Backend Software Developer Intern/Co-op, Robinhood
Fall 2025
$33 CAD
Commission-free stock trading platform
Be an early applicant
Commission-free stock trading platform
1001+ employees
Be an early applicant
$33 CAD
1001+ employees
Company mission
To democratize finance for all.
Role
Who you are
- If you’re invigorated by our mission, values, and drive to change the world — we’d love to have you apply
- Currently enrolled in a full-time, degree-seeking program with an expected graduation date in Spring/Winter 2026
- Strong CS fundamentals
- Passion and interest in financial technology
- Prior software engineering experience from internships, hackathons, or side projects
- Familiarity with Python/Django or Go, and an understanding of relational databases and transactions
- A passion for finance and a desire to learn more about the domain
What the job involves
- At Robinhood, you will be building and owning certain backend services and infrastructure that power our core financial products
- You will also gain a unique look into how the US financial systems works on the inside and strengthen your financial-domain knowledge
- As a Software Developer Co-Op on the Ops Platform team at Robinhood, you'll be part of the team that builds tools and automations that power Robinhood’s operational capabilities across the entire organization
- By collaborating with a diverse range of operational teams, including Fraud Operations, Account Operations, and FinCrimes Operations, we create centralized case management platform, and solutions that enable operational efficiency by automating manual tasks
- Work closely with a dedicated mentor who will guide you through your co-op, from onboarding to making an impact at Robinhood, while deepening your understanding of our tech stack and the financial domain
- Design, build, test, and release software solutions that meet stringent correctness and scalability requirements
- Leverage Large Language Models (LLMs) to assist operational teams in triaging cases, improving accuracy, and reducing turnaround time
- Partner with various cross-functional teams to solve critical problems across the Robinhood organization
- Maintain and scale an existing codebase using technologies such as Python/Django and Go
Our take
For years, traditional brokers ruled the share trading realm, charging hefty fees that locked out everyday investors. Robinhood emerged as a disruptor, offering commission-free trading and opening the door to a new generation. Its innovative model thrives on premium features like increased buying power and extended trading hours, attracting a younger audience drawn to meme stocks like AMC and GameStop.
But Robinhood's not just about quick thrills. The company claims its mission lies in catering to "the unmet needs of the next generation," evidenced by its "Robinhood Retirement" launch, targeting gig-economy workers often excluded from financial planning. This commitment to accessibility aligns with its core values.
However, 2023 brought unexpected turbulence, as Robinhood became entangled in the FTX cryptocurrency exchange bankruptcy scandal when it emerged that the US Department of Justice seized hundreds of millions of dollars of the company's shares tied to FTX founder Bankman-Fried. Despite these challenges, Robinhood successfully bought back the missing stock, and its impact on democratizing finance remains undeniable.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
Company
Funding (last 2 of 13 rounds)
Feb 2021
$2.4bn
CONVERTIBLE
Jan 2021
$1bn
LATE VC
Total funding: $5.6bn
Company benefits
- Well-being - Premium medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Family & home life - Parental leave, personal prosperity benefits
- Comfort & care - Annual lifestyle stipend
- Office life - Catered meals and fully stocked kitchen, commuter benefits
- Growth - Education and training, community events, career mentorships
Company HQ
Downtown Menlo Park, Menlo Park, CA
Leadership
Vlad Tenev
(Co-Founder)Studied Mathematics at Stanford University, where they met their fellow co-founder. Dropped out of a PhD to start Robinhood.
Baiju B.
(Co-Founder)Studied Mathematics and Physics at Stanford University, where they met their fellow co-founder.
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