About the role#
We are looking for a Backend Engineering Co-op to join us for an 8-month term from January to August 2027. You will work alongside our engineering team on scoped projects across our services, data integrations, and payment flows. As a co-op, you are a full member of the team. You will contribute to production code, participate in design discussions, and handle code reviews and releases. We provide mentorship and clear project scopes to ensure you can contribute from your first day.
What you'll do#
- Build and improve backend services, APIs, and integrations with guidance from experienced engineers.
- Contribute production changes in TypeScript and Node.js, including AWS Lambda-based workflows.
- Write and improve automated tests, and investigate issues in staging or production environments.
- Use AI development tools to support your work, while validating all code and behavior before shipping.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Product, Design, and CX teams to understand requirements and test the impact of your work.
- Document your findings and contribute to our internal developer experience.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related post-secondary program.
- Availability for the full 8-month term.
- Foundational experience with TypeScript or JavaScript and Node.js.
- Experience building APIs through coursework, personal projects, or previous internships.
- Evidence of projects where you designed, built, or maintained software.
- Interest in using AI development tools responsibly, with a focus on testing and security.
- Clear communication skills and an interest in our work in financial services.
- Familiarity with cloud services or serverless systems is helpful but not required.
Location & details#
- This role is based in Toronto, Ontario.
- The position follows a hybrid schedule. We will be remote in January and February, move to one day in-office in March, and transition to three days in-office starting in April 2027.
- In-office days are scheduled for Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
About Bree
Bree operates as a consumer finance platform based in Toronto. The company provides interest-free liquidity solutions to individuals managing their finances between paychecks. It serves a market of over 20 million people in Canada. Founded in 2021, the firm currently employs 34 people.
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