Backend Development Engineer Intern

About Us

Established in 2018, Bybit is one of the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchanges and digital financial platforms, serving over 80 million users across more than 200 countries and regions. Powered by world-class technology and a user-first mindset, Bybit delivers a seamless ecosystem across trading, payments, wealth management, custody, institutional services, and Web3 — connecting users to the future of digital finance.

Our core values define how we build. We listen, care and improve to create products and experiences that put users first. Backed by a global team of ambitious builders, problem-solvers, and innovators, we foster a high-performance and fast-moving environment where talent is empowered to drive real impact at the global scale. Supported by 24/7 multilingual customer service and a strong commitment to innovation, we are shaping the future of finance through technology, collaboration, and bold execution.

Today, Bybit is recognized as one of the most trusted and transparent platforms in the digital asset industry, continuing to expand its global presence while building the infrastructure for the next generation of financial services.

Responsibilities

Core Development: Execute high-quality code writing to ensure technical solutions are delivered on schedule and meet all requirements.

Business & Performance Optimization: Gain a deep understanding of business needs to identify system bottlenecks; spearhead initiatives for product performance enhancement and system optimization.

Technical Problem Solving: Tackle complex technical challenges, lead architectural upgrades, and contribute to the accumulation of platform capabilities and reusable component frameworks.

Qualifications

Target Audience: Graduating students of the Class of 2026 .

Internship Commitment: Minimum of 6 months per term, available 5 days per week .

Education: Bachelor’s degree or above in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Communications, or related fields.

Technical Foundation: Solid understanding of data structures and computer systems; proficiency in at least one programming language ( Golang, Java, C++, or C ) and SQL .

Growth Mindset: Passionate about technology with strong coding fundamentals; ability to learn new concepts rapidly and consistently push personal boundaries.

Soft Skills: Excellent logical thinking, a curiosity for exploring the unknown, and a readiness to embrace new challenges.

Character: Strong team spirit—rigorous, resilient, and optimistic.

Academic/Competitive Excellence: Authorship in top-tier journals/conferences, awards in major technical competitions, or experience at well-known tech firms.

Open Source Contribution: Deep understanding of open-source frameworks or a proven track record of successful research-oriented or practical project outcomes.

Specialized Knowledge: Familiarity with