About The Company

Ferri AI is an innovative nonprofit technology initiative dedicated to transforming animal welfare in Bangalore. As an early-stage organization, Ferri AI is committed to developing a digital platform that facilitates rescue and care for street animals through a comprehensive digital ID and rescue-dispatch system. The organization aims to bridge the gap between street animals in need and nearby rescue organizations by leveraging mobile-first technology, creating a seamless connection that enhances response times and improves outcomes for vulnerable animals.

With a focus on social impact and technological innovation, Ferri AI is driven by a passionate team dedicated to making a tangible difference in the lives of street animals and the communities that support them.

About The Role

Ferri AI is seeking motivated Backend Developer Interns to join its team. This unpaid internship offers an exciting opportunity for individuals interested in contributing to social impact projects through technical development. As a Backend Developer Intern, you will be responsible for building the core database and API infrastructure that powers the platform’s essential features such as animal profiles, medical records, and the request-assignment system for rescue operations.

This role is foundational to the development of the entire product, providing a unique chance to shape the architecture and technology stack from scratch. Given that this is a founding-team role, you will have the autonomy to choose your preferred tools, frameworks, and architectural approach,



making this an ideal chance for self-driven learners and early-career developers eager to make a meaningful impact. The role involves independent decision-making, with limited direct supervision, and requires proactive communication with the founder for progress updates and prioritization.

Qualifications The ideal candidate should possess a strong foundation in backend development and be eager to learn and adapt in a startup environment.

Key qualifications include

- Working knowledge of Node.js, Django, or Flask frameworks
- Basic experience with SQL databases or NoSQL options such as Firebase or Firestore
- Understanding of REST API design principles
- Proficiency with version control systems, particularly Git and GitHub workflows
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently
- Passion for social impact and animal welfare initiatives

Responsibilities As a Backend Developer Intern at Ferri AI, your responsibilities will include:

- Designing and constructing a scalable database schema tailored for a location-based public welfare application
- Developing RESTful APIs to enable core functionalities such as animal profile management, medical record updates,



and rescue request submissions
- Implementing location-based matching logic to connect users with the nearest rescue services efficiently
- Writing clear and concise documentation for each module and API developed to ensure maintainability and future scalability
- Participating in regular meetings with the founder to discuss progress, set priorities, and align on project goals

Benefits While this internship is unpaid, it offers valuable benefits for aspiring developers and social impact enthusiasts:

- Hands-on experience in building a real-world, impactful product from the ground up
- Opportunities to learn and implement modern backend technologies and architecture decisions
- Direct mentorship and feedback from the founder, fostering professional growth
- Recognition for early contributions to a socially meaningful project
- Potential networking opportunities within the nonprofit and tech communities
- Internship certificate and a letter of recommendation upon successful completion, enhancing your skilled portfolio

Equal Opportunity Ferri AI is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity organization. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, disability, or socioeconomic status. We believe that diversity enriches our team and drives innovative solutions to social challenges. All qualified candidates will be considered for the internship without regard to any protected characteristic.

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