About the Company

We are a stealth fintech startup focused on building core infrastructure that connects lending institutions with government systems and niche marketplaces. Our mission is to create the underlying rails that make lending faster, smarter, and more accessible. As an early-stage company, we prioritize ownership, real-world impact, and building scalable financial systems that can transform how credit flows across ecosystems.

Introduction

We are hiring a Backend Developer (Intern / SDE-1 Path) for a high-impact role within our engineering team. This opportunity is ideal for recent graduates or students graduating in 2026 who have hands-on experience building real-world applications. Unlike traditional internships, this role offers deep ownership, real product exposure, and the chance to work on production-grade backend systems.

Key Responsibilities

Backend Development

Design, develop, and maintain backend systems that power real-world financial products.
Build and manage scalable APIs used by internal and external systems.
Develop robust data models that ensure long-term reliability and scalability.

System Design & Problem Solving

Debug complex issues where root causes are not immediately obvious.
Work on system architecture and backend logic with a focus on performance and stability.
Ensure code quality, maintainability, and efficient system behavior.

Collaboration & Ownership

Take ownership of features from development to production deployment.
Collaborate with team members to improve product architecture and engineering practices.
Use AI tools effectively to enhance productivity without compromising problem-solving depth.

Required Qualifications

Recent graduate or graduating in 2026 in Computer Science or related field.
Hands-on experience shipping code that real users have interacted with.
Strong proficiency in Python and Django framework.
Experience working with PostgreSQL databases.
Ability to debug and solve complex backend issues.
Understanding of backend systems, APIs, and data modeling.
Demonstrated ownership mindset and persistence in problem-solving.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with AWS or cloud platforms.
Familiarity with FastAPI or similar frameworks.
Exposure to fintech systems, lending platforms, or financial data workflows.
Experience using AI development tools such as Copilot, Cursor, or Claude.

Why Join Us / Benefits

Competitive stipend of ₹40,000 – ₹50,000 per month.
Clear pathway to a full-time Software Development Engineer (SDE-1) role.
Work on real-world fintech infrastructure and credit systems.
Gain exposure to backend architecture, APIs, and scalable product design.
High ownership role in an early-stage startup environment.
Opportunity to build impactful systems that serve real users.