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Cirql Labs

Python Developer Intern

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Remote or Hybrid
Hiring Remotely in United States
Internship
Remote or Hybrid
Hiring Remotely in United States
Internship
Work as a Python development intern building applications and APIs, processing and analyzing data, working with databases and data pipelines, contributing to system architecture, writing clean documented code, and collaborating with the team. Strong emphasis on backend development, SQL, ORMs, and REST API design with potential conversion to full-time.
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About the Role

We're looking for talented Python interns to join our development team. You'll work on real-world applications involving data processing, system integration, and building scalable software solutions.

This is an internship with strong potential to convert into a full-time position based on performance and mutual fit.

What You'll Work On
  • Building Python applications and APIs

  • Processing and analysing data from various sources

  • Working with databases and data pipelines

  • Contributing to system architecture and design

  • Writing clean, maintainable code with proper documentation

Required SkillsRequired SkillsPython Programming
  • Strong understanding of Python fundamentals

  • Experience with object-oriented programming

  • Familiarity with common libraries (NumPy, Pandas)

  • Understanding of data structures and algorithms

  • Git/GitHub for version control

Backend Development
  • Experience with web frameworks (Django, Flask, or FastAPI)

  • Understanding of REST API design and development

  • Working knowledge of SQL and database queries

  • Familiarity with ORMs (SQLAlchemy, Django ORM, or similar)

  • Basic understanding of HTTP protocols and web services

Database & Data Skills
  • Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, or SQLite)

  • Writing efficient SQL queries (JOINs, aggregations, indexing)

  • Understanding of database design and normalisation

  • Comfortable working with APIs and JSON data

General Technical Skills
  • Problem-solving mindset

  • Ability to debug and troubleshoot code

  • Understanding of authentication and authorisation basics

  • Good communication and documentation skills

  • Basic knowledge of deployment concepts

Nice to Have (But Not Required)
  • Exposure to financial markets or trading concepts

  • Understanding of async programming or multithreading

  • Experience with testing frameworks (pytest, unittest)

  • Experience with Docker or containerisation

  • Knowledge of message queues or event-driven systems

What Makes a Strong Candidate
  • Self-learner: Can pick up new concepts quickly

  • Detail-oriented: Writes careful, clean code

  • Curious: Asks questions and wants to understand how things work

  • Collaborative: Works well with the team

  • Persistent: Doesn't give up when facing challenges

Why Join Us?Early Startup Team Benefits
  • Real Impact: Your work directly shapes the product and company direction

  • Fast Learning: Exposure to entire tech stack and business decisions

  • Ownership: Take ownership of features and projects from day one

  • Mentorship: Work closely with founders

  • Growth Path: Clear path to full-time role and career advancement

  • Flexibility: Flexible work culture and direct access to leadership

  • Equity Potential: Opportunity to be part of the founding team (for full-time conversion)

Work Environment
  • Small, focused team where everyone matters

  • Modern tech stack and best practices

  • Freedom to suggest ideas and improvements

  • Learn beyond just coding - product, business, deployment

Location & Work Setup
  • Fully Remote - Work from anywhere in India

  • Pune Office Available - If you prefer working from office or hybrid setup

  • Flexible Hours - Focus on output, not strict 9-5

  • Your Choice - We're comfortable with whatever works best for you

Interview Process
  1. Take-Home Assignment (1 day): A practical Python problem that should take 2-4 hours. We'll evaluate your code quality, problem-solving approach, and documentation. Submit within 24 hours of receiving it.

  2. Technical Round with CTO (15-30 min): Discussion of your assignment, Python concepts, and technical problem-solving. This is a conversation, not an interrogation.

  3. Final Round (30 min): Culture fit, expectations, and answer any questions you have about the role and company.

What We're Looking For

We value:

  • Strong fundamentals over specific framework knowledge

  • Ability to learn and adapt quickly

  • Good coding practices and clean code

  • Genuine interest in software development

  • Problem-solving ability

We're an early-stage startup looking for people who want to build something from the ground up. If you love coding, want real responsibility, and are excited about being part of a founding team, we'd love to hear from you. This isn't just an internship - it's a potential launchpad for your career.

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