Apprentice - Backend Engineering

Overview Of The Company

Fox CorporationUnder the FOX banner, we produce and distribute content through some of the world’s leading and most valued brands, including: FOX News Media, FOX Sports, FOX Entertainment, FOX Television Stations and Tubi Media Group. We empower a diverse range of creators to imagine and develop culturally significant content, while building an organization that thrives on creative ideas, operational expertise and strategic thinking.

Job Description

Fox Tech is looking for a motivated and curious Backend Engineer Apprentice for a one-year program with a focus on AI/ML. This apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to work on real-world AI/ML-driven backend systems, gaining hands-on experience in building and scaling modern software applications. In this role, you will develop expertise in backend development, cloud services, API design, and the integration of AI models and services. You will also collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, high-performance software solutions.

Think of FOX as a startup with the resources and stability of a Fortune 500 company. You’ll be joining a new team with the freedom to reinvent, disrupt, and innovate in a highly collaborative environment. FOX has always embraced the spirit of disruption, and now we’re looking for like-minded engineers to push the boundaries of what entertainment can be. Join us to make sports, news, and entertainment more personal, immersive, and interactive than ever.

About the Role:
As a Backend Engineering Apprentice, you will contribute to the design, development, and deployment of enterprise-level applications. Working closely with experienced engineers, you’ll build scalable APIs, integrate AI/ML models into backend systems, and explore modern software engineering practices. This role is designed to grow your technical depth and give you hands-on experience in backend and AI-driven product engineering.

About You:
You’re passionate about software engineering and eager to learn backend development at scale. You bring curiosity, strong analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills to your work. You’re excited about applying backend engineering to real-world problems and thrive in collaborative, fast-paced environments.

A Snapshot Of The Responsibilities:

• Assist in designing, developing, and maintaining backend services and APIs.
• Support the integration of AI/ML models and services into production systems.
• Contribute to database design, optimization, and performance tuning.
• Work on cloud-native applications and gain hands-on experience with deployment pipelines.
• Collaborate with frontend and data teams to build end-to-end solutions.
• Participate in code reviews to improve quality, readability, and performance.
• Assist in monitoring, debugging, and troubleshooting backend applications.
• Engage in learning sessions to expand your backend and AI/ML engineering skills.
• Provide regular updates to team leads and stakeholders on development progress.

What You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science (2025 pass-out only).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of programming languages such as GoLang, Python, or JavaScript.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs, databases (SQL/NoSQL), and basic networking concepts.
• Understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) is a plus.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions) is an advantage.
• Solid understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Eagerness to learn, collaborate, and take ownership of tasks.
• Hybrid work model: flexibility between remote and in-office collaboration.

Additional Information:

• Opportunity to work on high-impact backend systems powering real-world products.
• Hands-on exposure to backend engineering practices, cloud-native applications, and AI integrations.
• Mentorship, training, and continuous learning opportunities.
• A collaborative and supportive environment designed to help you grow as an engineer.
• Learn more about Fox Tech at https://tech.fox.com 

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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.