Platform Development Intern

East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Job Description

We are looking for a Platform Development Intern to work directly with the founder on building an intelligent, scalable platform that addresses real challenges in our industry. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in shaping solutions from the ground up while learning how to think strategically and creatively about technology's role in solving complex problems.
Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate closely with the founder to design and prototype platform features.
  • Review and analyze data, identifying best practices for safe and secure data processing.
  • Apply out-of-the-box thinking to tackle real-world industry problems.
  • Research innovative approaches and propose solutions that can scale effectively.
  • Document insights, experiments, and recommendations to support decision-making.
What We're Looking For
  • A keen problem solver with the ability to think creatively and critically.
  • Passionate about technology, innovation, and solving industry-level challenges.
  • Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or related fields.
  • Basic technical knowledge (e.g., Python, JavaScript, or similar) is a plus, but curiosity and drive to learn are even more important.
  • Strong communication skills and the confidence to share ideas directly with leadership.
What You'll Gain
  • Direct mentorship and exposure to the founders' vision and decision-making process.
  • Practical experience in building and scaling a platform.
  • The chance to work on real problems that impact an industry, not just theoretical exercises.
  • A portfolio of contributions that demonstrate innovation and problem-solving ability.

Skills Required

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1593372
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned