# Backend Development Intern

[Tencent](https://www.jorb.ai/firms/tencent.md) · Singapore · [Backend](https://www.jorb.ai/jobs/backend.md)

Tencent is hiring a Backend Development Intern in Singapore. Posted 2026-03-19; applications close 2026-06-25.

**Apply**: https://tencent.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Tencent_Careers/job/Singapore-CapitaSky/Backend-Development-Intern_R107138

Posted 2mo ago.

## Role details

## What the Role Entails

  
- System Development: Collaborate within a lean, focused team to develop high-performance systems for capturing and processing real-time data in dynamic trading environments.
  
- Latency Optimization: Utilize open-source technologies to optimize latency-sensitive backend systems, ensuring seamless integration with order management and execution management systems.
  
- Innovation and Enhancement: Identify opportunities for system enhancements, design innovative solutions, and implement new trading applications aimed at reducing latency and improving execution efficiency.
  
- Database Management: Develop and maintain market data and transaction databases, supporting research and analysis initiatives to drive informed trading decisions.

## Who We Look For

  
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, with graduation expected between January 2026 and December 2027. Undergraduates still pursuing their studies must be available to join before the end of 2025.
  
- Hands-on experience with Java, J2EE, and Spring Boot is essential. Prior software engineering internship experience in the financial markets would be highly advantageous.
  
- Understanding of real-time risk, concurrent programming, and scalable, high-availability distributed systems is crucial for success in this role.
  
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment using agile methodologies, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and delivery.
  
- Demonstrate a strong sense of ownership and the ability to collaborate effectively with multiple teams and stakeholders to drive projects forward.
  
- Excellent communication skills, particularly in liaising with China-based stakeholders, are essential to ensure smooth coordination and project success.

## Equal Employment Opportunity at Tencent

As an equal opportunity employer, we firmly believe that diverse voices fuel our innovation and allow us to better serve our users and the community. We foster an environment where every employee of Tencent feels supported and inspired to achieve individual and common goals.

## Applying to this role

This Backend Development Intern role at Tencent runs through the firm's own careers portal and expects a CV and cover letter written specifically for the posting, not a portable submission carried across firms. Jorb AI's application agent tailors a CV and cover letter from your background to this posting and tracks the role alongside the rest of your applications.

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Updated: 2026-05-26
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