Python Developer Intern
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
5. Operations – Operations - Regional /
Intern /
Hybrid
Our Journey
ShopBack was born one night in 2014 when co-founders Henry and Joel were toying around (with entrepreneurial ideas) in Henry's car, sparking the concept of earning Cashback while shopping online. The ShopBack Group has now grown to become the leading shopping, rewards, and payments platform in Asia-Pacific, with 45 million shoppers across 12 markets and more than half a million transactions powered for 20,000 partners daily. Fresh off its debut in the European market, ShopBack is seeking thrill-seekers to join the journey of building The World's Most Rewarding Way to Shop. Get ready for the ride of a lifetime: a blend of startup spirit woven into a solid business foundation.
We are seeking a talented and motivated Python Developer Intern to join our team and support our process automation initiatives. As an intern, you will work closely with our development team to create, enhance, and maintain Python-based automation solutions. You will have the opportunity to gain practical experience in a professional environment while contributing to real-world projects.
This job posting is open for 2024 an 2025 internship applications.
Your Adventure Ahead
- Design Automation & Data Transformation Strategy:
- Planning: Work with the operations team to understand business needs and design strategies that automate processes and transform data to meet those needs.
- Process Analysis: Analyze existing workflows to identify areas for automation and data optimization, ensuring scalability and efficiency.
- Implementation: Implement the designed strategies leveraging the right technical solution to meet the need for prototyping or scale, ensuring alignment with overall business goals.
- Develop Solutions for Prototyping & Scale:
- Rapid Prototyping: Develop and test MVPs (Minimum viable product) using traditional development and low-code tools to quickly explore new ideas and solutions.
- Scalable Solutions: Transition prototypes into scalable solutions that can be deployed across the organization, ensuring they meet high-impact project requirements.
- Low-Code Experimentation: Experiment with and integrate low-code tools to accelerate development and ensure the solutions are adaptable and efficient.
- Autonomous Development: Take full ownership of projects, working independently while reporting to the operations team. Drive initiatives that directly influence the company’s growth.
- Collaboration & Research:
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Engage actively with cross-functional teams to ensure strategies and solutions align with operational goals and are successfully integrated.
- Continuous Improvement: Continuously research new technologies and methods, staying ahead of trends to enhance processes and drive innovation.
Essentials to Succeed
- Experience or strong interest in designing automation strategies and data transformation.
- Proven experience in rapid prototyping and MVP development.
- Strong background in data transformation and manipulation.
- Flexibility with SQL, Java, and Python, with the ability to navigate and integrate cross-platform processes.
- Ability to integrate APIs into solutions, ensuring seamless data flow and system connectivity.
- Comfortable experimenting with low-code tools and platforms.
- Self-starter with the ability to work autonomously and take ownership of projects.
- Ability to independently research and implement new technologies.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and a resourceful approach to challenges.
- Experience working closely with operations or cross-functional teams.
- Must be open to self-learning and continuous skill development.
Why Join Us?
- Lead the design and implementation of strategies that directly impact the direction of the company.
- Work with operations leadership to validate and scale high-growth opportunities within the company.
- Be part of a dynamic team that values innovation, speed, and autonomy.
- Grow your skills in a supportive and collaborative environment.
ShopBackers' DNA
Grit - We tackle all challenges head-on, working together to solve problems and achieve success.
Hunger - We value hard work, and having relentless drive.
Speed - We move fast and have a bias for action, all to deliver maximum impact.
Impact - We focus on results, always aiming for the best possible outcomes and timelines.
Growth - We embrace a growth mindset, constantly striving to learn, improve, and excel in our roles.
Exclusively for ShopBackers
Career progression paths and opportunities to take on greater challenges that help you realise your ambitions.
Be part of a winning team on a journey to global scale.
Competitive compensation based on your performance.
Work-From-Anywhere benefit to enable you to thrive personally and professionally.
Candid, open, and collaborative culture where feedback is valued, for everyone to grow and improve every day.
