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Junior Software Engineer Intern Jobs in Waterloo, ON

Magna

Junior Full Stack Developer Coop

Milton, ON · On-site

The [Junior Full Stack Developer - coop] role is to help plan, design, develop, test, launch, and ... This includes researching, designing, documenting, and modifying software programs and applications ...

Ford Motor Company

Software Engineer

Waterloo, ON · Hybrid

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer to join the Ford Flashing Tool Team . Our ... You will drive the architectural evolution of our flashing ecosystem, mentor junior engineers, and ...

RideCo

Full Stack Software Engineer

Waterloo, ON · Hybrid

CA$100K - CA$140K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • PTO

Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior and mid-level developers. Testing and ... Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline. * 3 - 5 years of ...

Acceldata

Software Engineering Co-op

Kitchener, ON

Summary As a Software Engineering Co-op at Acceldata Inc in Canada, you will have the opportunity ... Why Intern With Us: At Acceldata, you won't just be writing code; you'll be shaping the foundation ...

ALS

Junior Machine Learning Engineer

Waterloo, ON · On-site

CA$80K - CA$95K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Junior Machine Learning Engineer on the Global AI Team, you will support the design ... Knowledge of software engineering practices such as version control, testing, CI/CD, and ...

Manulife

Senior Full Stack Software Engineer

Waterloo, ON

CA$107K - CA$199K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of continuous learning and knowledge sharing ... Strong understanding of software engineering best practices (design patterns, secure coding ...

Syntronic

Lead Software Developer (AOSP)

Waterloo, ON

CA$140K - CA$170K/yr

We are seeking a Lead Software Engineer to drive the design, development, and maintenance of ... Lead a small team of junior developers, providing guidance, conducting design reviews, and ...

Gerdau

ENGINEERING INTERN

Cambridge, ON

CA$27/hr

ENGINEERING INTERN - ROLLING MILL OPERATIONS At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and ... Utilize CAD modeling software to assist with the design and development of equipment changes ...

Gore Mutual Insurance

Senior Software Engineer, AWS

Cambridge, ON · Hybrid

CA$79K - CA$129K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Mentor and support junior engineers and operations team members on AWS and Amazon Connect best practices Support continuous improvement and innovation of the contact center platform * Evaluate new ...

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What does a junior software engineer intern do?

A Junior Software Engineer Intern assists with coding, testing, and debugging software under the guidance of more experienced engineers. They often work on small features or bug fixes, attend team meetings, and learn about the company's development processes. Interns gain hands-on experience with programming languages, development tools, and real-world projects, while building foundational skills for a future career in software engineering.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a junior software engineer intern?

To thrive as a Junior Software Engineer Intern, you need a foundational understanding of programming languages (such as Python, Java, or C++), basic software development principles, and enrollment in or completion of a relevant degree program. Familiarity with version control systems like Git, integrated development environments (IDEs), and issue-tracking tools is highly valuable. Strong problem-solving skills, eagerness to learn, and effective teamwork and communication abilities set standout interns apart. These skills and qualities enable interns to quickly adapt, contribute to projects, and grow within dynamic software development teams.

What types of projects can a junior software engineer intern expect to work on during their internship?

As a Junior Software Engineer Intern, you will typically be assigned to real-world projects that align with the team's current goals, such as developing new features, fixing bugs, or assisting with code reviews. Interns often collaborate closely with senior engineers and participate in agile sprints, gaining exposure to the full software development lifecycle. These projects are designed to help you build foundational programming skills, familiarize yourself with company tools and workflows, and contribute meaningful work to the organization. Regular feedback and mentorship are common, supporting your technical and professional growth throughout the internship.

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Senior Software Engineer - Open Data Platform (ODP)

Acceldata

Kitchener, ON • On-site, Remote

CA$100K - CA$140K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Re-posted 6 hours ago

Job description

ABOUT US
Acceldata is the market leader in Enterprise Data Observability. Founded in 2018 and backed by top investors including Insight Partners, March Capital, Lightspeed, Sorenson Ventures, Industry Ventures, and Emergent Ventures, we are a Series-C funded company headquartered in Silicon Valley.
 
Our Enterprise Data Observability Platform-the first of its kind-helps enterprises build and operate world-class data products by ensuring data is reliable, trusted, and ready to power today's most critical technologies, including AI, LLMs, Analytics, and DataOps.
 
