Fullstack Software Engineer Internship (2027/2028)

This role is prioritised for students currently enrolled at a Singapore-based institution in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline. You will join our development team and build features end to end, from working frontend to backend, designing APIs and MCP servers, improving test coverage, to deploying your work through CI/CD pipelines. AI-assisted development is a core part of our engineering practice and you will build practical skills in using these tools effectively while retaining ownership of the code you ship. While the custom services team focus on client work, the products team builds products and platforms for custom AI and XR * solutions, and interns can be involved in both teams. Beyond software engineering, you will also take part in client discussions, understanding user value through requirements gathering, contribute to system design, proposing creative solutions with our consultants, and most importantly work directly with our designers to uphold the high quality UX Red Airship is known for. We are looking for individuals who are motivated by solving difficult technical problems, and who value working in a team built on open communication and direct, constructive feedback. *XR = mixed reality on Apple Vision Pro and Meta Quest About Red Airship Red Airship is a growing Singapore-based company focusing on designing and developing custom software for SMEs and MNCs in finance, banking, e-commerce, business, social, and the arts. We specialize in native mobile, Web, AI and spatial computing applications using modern cloud architecture, cutting edge technology and lovingly crafted UI UX. A little history We started as a humble Mobile and Drupal specialist in 2013 to help our clients build great products. We have since expanded our user research capabilities, design thinking, Agile, and diversified into various technologies to become more technology agnostic. We consult startups, SMEs, enterprises, and Government agencies to identify strategic opportunities, and provide design and development services to improve user experiences, scale their systems and develop innovative products. Today, we are a growing team of developers and designers who work together with a mission to improve people's lives through high-quality design and technology. We collaborate closely with our clients to make an impact on populations across the region. We are a proud adopter of the Tripartite Standards - an initiative that distinguishes Singapore's progressive employers. Culture Culture is a big part of Red Airship, and our people are our most valuable asset. We are committed to continuously improving a culture. We are searching for the best people who excel in their roles and contribute to the company’s health, happiness, and growth. Inclusivity and openness are essential traits, with regular company-wide and team events. We are also committed to providing a safe and optimal environment for our people, subscribing to the idea of learning through fun-to-fail experimentation. Here are some personal qualities we’re looking for: • Humble and empathetic • Getting things done • Hungry to learn in an ever-evolving field • Inquisitive and not afraid to ask all the questions, no matter how basic • Desire to learn new skills and new technologies • Adaptable to the myriad of challenges each day can present • Receive and provide feedback with tact and care • Ready to roll up your sleeves and help others, getting involved in projects where you feel you can add value • Ready to challenge the status quo • Strive for excellence in your work, your team and the company • Entrepreneurial spirit and a sense of personal accountability • Passionate to build products that will improve everyday life and bring joy to its users • Willing to adopt AI tools to increase your productivity, without losing sight of quality and ownership Specific Responsibilities: Interns to be involved in (depends on the project you are assigned to): • Pair-program with the team lead and other developers on real client projects across web, mobile, AI, spatial computing for MNCs and SMEs in Singapore. • Contribute to technical design documents, building your ability to reason about system architecture and trade-offs. • Integrate AI-assisted tooling into your daily workflow and learn its strengths and limits. • Develop unit and integration tests with AI tools, review them for accuracy and coverage, and perform manual testing where automation is not practical. • Take part in code reviews as both author and reviewer, giving clear, constructive feedback and acting on feedback you receive. • Collaborate with designers and business users to understand requirements, resolve ambiguity, and turn them into a clear scope of work or features. • Take part in sprint rituals, including planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives, as well as team activities. Technical Skills and Competencies Intern will learn during the Internship: • Hands-on experience with our current stack. The team works across a wide range of technologies, so what you pick up will depend on your interests and who you pair with: • Languages and frameworks: TypeScript, React, Nextjs, Nestjs, Node.js, Swift, Kotlin, iOS and visionOS • Mobile: iOS (Swift), Android (Kotlin) • AI: Claude Code, Cursor, Open AI and similar tools • Testing: Jest and Playwright for unit, integration, and end-to-end tests; XCTest for iOS • Tooling: Nx, pnpm, Git, GitLab CI/CD, Docker, PM2, Xcode, TestFlight, JetBrain IDE’s • Collaboration: Figma, ClickUp, Jira, Slack • Cloud: mainly AWS and Cloudflare Internship Period For a meaningful internship, we find the ideal duration to be at least/ more than 5 months. This internship is for fulfilment in 2027 and we will be reviewing/shortlisting the candidates sometime in Q4 of 2026 - Q1 of 2027. Training Provided • Foundational web development concepts. • Development courses matched to your chosen track: web, mobile, vis…