Software Engineer Internship 2025 (4 months) - India-based, Gurgaon office

About Agoda 

Agoda is an online travel booking platform for accommodations, flights, and more. We build and deploy cutting-edge technology that connects travelers with a global network of 4.7M hotels and holiday properties worldwide, plus flights, activities, and more. Based in Asia and part of Booking Holdings, our 7,100+ employees representing 95+ nationalities in 27 markets foster a work environment rich in diversity, creativity, and collaboration. We innovate through a culture of experimentation and ownership, enhancing the ability for our customers to experience the world.

Our Purpose - Bridging the World Through Travel 

We believe travel allows people to enjoy, learn and experience more of the amazing world we live in. It brings individuals and cultures closer together, fostering empathy, understanding and happiness.
We are a skillful, driven and diverse team from across the globe, united by a passion to make an impact. Harnessing our innovative technologies and strong partnerships, we aim to make travel easy and rewarding for everyone.

Internship period: Jan - May 2025

Interview process:

Registration closes: 18th Oct 2024
Online coding test starts: 1st November 2024
Online coding test ends: 3rd November 2024
In-office interview date (Gurgaon office): 29th November 2024 

Internship Opportunity: Dive into the World of Tech Magic! 

Are you the kind of tech enthusiast who loves to see how the pieces of the puzzle fit together? Whether you call yourself a 'full stack' wizard, a 'back end' guru, or a specialist in a particular domain, we want to hear from you! We're on the lookout for curious minds who are eager to explore the symphony of systems that power the tech world. No need to be a master of all trades—just bring your passion and a willingness to learn. 

What You'll Get to Do: 

• Code Like a Pro: Contribute to a high-quality codebase and work on scalable, fault-tolerant systems and APIs that handle millions of requests. Your code will be part of something big! 
• Play with Cool Tech: Use cutting-edge languages like Scala, Kotlin, ReactJS, and C#, and dive into data technologies like Kafka and Spark. All this while embracing agile development practices. 
• Be a CI/CD Rockstar: Implement state-of-the-art CI/CD and testing techniques to ensure everything runs smoothly with zero downtime. You'll be the hero behind seamless operations! 
• Think Big Picture: Consider the entire product lifecycle—from defining product requirements and choosing the right technology to coding standards, agile development, testing, deployment, and ongoing monitoring. You'll be a part of it all! 

What You'll Need to Succeed: 

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science or a related field. 
• Familiarity with the fundamentals of Object-oriented and/or Functional programming. 
• A grasp of relational and/or non-relational databases. 
• Proficient English communication skills.
• A readiness to learn quickly and adapt to new challenges. 
• Be able to join our internship program for at least 4 months (minimum). 

Bonus Points If You Have: 

• Practical experience with Scala, Kotlin, Java, JavaScript, ReactJS, or C#. 
• Previous involvement in developing back-end applications and services, with an understanding of the basics of system scaling. 
• Knowledge of data platforms such as MS SQL, Cassandra, or Hadoop, recognizing that different applications have unique data needs. 
• Experience with automated CI/CD systems, a commitment to test-driven development, knowledge of clean software architectures, and a grounding in SOLID principles. 
• Proficiency in core engineering infrastructure tools like Git for source control, TeamCity for Continuous Integration, and Puppet for deployment. 

If you're passionate about technology, eager to learn, and motivated to contribute to innovative projects, we encourage you to apply. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and career stages to join our team. Get ready to solve some awesome problems and make your mark in the tech industry! 

Equal Opportunity Employer 

At Agoda, we pride ourselves on being a company represented by people of all different backgrounds and orientations. We prioritize attracting diverse talent and cultivating an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and innovation. Employment at Agoda is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of sex, age, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, citizenship, veteran or military status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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