Backend Developer Intern

FEZ Delivery Co.
FEZ Delivery Co.

Software Engineering · Full-time

Lagos, Nigeria

Posted 6+ months ago

Engineering

Backend Developer Intern

Lagos
Full-time
Hybrid

The Backend Developer Intern will help build and maintain the server-side logic, databases, and APIs that power our applications. Working alongside senior engineers, you will contribute to the core architecture of our products, ensuring high performance, scalability, and seamless integration with front-end elements. This role is designed for an aspiring engineer who is passionate about data structures, server logic, and building robust systems that solve complex problems.

Responsibilities

  • ●Develop and maintain server-side components and RESTful APIs to support web and mobile applications.
  • ●Collaborate with Front-End developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
  • ●Assist in optimizing database queries and managing data storage solutions for maximum speed and scalability.
  • ●Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code while participating in peer code reviews.
  • ●Help troubleshoot, debug, and patch backend issues to improve system reliability.

Required Skills & Competencies

  • ●Programming Skills: Foundational knowledge of backend languages such as Javascript, PHP/Laravel, MySQL
  • ●Database Knowledge: Basic understanding of relational (SQL) or non-relational (NoSQL) databases.
  • ●Logic & Algorithms: Strong grasp of data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming principles.
  • ●Version Control: Familiarity with Git and collaborative development workflows (GitHub/GitLab).
  • ●Attention to Detail: A disciplined approach to testing code and ensuring security best practices.