About the role

Backend Software Engineering Intern at UserTesting developing integrations for Notifications Service using NodeJS. Involves exploring third-party solutions for enhanced notification capabilities.

Responsibilities

Learn how our existing NodeJS-based Notifications Service is designed
Design and implement a provider abstraction layer to support multiple notification providers (e.g., AWS SES and a third-party vendor)
Develop a PoC integration with a notification vendor API
Ensure existing email functionality continues to operate without disruption
Explore the feasibility of supporting at least one additional notification channel (such as SMS or in-app messaging)
Retrieve and surface basic delivery metrics or status information from the vendor API
Write clear technical documentation outlining architectural decisions, tradeoffs, and recommendations
Participate in code reviews and technical discussions to learn best practices in backend and platform development

Currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
Some experience (academic or project-based) in backend development
Familiarity with JavaScript or TypeScript and NodeJS
Understanding of REST APIs and asynchronous programming concepts
Exposure to version control systems such as Git
Interest in distributed systems or backend architecture is a plus
Familiarity with AWS or messaging/email systems is a plus
Strong problem-solving skills and eagerness to learn
Good communication and documenting skills for teamwork