Machine Learning Intern at Branch International

Job Overview

• We are expanding our product portfolio and user base in all our markets including Nigeria, and are more than ever dependent on reliable products and services to achieve our goals.
• We are looking for talented interns to join us and be part of this journey.
• As an ML engineering intern, you will work closely with experienced engineers at Branch and significantly contribute to our products and code base for 4-6 months.
• You will brainstorm, design, code, debug, and ship features serving our millions of customers while picking up skills necessary for your career.

Responsibilities

• Build out functionality for existing and new product lines and platforms such as credit, customer success, fraud, etc.
• Integrate and work with various third-party systems, including Taktile, credit bureaus, and AWS.

Qualifications

• Experience building ML applications that are more than just toy projects. Applications that have real users or an open-source project would be a great plus.
• You have a solid foundation in computer science fundamentals, ML systems, and data storage.
• Know your way through various flavours of Unix and commonly used command line utilities.
• Proficiency with at least one mainstream language like Python, Ruby, Java, etc.
• You are highly entrepreneurial.
• You take the initiative to solve problems before they arise.
• You’ve started and/or contributed to projects you’re passionate about.
• You are a great collaborator and communicator.
• You know that startups are a team sport.
• You listen to others, speak your mind, and ask the right questions.
• You are excited by the prospect of working in a distributed team and company, working with teammates from all over the world, and learning.

Benefits of Joining

• Be part of a mission-driven, fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment fostering innovation and impact.
• Receive a competitive salary and monthly stipend, reflecting your value and contributions.
• Thrive in a collaborative, flat company culture that encourages open communication and idea-sharing.
• Enjoy the flexibility of a remote-first work setup, with opportunities for occasional in-person collaboration.
• Benefit from fully paid health insurance to support your well-being.
• Enjoy team meals and social events, both virtual and in-person, to connect and bond with colleagues.