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Backend Development Intern

CompanyTencent
LocationSingapore
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 19, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The role involves developing and enhancing real-time payment processing systems within a lean engineering team, focusing on optimizing latency-sensitive backend systems using open-source technologies. Responsibilities also include designing system enhancements and developing/maintaining market data and transaction databases to support various workflows.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
88973
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Tencent is a world-leading internet and technology company that develops innovative products and services to improve the quality of life of people around the world. Founded in 1998 with its headquarters in Shenzhen, China, Tencent's guiding principle is to use technology for good. Our communication and social services connect more than one billion people around the world, helping them to keep in touch with friends and family, access transportation, pay for daily necessities, and even be entertained. Tencent also publishes some of the world's most popular video games and other high-quality digital content, enriching interactive entertainment experiences for people around the globe. Tencent also offers a range of services such as cloud computing, advertising, FinTech, and other enterprise services to support our clients' digital transformation and business growth. Tencent has been listed on the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong since 2004.
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What the Role Entails

Develop and enhance real-time payment processing systems, working within a lean, high-impact engineering team. Optimize latency-sensitive backend systems using open-source technologies, ensuring seamless integration with order and execution management systems. Identify opportunities for system enhancements, designing and implementing innovative solutions to improve transaction efficiency and latency performance. Develop and maintain market data and transaction databases, supporting research, analytics, and trade execution workflows.

Who We Look For

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, with graduation expected between 2026 and 2027. Able to commit to a full-time or part-time internship for 6 months from April 2026 onwards. Strong hands-on experience with Java, J2EE, and Spring Boot; prior internship experience in financial software engineering is a plus. Understanding of real-time risk management, concurrent programming, and scalable, high-availability distributed systems. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, working with agile development methodologies and focusing on continuous improvement. Strong ownership mentality, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Excellent communication skills in English and Chinese Mandarin to facilitate coordination with China-based stakeholders.

Equal Employment Opportunity at Tencent

As an equal opportunity employer, we firmly believe that diverse voices fuel our innovation and allow us to better serve our users and the community. We foster an environment where every employee of Tencent feels supported and inspired to achieve individual and common goals.

Key Skills
JavaJ2EESpring BootReal-time Risk ManagementConcurrent ProgrammingDistributed SystemsAgile DevelopmentEnglishChinese Mandarin
Categories
TechnologySoftwareEngineeringFinance & Accounting