Qualifications
Role OverviewAs a Software Engineering Intern (Backend) at Serval, you will engage directly with pivotal components of our platform as we build AI-driven automation tailored for contemporary IT teams. This is a hands-on internship where you will contribute actual production code, gain insights into the development of an early-stage product, and witness your work delivered to customers.What You'll DoCollaborate closely with our CTO and founding engineering team to enhance backend product capabilities.Contribute to backend services that facilitate Serval’s AI-powered automation workflows.Acquire knowledge on designing, implementing, and testing scalable systems in a real-world production environment.Assist us in swiftly achieving key product milestones, including launching and iterating core platform features.What You'll NeedCurrently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline with an expected graduation date between December 2026 and 2028.Strong foundational knowledge in computer science principles and programming.Familiarity with backend development technologies and frameworks.Excellent problem-solving skills and a passion for innovation.
About the job
Who We Are
Serval is an innovative AI-driven automation platform that is revolutionizing enterprise operations. We create intelligent agents capable of comprehending real-world workflows and executing them end-to-end, effectively replacing outdated manual processes and rigid legacy systems with adaptable, learning software. Established in early 2024, Serval has quickly gained the trust of industry leaders such as General Motors, Notion, Perplexity, Vercel, Mercor, LangChain, and Verkada to streamline high-volume, complex operational tasks within their organizations.
At the heart of Serval lies an agentic AI platform that transforms natural language into production-ready workflows. Our agents do not merely respond to inquiries; they analyze, take decisive actions across various systems, and continuously evolve through usage. Initially focused on operational applications, we have swiftly expanded to create a comprehensive AI automation layer applicable across IT, HR, Finance, Security, Legal, and Engineering.
Our mission is to eradicate monotonous, manual tasks throughout enterprises, empowering teams through intelligent automation. Ultimately, we are developing a universal AI operations layer — a cohesive system of agents that operates across diverse business functions and manages the workflows essential for modern companies to thrive.
We are supported by prominent investors including Sequoia Capital, Redpoint Ventures, Meritech, First Round, General Catalyst, Elad Gil, among others, and are founded by product and engineering experts from Verkada.
About Serval
Serval is at the forefront of AI automation, providing a transformative platform that empowers enterprises to enhance their operational efficiency. By leveraging cutting-edge AI technology, we aim to eliminate redundant tasks and foster intelligent automation throughout various business functions. Our commitment to innovation has garnered recognition from industry giants, positioning us as a trusted partner in the realm of AI-driven solutions.