Spyne is an AI‑first automotive retail startup that is reshaping how cars are marketed, showcased and sold. Founded on a generative‑AI visual platform for dealerships, the company has quickly expanded into a full‑stack retail ecosystem serving customers across the United States and Europe. Backed by $16 million in Series A funding from Vertex Ventures, Accel and other leading investors, Spyne is scaling its product suite, hiring top talent, and building a culture that blends cutting‑edge AI research with real‑world product delivery. The firm’s mission is to make car buying as seamless and personalized as online shopping, leveraging computer vision, large language models and data‑driven insights. As a Software Development Engineer (SDE) Intern, you will be embedded in Spyne’s Technology team and will get hands‑on exposure to both frontend and backend development. You will collaborate daily with seasoned engineers, product managers, and AI researchers to ship features that power the company’s flagship platform. The internship is designed for fast learners who enjoy turning abstract ideas into production‑grade code, debugging complex issues, and contributing to a product used by thousands of users worldwide. Key Responsibilities: 1. Design, develop, and ship frontend components using React.js. 2. Implement backend services and REST APIs with Node.js. 3. Write efficient database queries and contribute to data‑model design. 4. Translate UI/UX mockups and product requirements into functional, scalable features. 5. Debug production issues, perform root‑cause analysis, and optimise performance. 6. Participate in code reviews, enforce coding standards and best practices. 7. Collaborate with AI and data teams to integrate machine‑learning outputs into user‑facing features. 8. Maintain version control using Git and follow CI/CD pipelines. 9. Document technical decisions and create clear API documentation. 10. Take ownership of end‑to‑end delivery for assigned modules under mentorship. Tech Stack: React.js, JavaScript/TypeScript, Node.js, Express, PostgreSQL/MySQL, Git, AWS (basic), RESTful APIs. Growth Path: High‑performing interns are offered a Performance‑Based PPO (Pre‑Placement Offer) after the 6‑month stint, leading to a full‑time Software Engineer role with clear career ladders into senior engineering, AI integration, or product ownership tracks. Why Join Spyne? You will work on AI‑driven products that have tangible impact on the automotive market, receive mentorship from industry veterans, and experience the dynamism of a fast‑growing startup. The role offers real responsibility, a collaborative environment, and the chance to shape the future of digital car retailing.