Job Opportunity: Software Developer Co-op
Duration: 8 Months, 12 months or 16 months
Start Date: May 5, 2025
Location: Vancouver, BC
Work-Model: Hybrid
About Us
Cambio Earth is an enterprise SaaS company headquartered in Vancouver, BC. With a foundation of more than 20 years as part of BGC Engineering, Cambio Earth is charting a new course, grounded in deep earth science expertise, with a mission to transform climate resiliency for critical infrastructure (think: pipelines, railways, roads, highways, mines, dams, levees and other assets). We do that by unlocking real-time earth science intelligence through advanced geospatial data integration, distributed services and microservices, machine learning, and some sweet analytics and visualization tools.
Going back to our mission, the climate is changing, and the exact implications remain unclear for infrastructure operators, governments, and communities. What we know is that the frequency of geohazards such as floods, landslides, rockfalls, earthquakes, wildfires and hurricanes is increasing and threatens the integrity of critical infrastructure. We are looking for like-minded individuals who want to work on a highly scalable, cutting edge, distributed application that helps protect people, essential services, and the environment to join our team.
The Role
The Software Developer Co-op will be a part of Cambio Earth Systems' software development team working alongside engineers and geoscientists to develop safety critical software applications. Apply your software development knowledge to help develop applications that warn our clients about potential geological hazards and risks. You will have the opportunity to conquer unique challenges developing web applications using a state-of-the-art geographical information system (GIS) with cloud infrastructures. This opportunity is located in Vancouver, BC and is a hybrid position. The start date of this position is May 5, 2025.
Responsibilities
- Develop enterprise geohazard management web application using the React framework and Esri ArcGIS
- Integrate features with a cross-platform mobile application developed with Xamarin for offline use in the field
- Work on features from beginning to end. Help refine User Stories by gathering requirements from stakeholders. Develop software using best in class tools and industry best practices. Be responsible for testing software you've written manually and through automation scripts. Take part in releasing the software into production
- Be an integral part of the software team. Work alongside our more seasoned team members in a collaborative Scrum/Agile environment
- Stay curious and keep an open mind for new technologies and ideas
Required Education, Experience & Competencies
- Computer Science or Engineering student in 3rd or 4th year
- Experience with at least one modern programming language such as C#, Java or equivalent
- Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
- Basic understanding of databases such as MS SQL, MySQL
- Self-motivated and a genuine desire to learn new skills
Company Benefits
Cambio Earth offers our employees the following:
- Our ‘One Team’ culture supporting health, wellness, safety and diversity
- Mentoring opportunities
- Flat management structure
- Flexible workplace with office and home arrangements
- Social and wellness activities
- Casual and professional work environment
The base annual equivalent salary for this position will be commensurate with the number of computer science or equivalent work terms completed as follows: $47,000/yr for 0-1 work terms, $52,000/yr for 2-3 work terms and $57,000/yr for students who have completed 4 or more work terms. Salary is pro-rated for the term of employment.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Cambio Earth strives to create a workplace where equity, diversity and inclusion are embedded throughout our workplace culture and practices. Join us in our commitment to honour individuality, ensure fairness, and create a welcoming environment for everyone. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from all candidates, including those experiencing inequity such as racialized individuals, Indigenous People, women, people of diverse sexual orientations, identities and expressions, veterans, individuals with disabilities, people of all faiths, nationalities, marital status, ages, and family status. For assistance or accommodation with your application, please contact us at careers@cambioearth.com.
