Fullstack Intern

About the role

We are looking for a Full Stack Engineering Intern to join our Engineering team at Alaan, with a strong focus on backend development.

You’ll work alongside our engineers to build and improve production features across our platform, primarily using Node.js and JavaScript/TypeScript, while also getting exposure to frontend development using React.js and Next.js.

This is a hands-on engineering role where you’ll learn how real-world products are designed, built, shipped, and maintained in a fast-moving startup environment.

What you'll do

• Backend Development: Build and improve backend services and application logic using Node.js, Express.js, and NestJS.
• API Development: Develop and integrate RESTful APIs connecting different parts of our platform.
• Database Management: Work with relational databases, SQL queries, schemas, and data models.
• Frontend Development: Contribute to frontend features using React.js and Next.js when required.
• Debugging & Problem Solving: Investigate bugs, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to improving application reliability.
• Code Quality: Write clean and maintainable code while learning engineering best practices through code reviews.
• Product Development: Collaborate with engineers, Product Managers, and other team members to take features from requirements to production.
• Learning & Ownership: Take ownership of smaller features and gradually work on more complex engineering problems as you grow.

What we are looking for

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Good understanding of JavaScript/TypeScript and programming fundamentals.
• Hands-on exposure to Node.js through internships, projects, coursework, or personal development.
• Familiarity with Node.js frameworks such as Express.js or NestJS.
• Basic understanding of REST APIs and backend application development.
• Familiarity with SQL and relational databases such as PostgreSQL or MySQL.
• Some exposure to React.js and/or Next.js for frontend development.
• Familiarity with Git and version control.
• Strong problem-solving fundamentals and willingness to learn unfamiliar technologies.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, asking questions, receiving feedback, and taking ownership.
• Previous internships, meaningful personal projects, open-source contributions, or experience building and deploying applications would be a strong plus.

What's in it for you

• Contribute to building the Middle East’s most beloved fintech brand from the ground up
• Benefit from a role with significant ownership and accountability
• Thrive in a flexible hybrid culture with ample work-life balance
• Competitive stipend