Associate Software Engineer

• Build and scale AltaML’s agentic platform for workflow automation and smarter decision-making
• Develop and maintain high-quality, well-documented frontend and backend code
• Troubleshoot bugs, integration issues, and performance bottlenecks in production and staging environments
• Implement features and enhancements improving dashboard usability and data visibility
• Collaborate with engineers, product managers, and designers to translate technical requirements into scalable solutions
• Use AI and agentic development tools to automate testing, improve code efficiency, and streamline CI/CD pipelines
• Contribute to technical documentation, code reviews, and agile workflows
• Stay current on software trends, frameworks, and architectures and strengthen agentic infrastructure

Requirements

• Current student enrolled at the U of Alberta, U of Calgary, U Waterloo, or U of Toronto
• Progress toward a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field
• Proficiency in one or more of Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, or Node.js
• Solid understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies
• Familiarity with frontend frameworks such as React or Vue, or backend technologies including APIs, databases, microservices, or cloud infrastructure
• Exposure to machine learning concepts or experience working with agentic systems is an asset
• Strong problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills
• Ability to produce clean, maintainable code
• Collaborative mindset and ability to learn quickly
• Eligibility for a Mitacs-funded opportunity
• Successful completion of background checks

Core Competencies

Demonstrates proficiency in Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, and Node.js, with a solid understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies. Capable of producing clean, maintainable code while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams to enhance workflow automation and decision-making processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Python Proficiency
• JavaScript Proficiency
• TypeScript Proficiency
• React Framework Familiarity
• Agile Methodologies Understanding

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Python
• JavaScript
• TypeScript
• Node.js
• Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
• Agile Methodologies
• Frontend Frameworks
• APIs
• Databases
• Microservices

Soft Skills

• Problem-Solving
• Debugging
• Analytical Skills
• Collaborative Mindset
• Quick Learner

Industry Keywords

• Workflow Automation
• Decision-Making
• Performance Bottlenecks
• Data Visibility
• Technical Requirements

Tools & Technologies

• Agentic Development Tools
• CI/CD Pipelines
• Machine Learning Concepts
• Technical Documentation
• Code Reviews