Delivered as a SaaS solution, Acceldata is trusted by leading global organizations such as HPE, HSBC, Visa, Freddie Mac, Manulife, Workday, Oracle, PubMatic, PhonePe (Walmart), Hershey's, Dun & Bradstreet, and many more.

ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer with at least 7 years of experience in distributed systems or data platform development. In this role, you will design, build, and scale components of the Acceldata Open Data Platform (ODP), contributing to open-source technologies and solving real-world challenges in large-scale data infrastructure.
 
The Acceldata Open Data Platform (ODP) brings together the best of the modern data ecosystem, including technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, Hive, Trino, Kafka, NiFi, MLFlow, Pinot, and more, to help organizations run complex analytical workloads at scale while maintaining flexibility and avoiding vendor lock-in.
 
Product Link: https://www.acceldata.io/open-data-platform
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Lead the design, development, and implementation of complex features for the Open Source Data Platform.
  • Architect scalable and robust solutions, ensuring high performance and reliability.
  • Mentor and guide junior software engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
  • Drive technical discussions and provide expertise in technology selection and best practices.
  • Contribute to the strategic direction of the Open Source Data Platform project.
  • Perform thorough code reviews, ensuring code quality, maintainability, and adherence to standards.
  • Work across diverse environments: Bare Metals, VM, and Kubernetes.
REQUIREMENTS
  • Mandatory Linux proficiency for automation and efficient use of Linux shortcuts for troubleshooting.
  • Familiarity with Kubernetes, Docker, and cloud environments.
  • Ability to manage threads and debug issues related to deadlocks or memory leaks.
  • Strong comprehension of garbage collection tuning and management challenges.
  • Extensive hands-on experience with advanced Java, Scala, or Python, developed and prepared project build models associated with Maven, Gradle, or SBT.
  • Experienced in Github & Nexus management and its use cases.
  • Profound understanding of software engineering, database concepts, virtualisation and architectural patterns.
  • Comprehensive knowledge and a history of significant contributions to past projects.
  • Past experience of mentoring junior engineers in handling critical issues or tasks.
  • Proven capability in fixing bugs and developing new features within complex software systems.
  • Experience working with Big data stack or its ecosystem components, utilizing appropriate frameworks for application development.
  • Demonstrated fluency in English communication.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership, presenting technical accomplishments and strategic insights.
  • Strong capacity for collaboration with internal teams, external contributors, and the broader open-source community.
PREFERRED SKILLS
  • Demonstrated history of contributions or a committer role in Apache projects (e.g., bug fixes, feature development, documentation).
  • Proficiency in identifying performance bottlenecks within big data applications and frameworks.
  • Experience with the migration of applications, Hadoop-based distributions, or data streaming platforms.
  • Familiarity with distributed systems and architectural patterns optimised for scalable data processing.
$100,000 - $140,000 a year
The hiring pay range provides a guide for what we would reasonably pay for the position. Pay is determined by various factors including market demand, applicable skills, work experience and education, location, company budget, and in-demand skill sets.
WHY JOIN US
At Acceldata, you won't just be writing code; you'll be shaping the foundation of modern data platforms used by some of the world's largest enterprises. You'll work alongside seasoned engineers and open-source contributors who are passionate about solving complex distributed systems challenges at scale. Every project you take on will directly impact how a data platform is managed, observed, and optimized across hybrid and cloud ecosystems.
 
This is your chance to build technology that truly matters, software that drives mission-critical pipelines, scales to petabytes, and influences the open-source community at large. We move fast, value creativity, and reward innovation. If you're looking for a place where your ideas can become real systems and your work can be seen, used, and respected across the data ecosystem - Acceldata is where you belong.

At Acceldata, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of job history, disability, gender identity, religion, race, color, caste, marital/parental status, veteran status, or any other special status. We stand against the discrimination of employees and individuals and are proud to be an equitable workplace that welcomes individuals from all walks of life if they fit the designated roles and responsibilities.
 
#LifeAtAcceldata is all about working with some of the best minds in the industry and experiencing a culture that values an 'out-of-the-box' mindset. If you want to push boundaries, learn continuously, and grow to be the best version of yourself, Acceldata is the place to be! 
 
We also believe in providing our employees with the right tools and resources to help them excel at their jobs. We offer:
- PTO Plan with unlimited negative balance
- RRSP Plan
- Up to 100% employer-paid benefit options for health, dental, and vision coverage
- Supplemental Benefits
- Apple Air Mac Equipment
- Office gym access (includes workout equipment, basketball court, and showers)
- Becoming part of the team that coined the term "Data Observability"!
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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