About the job Summer Intern, Software Engineering
About Wizpresso
(learn more at https://wizpresso.com)
Wizpresso is a Hong Kong-based technology company that transforms enterprise workflows and empowers financial markets stakeholders. We develop software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions underpinned by natural language processing (NLP) and deep learning to enhance market intelligence, regulatory reporting, and knowledge management. Our mission is to remove communication barriers, improve business growth, manage risks, and boost operational efficiency for our users.
Our clients include global financial institutions, professional services firms, and enterprises. Wizpresso has earned numerous accolades, such as the HKMA/HKT Innovation Awards 2024 (Gold), APICTA 2023 AI of The Year Awards, Maker in China 2022 Champion, CUHK Corporate Innovation Index 2022, HKICT Grand Fintech Award 2021, EPIC 2021 Fintech Champion, and multiple IFTA Fintech Awards. If youre passionate about pioneering financial and regulatory technology and eager to build transformative SaaS products for professionals, Wizpresso is the place for you. Join our fast-growing, dynamic team and thrive in a culture celebrating data wizards and automation mavens!
- We are obsessed with our customers.
- Building powerful, simple, and elegant products is in our DNA.
- We prioritize execution and outcomes over appearances and office politics.
- We believe everyone brings great ideas and unique strengths.
If these values resonate with you, wed love to meet you.
Job Brief
Wizpresso is now hiring for our Summer 2025 internship program! Whether youre in your first, penultimate, or final year of university, were seeking smart, ambitious talent to join us. As a Software Development Intern, youll work with our engineering teams to implement pre-rendered front-end designs with backend systems and internal APIs, while expanding our SaaS platforms integration capabilities.
Job Description
- Collaborate with the development team to integrate pre-rendered front-end designs (e.g., Vue.js) with backend systems and internal APIs.
- Assist in developing and optimizing RESTful APIs to connect front-end interfaces with server-side logic and data sources.
- Participate in the software development lifecycle, focusing on seamless integration of UI designs with backend functionalities.
- Enhance system integration capabilities by building connectors for third-party APIs, databases, and external services.
- Work with front-end developers to ensure pre-rendered designs are responsive, performant, and aligned with user experience goals.
- Collaborate with backend engineers to streamline data flows between internal systems and client-facing applications.
- Troubleshoot and resolve integration issues, ensuring robust connectivity between front-end, backend, and external platforms.
- Contribute to the expansion of integration features, such as real-time data syncing or automated workflows, for tools like Adnoto, Diligence, and Factify.
- Conduct code reviews to maintain consistency and quality across front-end and backend implementations.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and refine integration solutions based on user feedback.
- Stay updated on best practices in API development, front-end rendering, and system interoperability.
- Document API endpoints, integration workflows, and technical specifications for team and stakeholder use.
- Assist in creating developer guides and technical documentation to support system maintenance and onboarding.
- Participate in team meetings, sprint planning, and agile processes to deliver high-quality features on schedule.
- Uphold coding standards and contribute to reusable, scalable integration frameworks.
Qualifications
- Enrolled in a STEM-related bachelors or masters degree in computer science, information technology, software engineering, or a relevant discipline.
- Available for a three (3) month internship in Summer 2025 (JuneAugust), eligible for up to 90 days under the STEM internship program.
- Proficient in one or more of the following: JavaScript (Vue.js preferred), Python, Node.js, or C#.
- Experience with RESTful API development and integration (e.g., Express, Flask, or similar frameworks).
- Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and agile methodologies.
- Understanding of backend integration with databases (e.g., SQL).
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to debug complex system interactions.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment.
- Excellent communication skills and a keen eye for detail in delivering clean, efficient code.
- Knowledge of SaaS architectures or financial/legal tech workflows is a plus.