Intern-Backend Developer at Cadence in Santa Fe, NM

Summary: Cadence is a technology company focused on developing leaders and innovators. They are seeking a motivated Backend Developer Intern to join their engineering team for the summer, focusing on building and enhancing backend services for a Python/Django application deployed on AWS. Responsibilities: - Develop, enhance, and maintain backend features using Python and Django - Assist in designing and implementing RESTful APIs and data models - Work with AWS services (e.g., Lambda, S3, RDS, ECS) to support application functionality and deployment workflows - Collaborate with senior engineers on debugging, testing, and performance optimization - Participate in code reviews and follow established engineering and security best practices - Write clear, maintainable code and documentation Required Qualifications: - Working toward a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field - Foundational experience with Python and understanding of web frameworks (Django preferred) - Basic familiarity with relational databases (PostgreSQL/MySQL) and REST APIs - Strong problem‑solving skills and willingness to learn in a fast‑paced environment - Ability to work collaboratively as part of a distributed engineering team Preferred Qualifications: - Exposure to AWS or other cloud platforms is a plus Required Skills: Python, Django, AWS Important Skills: REST APIs, Relational databases Nice-to-Have Skills: Problem-solving, Collaboration