineers to help design, develop, and maintain server-side logic, databases, and APIs. Common tasks include writing code for backend services, participating in code reviews, testing and debugging features, and assisting with database queries or schema updates. Interns may also be involved in integrating third-party services, automating system processes, and learning about best practices in software development. This hands-on experience helps interns build practical skills and gain insight into how production systems operate, preparing them for more advanced developer roles in the future.
To thrive as a Backend Developer Intern, you need a foundational understanding of server-side programming languages (such as Python, Java, or Node.js), databases, and algorithms, often supported by coursework in computer science or a related field. Experience with version control systems like Git and familiarity with API development and frameworks are common technical requirements. Strong problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and a willingness to learn help interns integrate smoothly within development teams. These skills are crucial for building reliable backend services, collaborating with peers, and adapting quickly to new technologies and workplace expectations.
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11 - 50 Employees
Newark, NJ, US
2018