Associate Software Engineer (Winter 2027)

About Us:
AltaML is an applied artificial intelligence company, building and deploying solutions for organizations where the problems are real and the stakes are high, across public sector, construction, energy, and finance.

We believe in making small bets, failing fast, and being better together. We are on the lookout for creative problem-solvers, out-of-the-box thinkers who strive to solve big problems alongside clients, and early tech adopters driven to achieve success.
We don't hire for fit; we hire to add. We are looking for people who play by our core values of being: Agile, Gritty, Humble, and Happy. If you're passionate about AI/ML, thrive in a dynamic environment, and want to work with a diverse team of wickedly smart people, we want to hear from you!

About the Role:
 
Please note: This is a 4 or 8-month opportunity for current students looking for work experience starting in January 2027.
 
As an Associate Software Engineer you’ll play a hands-on role in building and scaling our agentic platform — an intelligent, adaptive system designed to automate workflows and power smarter decision-making. You’ll collaborate with engineers, product managers, and designers to develop clean, efficient code that drives both reliability and innovation.
Your work will span frontend and backend development, from fixing bugs and resolving integration challenges to developing new features and improving platform performance. You’ll also have the opportunity to work directly with AI and agentic solutions, leveraging these tools to optimize development, accelerate delivery, and shape how intelligent systems interact with one another.
This role is ideal for someone who’s passionate about modern software engineering, eager to deepen their technical foundation, and excited to contribute to a platform at the frontier of AI and automation.
 
Location: This posting is for an existing vacancy for a candidate based in Edmonton, Calgary, Toronto.
 
Participating Universities: This opportunity is currently open to anyone that is currently enrolled at the U of Alberta, U of Calgary, U Waterloo, U of Toronto. As this is a Mitacs funded opportunity, please reach out if you have questions regarding your eligibility.
 
Application Process:
 
Step 1: Apply
Step 2: You will be notified prior to the application deadline if you are moving to the next stage (via email correspondence)
Step 3: Online technical assessments
Step 4: 45 minute interview
Step 5: Background checks and offer
Step 6: Welcome to AltaML!