Application Engineer Intern Jobs in Edmonton, AB

Software Developer Intern

PulseMedica, an Edmonton-Based start-up, is looking for a Software Development Intern to join our team at our Edmonton location. They will be focused on developing our desktop application alongside our hardware and software interfaces. We are looking for a candidate who will be able to help program well-constructed, testable and scalable code.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background with a solid understanding of C++, Java, R, C#, or other object-oriented programming languages. They should have a natural curiosity for developing effective solutions, be a collaborative team player, demonstrate patience, and exhibit excellent communication skills.

About Us

PulseMedica is redefining the landscape of ophthalmic technology by developing breakthrough imaging and laser technologies for ophthalmic disease. Recognized as a Great Place to Work for four consecutive years, we've built a culture where innovation thrives and multidisciplinary teams solve complex challenges at speed. Our technology blends realtime computer vision, deep learning, and 3D imaging with highprecision laser systems to create new treatment solutions to prevent vision loss. By uniting cuttingedge research with scalable engineering, PulseMedica is creating treatment solutions that position the company to be at the forefront of the next generation in eye care.

The Opportunity

The Software Development Intern role provides a unique opportunity to work with a group of talented and energetic people and to contribute towards setting the direction for the company's future technology. The successful candidate will actively work within our team of scientists and engineers for projects involving development of new technologies, concept engineering and new product development in the ophthalmic medical device industry.

Responsibilities and Tasks

• Developing SW and FW features using C++ and Typescript (ReactJS)
• Communicating with internal stakeholders to gather requirements.
• Providing support to the hardware team to facilitate their testing and development.
• Writing short progress reports to help the team understand your accomplishments and challenges you faced/are facing.
• Doing solution analysis to quantifiably compare different methods of solving a problem.
• Documenting implemented solutions.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor of computer sciences degree, computer software engineering degree, or an equivalent educational background.
• Strong programming skills and experience in one of C++, Java, C#, C, or another object oriented language.
• Strong grasp of structured and clean programming with a focus on high efficiency and performance.
• Must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment.
• Must have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.

Requirements

• Experience with programming of large projects using C++.
• Experience with developing UI using React and typescript.
• Experience with multi-threading, preferably using C++.
• Familiarity with early-stage product development in the medical device industry and good documentation practices.
• GitHub
• Agile Development Methodologies
• Unit testing

Anticipated Start Date: September 1, 2026

Duration: 8 months, Temporary Full Time (40 hours per week)

Salary: $22 - $28/hour

Location: Edmonton

What you can expect from PulseMedica:

• Free on-site gym (Jackson's Gym)
• A role that contributes to helping change people's lives by enhancing their vision
• A unique opportunity to build, grow, and be part of a team that is going to revolutionize a multi-billion dollar industry
• Gain experience in large-scale, complex SW systems involving both SW and HW.
• Growth opportunities
• Monthly team events including competitive skribbl, trivia, arcade competitions etc.
• Working for a Great Place to Work certified company!

We believe that diverse teams perform better and that fostering an inclusive work environment is a key part of growing a successful team. We welcome people of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to apply for this position.