Sezzle

Software Engineer Intern

Colombia

Not SpecifiedCompensation
InternshipExperience Level
InternshipJob Type
UnknownVisa
FintechIndustries

Position Overview

  • Location Type: Remote / Colombia
  • Job Type: Internship
  • Company: Sezzle

About Sezzle: Sezzle is a cutting-edge fintech company dedicated to financially empowering the next generation. Through our payment platform, we provide interest-free installment plans to consumers, driving sales for thousands of eCommerce merchants. Our mission is to bridge the gap between consumers' needs and modern payment solutions.

About the Role: Sezzle is seeking a passionate Software Engineer Intern to join our innovative technology team. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience and work within a highly skilled group of developers to build and maintain features for Sezzle’s platform. As a Software Engineer Intern, you’ll contribute to real-world projects, participate in code reviews, and gain exposure to Sezzle’s technology stack.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in developing and maintaining backend and frontend services.
  • Write clean, scalable code and participate in code reviews.
  • Collaborate with the engineering team to implement new features and resolve bugs.
  • Work on performance tuning, debugging, and scaling of Sezzle's platform.
  • Document software functionalities and contribute to the knowledge base.

Sezzle’s Technology Stack:

Languages:

  • Golang
  • Typescript
  • Python

Frontend:

  • Typescript - React and React Native

Backend:

  • Golang

Database:

  • MySQL
  • Postgres
  • Elasticsearch

DevOps & Cloud:

  • AWS
  • Kubernetes

Version Control:

  • Git

CI/CD:

  • Gitlab

Testing:

  • Developer-driven, focus on automated unit, integration, and end-to-end tests

Requirements

  • Experience with Golang, Python, or any backend language.
  • Familiarity with Javascript/Typescript, and React or similar framework.
  • Basic understanding of databases and SQL.
  • Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies quickly.
  • Problem-solving mindset and attention to detail.

About You:

  • You are curious, eager to learn, and not afraid to ask questions.
  • You are passionate about technology and eager to develop your skills.
  • You enjoy working collaboratively and contributing to a fast-paced team.
  • You have a strong desire to solve complex problems.

What Makes Working at Sezzle Awesome:

At Sezzle, you’ll be part of a dynamic team, work on real-world fintech solutions, and get mentorship from experienced engineers. We offer flexible working conditions, making it an ideal internship for motivated students or graduates who want to kickstart their tech careers.

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Skills

Golang
Python
Typescript
React
React Native
MySQL
Postgres
Elasticsearch
AWS
Kubernetes
Git
Gitlab
SQL
Automated Testing

Sezzle

Buy now, pay later payment solutions

About Sezzle

Sezzle operates in the buy now, pay later (BNPL) market, allowing consumers to purchase products and split the cost into four interest-free payments. This service is designed to help younger consumers manage their finances by providing flexible payment options. For merchants, Sezzle offers a payment solution that can increase sales and reduce cart abandonment rates. The company generates revenue primarily through fees charged to merchants for processing transactions, which are justified by the increased customer acquisition and sales that merchants experience. Sezzle is committed to creating a positive societal impact as a Public Benefits Corporation and a Certified B Corp. With 3.4 million active consumers and nearly 47,000 active merchants, Sezzle has reported significant growth, with $1.8 billion in underlying merchant sales in the past year. The goal of Sezzle is to empower the next generation financially while facilitating transactions between consumers and merchants.

Minneapolis, MinnesotaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$201MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefit Plans
Generous Parental & Family Leave
Competitive 401k Match
Paid Time Off & Volunteer Time Off
Ownership Through Equity
100% of Donations to Charity Matched
Work from Home Stipend
Highly Discounted Fitness Membership

Risks

Increased regulatory scrutiny on BNPL could impact Sezzle's operations and growth.
Edelson Lechtzin LLP's investigation may lead to legal challenges for Sezzle.
Staples' partnership with Klarna intensifies competition in the BNPL market.

Differentiation

Sezzle is a Certified B Corp, emphasizing social impact alongside business goals.
The company offers interest-free payment plans, appealing to younger, budget-conscious consumers.
Sezzle's platform reduces cart abandonment, benefiting merchants with increased sales.

Upsides

Sezzle's partnership with Bealls Inc. expands its reach across 650+ stores.
The BNPL market is growing, with over 20% of consumers using BNPL in 2022.
Fintech IPO Index's 64% return indicates a favorable investment climate for Sezzle.

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