Backend / Full-Stack Engineering Intern

Remote Internship: Backend / Full-Stack Engineer (West Coast / PST Only)

Location: 100% Remote (Must reside in the West Coast / PST Timezone)

Duration: 3 Months (Possible extension based on performance)

Compensation: Unpaid / For Experience or College Credit

⚠️ MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

1. Work Authorization & Location: This position is open only to candidates currently authorized to work in the United States who reside on the West Coast (PST). We cannot provide visa endorsements or sponsorship (including F-1 OPT/STEM OPT) at this time.
2. Proof of Advanced Work: To be considered, you must provide a GitHub profile and a portfolio. We are specifically looking for real back-end work --- API design, middleware, data modeling, and clean repository structure --- along with solid TypeScript discipline. Basic "To-Do" apps or tutorial clones will not be considered.
3. Remote Technical Interview: Candidates must be available for a live, remote technical interview via Google Meet or Zoom. You will be expected to screen-share and walk through your codebase or a live exercise.

About HomeHudl

HomeHudl is a PropTech startup redefining the real estate experience through dynamic matching technology. We are moving away from traditional search and toward an intelligent, data-driven "match" between users and agents. We are building a high-performance platform that demands reliable architecture across multiple repositories --- and we need help keeping it healthy and well-integrated as we push toward our MVP launch.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a high-potential Backend / Full-Stack Intern to ship production code into our Node.js API and data layers while helping manage and optimize our active multi-repository ecosystem. Working directly with our Dev Lead and Project Manager, you'll sit at the seam between our Node.js backend and our TypeScript / Next.js frontend. This is a "roll-up-your-sleeves" role for someone who cares as much about code health and clean integrations as they do about shipping new features.

What You Will Do

• Backend Architecture: Maintain and scale our backend --- API routes, controllers, and custom middleware.
• Enterprise Integrations: Own and maintain our Stripe subscription system and DocuSign legal paperwork flows.
• Data Layer Audits: Support the Dev Lead in reconciling legacy Firebase integrations with upcoming Supabase / PostgreSQL schema milestones.
• Repo & Pipeline Health: Partner with the Dev Lead on code health, environment-variable security, Vercel deployment pipelines, and code reviews enforcing strict TypeScript standards.
• Cross-Repo Debugging: Debug and optimize cross-repo data flows, API routes, and state management.
• AI-Accelerated Workflows: Use Claude and Claude Code to streamline backend logic, endpoint generation, debugging, and testing.

Who You Are

• Beyond the Basics: You have substantial experience building and deploying back-end services (previous internships or complex open-source contributions).
• Deep Stack Knowledge: You are proficient in Node.js, Express, and JavaScript/TypeScript, with hands-on Firebase and/or PostgreSQL and solid RESTful API design. Familiarity with Next.js (App Router) is a strong plus.
• Integration-Minded: Experience with Stripe / DocuSign APIs is a strong plus.
• Tooling-Forward: Comfortable with GitHub workflows, Agile/Trello tracking, and using Claude / Claude Code to move faster.
• PST Synchronized & Flexible: You are located on the West Coast and available for our mandatory weekly sync on Thursdays from 6:30 PM -- 7:30 PM PST. Outside of this, we offer flexible hours.
• Architectural Thinker: You prioritize reliability, security, reusability, and clean data design.

The Interview Process

1. Initial Screening: A thorough review of your GitHub, portfolio, and technical experience to ensure alignment with our stack.
2. Remote Technical Deep Dive: A comprehensive video interview including a walkthrough of your previous work, a live logic assessment, and a discussion on vision and culture fit.

Thank you for your time!