Job Description

Business Unit

WeiXin Group(WXG) is responsible for the construction and operation of the Weixin ecosystem and leveraging Weixin's open platforms such as Official Accounts, Mini Programs, Weixin Pay, WeCom and search function. WXG provides solutions and connectivity for intelligent upgrades across all industries. WXG is also responsible for the development and operation of QQ Mail, WeRead and other products.

What the Role Entails

About WeChat

With over 1.3 billion active users worldwide, WeChat is a leading mobile platform that connects people, services, and businesses globally. As a member of our Singapore operations team, you'll be part of a dynamic group that drives the growth and development of our core product, including messaging and social networking for users around the world (excluding mainland China). Join us as we shape the future of mobile communication and user experience.

About the Internship

This paid internship offers a unique opportunity to work alongside senior-level team members on developing new projects and features from start-to-finish. Over the course of at least three months, you'll gain hands-on experience in software development, learn our company values and principles, and develop your skills as a backend developer. Upon completing the program, successful interns will be invited to interview for a full-time position in either a backend software development role or other relevant areas.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative IT solutions that drive business impact, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and methods
• Collaborate with Product and Safety teams to deliver robust and secure online services that meet business requirements
• Design and execute plans to improve data compliance, user safety, and service reliability for users worldwide
• Work with partners to define processes and develop internal and external tools for core operations (user ops, safety ops, developer ops, and service reliability)
• Assist other teams in making WeChat features available, safe, and compliant for users globally

Who We Look For

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in Computer Science, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or related fields
• Proficiency in backend software design, development, and deployment practices with at least one of the following programming languages: C++, Python, Golang, Java, or Scala
• Familiarity with Linux operating system and common system tools
• Prior experience with big data and streaming frameworks (Hadoop, Spark, Hive, Kafka, Flink, Iceberg, etc.) is a plus
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes is an asset
• Strong ownership, customer-oriented values, and integrity demonstrated
• Good programming discipline, fast-learning ability, and teamwork skills
• Prior internet industry work or internship experience is a plus
• Require bilingual proficiency as communications with global and HQ teams are conducted in both English and Mandarin

What We Offer:

• A unique opportunity to contribute to the development of a leading global platform
• Mentorship from experienced senior team members
• Hands-on experience in software development and project management
• The chance to learn about our company values, principles, and culture

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.