Software Development Intern – Build Mobile & Backend Features

About the role

We are looking for a Software Development Intern to join QUESTQUEST’s product team and help build a social prediction game for Gen Z. You will work closely with the CTO, founders and product team to deliver mobile and backend features that will be tested by real users during our closed beta and public launch.

Key responsibilities

• Build and ship mobile features using React Native and Expo.
• Develop backend services with NestJS and GraphQL.
• Work with PostgreSQL, TypeORM and Firebase for data storage and real‑time functionality.
• Translate product flows and designs into reliable, maintainable code.
• Debug, test and improve performance of both frontend and backend components.
• Participate in technical and product discussions.
• Support the product through closed beta, iteration and public launch.

Required profile

• Strong fundamentals in TypeScript or JavaScript.
• Experience building either mobile frontend or backend services.
• Understanding of APIs, databases, Git and modern development workflows.
• Ability to work independently, communicate blockers and take ownership.
• Quick learner comfortable in an early‑stage startup environment.

Required skills

• TypeScript / JavaScript
• React Native
• Expo
• NestJS
• GraphQL
• PostgreSQL
• TypeORM
• Firebase
• Git

What we offer

• Paid internship at the London Living Wage (£14.80 per hour).
• Hybrid work mode in London.
• Hands‑on responsibility and direct mentorship from senior leadership.
• Potential pathway to a paid founding engineer role with equity options for strong performers.