Associate Software Developer (Fall 2026)

About AltaML

AltaML is a leading North American applied AI company with extensive experience in building and operationalizing AI software solutions. We hire to add and value problem-solvers who obsess about the customer and embody our core values: Agile, Gritty, Humble, and Happy. About the Role

This is a 4- or 8-month opportunity for current students starting in September 2026. As an

Associate Software Developer , you will help build and scale our agentic platform — an intelligent, adaptive system designed to automate workflows and support smarter decision‑making. You will collaborate with engineers, product managers, and designers to develop clean, efficient code that drives reliability and innovation. Your work will span

frontend and backend development , including fixing bugs, resolving integration challenges, developing new features, and improving platform performance. You will have the opportunity to work with

AI and agentic solutions , leveraging these tools to optimize development and delivery. This role is ideal for someone passionate about modern software development, eager to deepen technical skills, and excited to contribute to a platform at the frontier of AI and automation. Location

This posting is for a vacancy ideally based in one of our office locations: Edmonton, Calgary, Waterloo, Toronto. While we have offices in these cities, we use offices as a resource and are open to remote candidates. This opportunity is Mitacs funded and open to students enrolled at the University of Alberta, University of Calgary, University of Waterloo, University of Toronto, or Queen’s University. If you have questions about eligibility, please reach out. What you’ll do

Develop and maintain high-quality, well-documented code across frontend and backend systems Troubleshoot and resolve bugs, integration issues, and performance bottlenecks in production and staging environments Implement new features and enhancements, particularly those that improve dashboard usability and data visibility Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate technical requirements into scalable solutions Leverage 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 to maintain strong engineering practices Stay current on software trends, frameworks, and architectures to strengthen our agentic infrastructure What you bring

Progress toward a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field Proficiency in one or more modern programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, or Node.js Understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies Familiarity with frontend frameworks (React, Vue) or backend technologies (APIs, databases, microservices, or cloud infrastructure) Exposure to machine learning concepts or experience with agentic systems is an asset Strong problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills with a focus on clean, maintainable code Collaborative mindset and ability to learn quickly in a dynamic environment Responsible AI

AltaML employees, contractors, and associates must be trained in Responsible AI and empowered to enact RAI principles when developing and deploying AI solutions. They should be able to raise and escalate RAI concerns as required. AltaML is committed to elevating public discourse and awareness of AI through open, transparent communications with the broader public. Equal Opportunities

AltaML is dedicated to fostering a safe, diverse, and inclusive workplace as an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. We acknowledge that our head office is located on Treaty 6 territory and respect the histories, languages, and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and all First Peoples of Canada. We Look for A-Players Who

Express our core values Are hungry for knowledge Want to learn new skills Are respectful Collaborate across the company Share knowledge with coworkers Educate and promote AI and ML concepts Have a high work ethic and are self-motivated Our Perks

Uncapped Vacation – for all full-time, permanent employees Make an Impact – see how your work contributes to the company Working with PhD and Master Level Colleagues – engaging discussions on ML and AI Competitive Benefits – for all full-time, permanent employees Office as a Resource – hybrid work environment with collaborative spaces Big Slack Energy – flexible, relaxed culture Our Culture

You will work in a high-paced environment focused on creating unique ML solutions across multiple industries. We value hard work, collaboration, and work-life balance with flexibility in where and how you work. Core Values

Gritty, Agile, Humble, Happy. We embody these values to exceed customer expectations and empower our team. Gritty: entrepreneurial and resilient; Agile: iterative and safe-to-fail experimentation; Humble: data-informed, accountable; Happy: purposeful, collaborative culture. We may use AI tools to support parts of the hiring process (reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, assessing responses). Tools do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are made by humans. For information about data processing, please contact us.

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