Job Description

The International Potato Center (CIP) is looking for one
(1) Data Full-Stack Development Intern to provide support to Digital & Data
Department in Lima, Peru.

About CIP: CIP is part
of the CGIAR global research partnership committed to transforming food, land,
and water systems in a climate crisis. CIP’s mission is to develop and share
science-based innovations in potato, sweetpotato, and other root and tuber
crops. CIP partners with organizations in over 20 countries in Africa, Asia,
and Latin America to strengthen agri-food systems and provide economic, social,
and nutritional benefits, especially for women and youth. We integrate social
and biophysical sciences to address complex challenges in food and agriculture.
For more information, please visit https://cipotato.org/about/.

Key responsibilities:

  • Develop and productionize a React-based frontend,
    including wizard and curator interfaces.

  • Strengthen backend services (Python and Node.js),
    improving performance, reliability, and API design.

  • Implement and maintain AWS-based infrastructure
    (Lambda, AppSync, RDS, DynamoDB, S3, Cognito).

  • Automate data pipelines, including monthly GRIN-Global
    data updates.

  • Prototype AI/LLM tools (prompt versioning, RAG
    experiments, evaluation workflows).

  • Establish CI/CD pipelines, testing frameworks, and
    system monitoring.

  • Ensure system security, documentation, and readiness
    for production deployment.

  • ​Collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute
    to scalable solutions for CGIAR genebanks.

Requirements

What are we looking for?

  • Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from
    Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related
    field.

  • ​Ranked in the upper third of their faculty (mandatory
    requirement).

  • Strong programming skills in Python and
    JavaScript/TypeScript (Node.js, React).

  • Proven experience developing full-stack applications
    (APIs, databases, frontend, authentication).

  • Familiarity with Git, code review, testing, and CI/CD
    practices.

  • Ability to document work clearly and follow structured
    development processes.

  • Proficiency in English and Spanish.

Benefits

Why should you consider this opportunity?

  • CIP is a global and reputable international
    organization that has a strong, state-of-the-art R&D background.

  • CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improving
    nutrition and well-being, and gender equity for poor people in roots, tubers
    farming and food systems in the developing world.

  • CIP is a member of the CGIAR, a global partnership
    that unites international organizations engaged in research about food
    security. CGIAR research aims to reduce rural poverty, increase food security,
    improve human health and nutrition, and sustainable management of natural
    resources.

What are we offering?

  • CIP
    provides the opportunity to work in a prestigious international organization.

  • Excellent
    working environment.

  • In and
    out buses for different routes in Lima

  • Comprehensive
    insurance coverage.

  • 6
    months-term agreements with possibility of renewal.

  • Work in
    an equal and diverse workplace.

How to apply?

Please visit
the following link: http://cipotato.org/open-vacancies/ to submit
your cover letter and a full C.V. along with your references (preferable
recent supervisors). Internal candidates are welcome and encouraged to
apply for this job opportunity. Nevertheless, we highly encourage all
interested candidates to participate in this exciting and competitive
process. The deadline for the receipt of applications is June 03 , 2026.

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