Backend Developer Intern

Altheory Technologies Pvt Ltd; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 1,800 - 2,900; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Paid sick time

Paid time off

Work from home

Job summary

Altheory Technologies Pvt. Ltd. is seeking a Backend Developer Intern to join the ClusterHR HRMS product team. You will help build scalable backend APIs, work on RESTful services, and contribute to database design and security while collaborating with a cross-functional team.

The internship offers exposure to real-world backend architecture, features for HRMS modules, and potential for a full-time opportunity based on performance.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or completed degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Freshers with relevant technical knowledge and project experience are encouraged to apply.
• GitHub projects, personal projects, or coursework will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance backend APIs and services for ClusterHR.
• Collaborate with the team to implement new features and improve existing functionality.
• Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs.
• Write clean, reusable, well-documented code.
• Work with databases to design schemas, write queries, and optimize performance.
• Assist in HRMS modules like Employee Management, Attendance, Leave, and Payroll.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve bugs and issues; participate in reviews and testing.
• Ensure data security, validation, and performance; collaborate with frontend and QA teams.

Skills

Node.js

Python

Java

PHP

REST APIs

SQL (MySQL/PostgreSQL)

Git

OOP concepts

API security

Problem-solving

Team player

Education

Pursuing or completed CS/IT degree

Tools

Express.js

MongoDB

PostgreSQL

JWT authentication

AWS

Job description

Job Description – Backend Developer Intern

Company: Altheory Technologies Pvt. Ltd.

Product: ClusterHR – Human Resource Management System (HRMS)

• Job Type: Internship
• Department: Software Development
• Location: Bhubaneswar / Remote (as applicable)
• Duration: 3–6 Months

About ClusterHR

ClusterHR is a comprehensive HRMS platform designed to simplify and automate HR operations, including employee management, attendance, leave, payroll, recruitment, performance management, and employee engagement.

We are looking for a motivated Backend Developer Intern to join our development team and contribute to building scalable, secure, and efficient backend services for our HRMS platform.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance backend APIs and services for the ClusterHR platform.
• Work with the development team to implement new features and improve existing functionalities.
• Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs.
• Write clean, efficient, reusable, and well-documented code.
• Work with databases to design schemas, write queries, and optimize performance.
• Assist in implementing business logic for HRMS modules such as Employee Management, Attendance, Leave, and Payroll.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve bugs and technical issues.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and debugging activities.
• Ensure data security, validation, and application performance.
• Collaborate with frontend developers, QA engineers, and product teams.

Required Skills

• Basic knowledge of backend programming languages such as Node.js, Python, Java, or PHP.
• Understanding of REST APIs and backend application development.
• Basic knowledge of SQL databases such as MySQL or PostgreSQL.
• Familiarity with Git and version control.
• Understanding of object-oriented programming concepts.
• Basic knowledge of authentication, authorization, and API security.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and work in a team environment.

Preferred Skills

• Hands-on experience with Node.js and Express.js.
• Knowledge of MongoDB or PostgreSQL.
• Familiarity with JWT authentication.
• Understanding of cloud platforms such as AWS.
• Exposure to HRMS, ERP, or SaaS application development.

Eligibility

• Pursuing or recently completed a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Freshers with relevant technical knowledge and project experience are encouraged to apply.
• Candidates with personal projects, academic projects, or GitHub contributions will be preferred.

What We Offer

• Practical experience working on a real-world HRMS SaaS product.
• Opportunity to work with experienced developers.
• Exposure to backend architecture, API development, and database management.
• Hands-on experience with live product development.
• Mentorship and learning opportunities.
• Potential for a full-time employment opportunity based on performance.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Work from home

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Rasulgarh, Bhubaneswar, Odisha