Opportunity brief
About Us:
- We are building a buyer-seller marketplace – a trusted, curated platform for unique pre-owned goods. Backed by industry veterans who have scaled successful tech companies, we are a fast-moving startup using cutting-edge technology. You won't just be an intern here – you'll ship real code, learn from leaders, and help shape production systems from Day 1.
Role Overview:
- We are looking for a passionate Backend Engineer Intern who wants to learn by building. You will work directly with our Lead Engineer to develop APIs, integrate third-party services, and maintain databases. This is a hands-on, mentorship-heavy role with real-world impact.
Tech Stack You'll Learn & Work With:
- Language: Python
- Framework: Litestar/FastAPI
- Database: PostgreSQL
- Caching: Redis
- Search: Elasticsearch, Opensearch, Weaviate
- Observability: EFK Stack, Sentry, Firebase
- SMS (OTP Login): MTalkz, Gupshup, Msg91 (DLT:Airtel)
- Payments: Easebuzz, Razorpay, PhonePe
- Analytics: GA4, Clarity, Firebase, Vexo
- AI/Data: Multi-agent systems, CV/ViT models (for content moderation)
What You'll Do:
- Build APIs for user listing, product discovery, and transactions.
- Integrate OTP-based login using SMS providers (MTalkz/Gupshup).
- Work with PostgreSQL & Redis – write queries, manage schemas, implement caching.
- Assist in search optimization using Elasticsearch/OpenSearch/Weaviate.
- Learn observability – set up logging with EFK and error tracking with Sentry.
- Collaborate on payments – integrate Razorpay/PhonePe/Easebuzz.
- Support AI pipelines – help with multi-agent systems and content moderation (CV/ViT).
- Document everything – APIs, setup guides, learnings.
What We're Looking For:
Must-Have:
- Pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's in CS/IT related field.
- Strong grasp of Python (Django/Flask/FastAPI experience is a plus; Litestar interest is welcome).
- Basic understanding of SQL
- Know what REST APIs are and have built at least one.
- Hunger to learn, ask questions, and ship quickly.
- Self-discipline to work in a remote/flexible setup.
Good to Have:
- Familiarity with Redis, Elasticsearch, or any search engine.
- Exposure to cloud services (AWS, or GCP).
- Interest in AI/ML (even academic projects).
- A GitHub profile with some backend code (college projects count).
What You'll Gain:
- Real-world startup experience – not coffee-fetching, real coding.
- Mentorship from industry veterans – the founders have built and scaled companies.
- Portfolio-ready work – your code will be in production.
- Path to full-time – high performers get a PPO (Pre-Placement Offer).
- ️ Learn the latest stack – no outdated tech, no legacy codebases.
- Remote-first culture – no commute, no forced timings.
Work Timings & Mode (We're Flexible!):
We understand you may be a student, freelancer, or someone juggling multiple commitments. That's why we offer:
- Flexible Working Hours – No 9-to-9 grind. Work when you're most productive. Just sync up during core collaboration hours and meet weekly goals.
- Remote First – Work from home, a café, or a co-working space. As long as you have a stable internet connection, you're good.
- Hybrid Option – If you're in the same locality and prefer occasional in-person sessions (brainstorming, whiteboarding, or just chai), you're welcome.
- Async Culture – We document everything. Meetings are minimal and scheduled with notice.
"We care about what you ship, not how many hours you sit at a desk."
Commitment to Inclusivity & Equal Opportunity:
- We are deeply committed to building an inclusive workplace where individuals from all walks of life feel a true sense of belonging. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and life experiences. All applicants are treated fairly and evaluated solely on talent, merit, and a passion for brand-building excellence—without regard to race, age, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic.