# Internship - Search Backend Infra Engineer

**Company:** [Perplexity](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/perplexity)
**Location:** Belgrade, Serbia
**Role:** Backend Engineering
**Experience:** 0+ years
**Skills:** Rust, Go, C++, AWS, Linux, CI/CD, Docker, Distributed Systems, Monitoring, Cloud Infrastructure
**Posted:** 2026-07-01

> Backend and infrastructure engineering intern supporting robust, scalable search systems in Belgrade. The role involves cloud-native AWS systems, automation, CI/CD, Linux services, containers, and backend development in Rust, Go, or C++.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Build and maintain infrastructure that supports high-performance search systems, with mentorship from senior engineers.
- Design internal tools and automation to improve developer workflows and operational efficiency.
- Support the design, deployment, and monitoring of cloud-native systems on AWS.
- Contribute to improving CI/CD pipelines, testing infrastructure, and release processes.
- Debug and optimize Linux-based services, containers, and backend systems.
- Contribute to product codebases, primarily using Rust, Go, or C++.

## Requirements
- Working toward a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Familiarity with at least one programming language such as Go, Rust, or C/C++, through coursework or projects.
- Interest in infrastructure, distributed systems, or backend engineering, with willingness to learn about CI/CD, monitoring, and performance.
- A proactive and curious learner who enjoys collaborating in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

## Nice to Have
- Basic understanding of or exposure to cloud infrastructure, such as AWS, and Linux systems.

## Compensation and Benefits
- Internship program lasting 12–24 weeks.
- Full-time, in-person internship in the Belgrade office.

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