Overview
This backend engineering internship places you within Shopee’s Marketplace Order Operations team, where core order systems that connect millions of buyers and sellers are built and scaled. You will work alongside experienced engineers to develop reliable backend services that support Shopee’s fast-growing e-commerce platform across multiple markets.
What You'll Get Out of This Internship
- Hands-on exposure to real production backend systems used at regional scale
- Practical experience working with experienced engineers and product managers
- Deeper understanding of how large e-commerce platforms handle orders and traffic
- Opportunity to strengthen your backend coding and system design skills
- A strong internship experience to showcase in your engineering portfolio
Key Responsibilities
- Build and improve backend services that power order-related platform features
- Turn product requirements into technical solutions that support business goals
- Contribute ideas during system design discussions and technical planning sessions
- Implement backend logic that is reliable, scalable, and easy to maintain
- Help identify and fix performance or logic issues in existing services
- Test and refine backend features to ensure smooth user experiences
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver well-rounded solutions
Requirements
- Currently studying Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline
- Comfortable coding in at least one backend language like Java, Python, Go, or C++
- Understands basic computer science concepts such as data structures and databases
- Enjoys solving problems and figuring out how systems work
- Communicates clearly and works well both independently and in a team
- Curious, motivated, and willing to learn in a fast-paced environment
Who This Internship Is Ideal For
This role is best suited for students who enjoy backend development and want exposure to large-scale systems in a fast-moving tech company.
About the Company
Shopee is a leading e-commerce platform across Southeast Asia and Taiwan, offering users a seamless online shopping experience supported by strong logistics and payment solutions. Launched in Singapore, Shopee is part of Sea Group, a regional leader in digital services spanning commerce, entertainment, and finance.
Internship Details
Location: Singapore
Duration: Not specified
Commitment: Full-time
Working Arrangement: Onsite / Hybrid
Stipend: Not specified
Application Deadline: Rolling applications
