Software Engineering Intern, Backend (Summer 2027)
About the team + role
We are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world's biggest financial problems. We're looking for bold thinkers. Sharp problem-solvers. Builders who are wired to make an impact. Robinhood isn't a place for complacency, it's where ambitious people do the best work of their careers. We're a high-performing, fast-moving team with ethics at the center of everything we do. Expectations are high, and so are the rewards.
Our backend engineers sit at the core of how Robinhood works — powering the financial products that millions of people rely on every day. We build and scale the services, infrastructure, and data systems behind brokerage, crypto, payments, and more. We move fast, hold high standards, and solve problems that actually matter — at a scale that very few engineers ever get the chance to touch.
As a Software Engineering Intern, Backend, you won't be on the sidelines — you'll own a meaningful project end-to-end, from initial scoping through to production. You'll be embedded on a real team, working directly with experienced engineers, diving deep into how the US financial system actually operates, and shipping software that meets the correctness and scale requirements of a live financial platform. This is a summer where you'll leave with real impact to show for it!
This role is based in our Menlo Park, CA, Bellevue, WA, or New York, NY office(s), with in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week.
At Robinhood, we believe in the power of in-person work to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and strengthen community. Our office experience is intentional, energizing, and designed to fully support high-performing teams.
What you'll do
Own a high-impact backend project from initial scoping through launch — you'll drive the work, not just support it
Partner with a dedicated mentor who will guide you from onboarding through shipping, deepening your understanding of our tech stack and financial domain along the way
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 engineering experience from internships, hackathons, or personal projects
Familiarity with Python/Django or Go, and an understanding of relational databases and transactions
What we offer
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 for every employee, technical or not
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
Base pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. The expected hourly range for this role is based on the location where the work will be performed and is aligned to one of 3 compensation zones. For other locations not listed, compensation can be discussed with your recruiter during the interview process.
Zone 1 (Menlo Park, CA; New York, NY; Bellevue, WA; Washington, DC)
$60—$60 USD