Backend Engineer

Branch Overview
Branch delivers world-class financial services to the mobile generation. With offices in the United States, Nigeria, Kenya, and India, Branch is a for-profit, socially conscious company that uses the power of data science to reduce the cost of delivering financial services in emerging markets. We believe that everyone, everywhere, deserves fair financial access. The rapid spread of smartphones presents an opportunity for the world’s emerging middle class to access banking options and achieve financial flexibility. 

Branch’s mission-driven team is led by the founder and former CEO of Kiva.org. The company presents a rich opportunity for our team members to drive meaningful growth in rapidly evolving and changing markets. In 2019, Branch announced its Series C and has garnered more than $100M in funding with investments from leading Silicon Valley firms, including Andreessen Horowitz, Trinity Capital, Foundation Capital, Visa, and the International Finance Corporation (IFC).

We value diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive working environment where human beings of all backgrounds can thrive. 

Job Overview;
As a Backend Engineering Intern, you will work closely with experienced engineers and make meaningful contributions to our backend systems over a 4–6 month internship. You will help design, build, test, and ship backend features that power our core products, while developing strong software engineering fundamentals and real-world experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build backend functionality for existing and new product lines such as Credit, Wallet, Bill Pay, and other core services.
• Assist with integrating backend services with third-party systems, including payment processors, identity providers, and messaging platforms.
• Support the scaling and reliability of backend services as traffic and product complexity grow.
• Help develop internal tools used by Operations and Support teams to manage customer requests and business workflows.
• Participate in code reviews, debugging, testing, and deployment alongside senior engineers.
• Learn and apply best practices in backend architecture, APIs, data storage, and security.

Qualifications:

• Recent graduate or currently awaiting graduation in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Some experience building backend systems beyond coursework (internships, personal projects, open-source contributions, or academic projects).
• Solid foundation in computer science fundamentals, including data structures, APIs, and basic system design.
• Familiarity with at least one backend programming language (e.g. Java, Kotlin, Python, Node.js, or Go).
• Comfortable working in a Unix/Linux environment and using command-line tools.
• Curious, proactive, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate within a distributed team.

Benefits of Joining

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative financial institution.
• Mission-driven, fast-paced, and entrepreneurial environment
• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives and an equity package
• A collaborative and flat company culture
• Where we work:
  • Hybrid, with the option to work remotely occasionally
• 28 days annual leave with 30 days sick leave
• $500 Annual professional development budget 
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• Team meals and social events 
• Flexible working hours

Branch International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company does not and will not discriminate in employment on any basis prohibited by applicable law. We’re looking for more than just qualifications, so if you’re unsure that you meet the criteria, please do not hesitate to apply!