Software Engineering Internship

About the company

We are a B2B WealthTech startup based in Abu Dhabi and backed by BNY Mellon (America’s oldest bank and first company to list on NYSE) and Lunate (a new $100B AUM alternative asset management firm based in Abu Dhabi, UAE). The company has raised $300M to build a state of the art wealth technology platform.

Our mission is to power and grow our clients’ wealth franchises through differentiated experiences, financial solutions, and insights. Our digital wealth management platform - will enable banks and other financial institutions in the Middle East to grow and further penetrate affluent, HNW and UHNW investor segments.

While still leveraging the capabilities and knowledge of large organizations, our fintech is a startup with truly cross-functional and agile teams.

Position overview

Alpheya is looking for a highly motivated Software Engineer Intern (UAE National) who will be a part of a dynamic and extremely skillful AI team.

Responsibilities

Learn and contribute to software development across our technology stack through hands-on projects and mentored assignments

Collaborate with experienced engineers to understand best practices in software development

Write clean, documented code while receiving guidance from senior team members

Participate in code reviews to learn from feedback and understand quality standards

Assist in testing and debugging of applications

Document your work and contribute to technical documentation

Take part in team meetings and agile ceremonies to understand our development process

Current stack

Frontend: Next.js

Backend: Node.js (experience layer), Go (system layer), Python (AI)

APIs: GraphQL, gRPC

Other technologies: PostgreSQL, Kubernetes, Flux, Azure, Github

Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field

Basic programming knowledge in any modern programming language

Eagerness to learn and ability to adapt to new technologies

Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Good communication skills and ability to work in a team environment

Interest in software development best practices and coding standards

Basic understanding of version control systems (e.g., Git)

Nice to have

Familiarity with any of the following: JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, or Go

Previous project experience (personal, academic, or professional)

Interest in fintech, banking, or wealth management

Additional information

Duration: 6-12 weeks between mid-September to December

Location: ADGM - Abu Dhabi