About the role#
As a software engineering intern at Branch International, you will work closely with experienced engineers for a period of 4-6 months. You will contribute to our products and codebase while gaining practical experience in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. We value bottom-up innovation and empower team members to propose solutions to complex challenges.
What you'll do#
- Brainstorm, design, code, debug, and ship features that serve millions of customers.
- Build functionality for new and existing product lines, including credit, payments, KYC, and data platforms.
- Integrate with third-party systems such as payment providers, identity services, and messaging platforms.
- Make significant contributions to the product and the underlying codebase.
What you'll need#
- Experience building applications beyond toy projects, such as real-world applications or open-source contributions.
- A solid foundation in computer science fundamentals, including distributed systems and data storage.
- Proficiency in at least one mainstream programming language, such as Python, Ruby, Java, or Kotlin.
- Familiarity with Unix environments and command-line utilities.
- Strong communication skills and an entrepreneurial mindset, with the ability to take initiative and collaborate effectively within a team.
Location & details#
- Role: Software Engineer Intern
- Modality: Remote
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Compensation: Paid internship
- Term: Rolling
- Academic Backgrounds: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Cybersecurity, or Business Administration
About Branch International
Branch International is a financial services company founded in 2015. It focuses on providing banking resources to the mobile generation in emerging markets. The company maintains offices in San Francisco, Lagos, Nairobi, Mumbai, and Bangalore. It employs between 51 and 200 people. The firm uses data science to reduce the cost of financial services for its users.
How to get in at Branch International
Securing an internship at Branch International requires speed and direct communication. Because the company receives many applications, Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published anywhere, so you apply among the first, as early applicants get seen before the pile grows. You should focus your resume on your technical skills and interest in financial services for emerging markets. Intern Insider surfaces the recruiters behind the company's roles so you can reach out directly to ask about the role or a referral, which materially improves response rates. Do not hesitate to use these connections to demonstrate your interest in their specific mission.
