Software Developer Intern, Backend (Summer 2027)

As a Software Developer Intern in Backend at Robinhood, you'll own a meaningful project end-to-end, from initial scoping through production. You'll be embedded on a real team working directly with experienced developers, diving deep into how the US financial system operates, and shipping software that meets the correctness and scale requirements of a live financial platform. This is a summer internship based in our Toronto, ON office, with in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week.

What you'll do

• Own a high-impact backend project from initial scoping through launch, driving the work rather than just supporting it
• Partner with a dedicated mentor who will guide you from onboarding through shipping, deepening your understanding of our tech stack and financial domain
• Design, build, test, and release software solutions that meet the correctness and scalability requirements of a real financial platform
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across Robinhood to solve critical problems that span the organization
• Maintain and scale an existing codebase using technologies such as Python/Django, Go, PostgreSQL, Kafka, Redis, Memcached, AWS, and Kubernetes

What you bring

• Currently enrolled in a full-time, degree-seeking program with an expected graduation date of Winter 2027 or Spring 2028
• Strong CS fundamentals and deep understanding of best coding practices
• Solid communication skills and an ability to drive large projects forward in a fast-paced, sometimes ambiguous environment
• Passion and interest in financial technology and building fintech products and services
• Prior software development experience from internships, hackathons, or personal projects
• Familiarity with Python/Django or Go, and an understanding of relational databases and transactions

What we offer

• Hourly rate of $40 CAD per hour
• Market competitive compensation structure
• Quarterly lifestyle wallet for personal wellness, learning and development, and more
• Access to the best AI tools on the market and continuous AI skill-building
• Time away including company holidays, paid time off, and sick time
• Lively office environment with catered meals, fully stocked kitchens, and geo-specific commuter benefits

About Robinhood

Robinhood is building the future of finance by democratizing access to financial services. We power the financial products that millions of people rely on every day, including brokerage, crypto, and payments, operating at the scale of the US financial system.