AI-First Engineering Intern

About DevExplore and Xsolla

DevExplore is seeking an AI-First Engineering Intern to join a company transitioning into an AI-centered organization. Xsolla, a key collaborator, is a global commerce platform based in Los Angeles that supports over 1,500 game developers with tools for funding, distributing, marketing, and monetizing games worldwide.

Role Overview

This internship offers a hands-on opportunity to build and deploy AI-driven software that serves both internal teams and external users including game developers and players. The focus will be on developing AI tools to streamline operations and creating proof-of-concept applications leveraging Xsolla's APIs and SDKs to highlight AI's potential in accelerating development.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy production-quality AI solutions collaboratively with senior engineers, targeting operational inefficiencies.
• Create applications that leverage Xsolla's APIs and SDKs to demonstrate enhancements in speed through AI assistance.
• Utilize agentic coding platforms such as Claude Code or Cursor as primary development tools.
• Conduct weekly concise presentations showcasing AI problem-solving approaches and outcomes.
• Work autonomously with minimal procedural oversight, designing and implementing effective solutions guided by mentor support.
• Engage in collaborative exchanges with senior mentors and international intern cohorts to share ideas, codebases, and AI workflows.

Candidate Profile

• Currently pursuing or recently graduated from a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related disciplines.
• Strong builder mentality demonstrated through personal projects, hackathon participation, or contributions to open-source software.
• Practical experience utilizing agentic coding tools (e.g., Claude Code, Cursor, Copilot) to develop tangible applications rather than just theoretical prompting.
• Proactive and able to initiate development and problem-solving effectively even when presented with vague or incomplete directions.
• Competent in full-stack development with a rapid learning curve for adopting new technologies.

Application Instructions

• Provide a portfolio link featuring GitHub repositories, live projects, or self-initiated work samples.
• Submit a brief explanation (2–3 sentences or a short video) describing a challenging project recently undertaken and the motivation behind it.