Software Engineer Intern
Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Job Description
## Afuva
Afuva is a pioneering technology company specializing in advanced AI solutions. We develop cutting-edge AI for smart devices, home automation, image and vision, and wearable technology, alongside robust quantitative frameworks for finance and investment. Our mission is to transform industries and enhance daily life through intelligent innovation.
## The Opportunity
We're seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Software Engineer Intern to join our growing technology team. As an intern, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to the development and maintenance of the infrastructure that powers our sophisticated trading systems. You'll also gain hands-on experience in the exciting fields of quantitative finance and artificial intelligence. This internship offers a unique chance to work with cutting-edge technologies, learn from experienced professionals in finance and AI, and contribute to impactful projects in a fast-paced, data-driven environment.
## Responsibilities
- Assist in the design, development, testing, and deployment of software components for our algorithmic trading platform.
- Support the development and integration of machine learning and artificial intelligence models into our trading infrastructure and broader AI applications, under the guidance of senior engineers.
- Help build and maintain scalable and reliable data pipelines for collecting, processing, and analyzing large datasets.
- Collaborate with quantitative researchers and traders to learn about their requirements for both trading systems and AI models.
- Participate in various stages of the software development lifecycle, from understanding requirements and assisting with design to contributing to deployment and providing basic support.
- Explore and learn about new technologies and architectures relevant to our systems, including those in machine learning and AI infrastructure.
- Contribute to the development of broader AI applications beyond trading, potentially in areas such as data analytics or automation, under supervision.
- Assist in ensuring code quality, maintainability, and adherence to best practices.
- Help troubleshoot and resolve basic technical issues with guidance from senior team members.
- Actively participate in team knowledge sharing and learning opportunities.
## Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
- Basic programming skills in one or more programming languages (e.g., Python, C++, Java).
- Foundational understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design principles.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a willingness to learn.
- Good communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to learn and thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- A strong interest in technology and a desire to learn and grow in both software engineering and machine learning/AI domains.
- Basic understanding of fundamental machine learning and artificial intelligence concepts is a plus.
### Bonus Points (While not required, familiarity with these areas is a plus)
- Exposure to financial concepts or an interest in financial markets.
- Familiarity with basic machine learning concepts or libraries.
- Exposure to cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud, Azure).
- Basic understanding of data processing concepts.
- Personal projects or coursework involving data analysis or programming.
## What We Offer
- A stimulating and intellectually challenging internship at the forefront of finance and AI.
- Hands-on opportunities to work with cutting-edge technologies and learn from experienced professionals in software engineering, system design, and machine learning/AI.
- A collaborative and innovative team culture that encourages learning and growth.
- Competitive internship compensation.
- Mentorship and guidance from experienced engineers.
- The chance to contribute to impactful projects and gain valuable real-world experience in a rapidly evolving industry.
If you're a driven and enthusiastic student with a strong foundation in computer science principles and a keen interest in exploring the exciting intersection of finance and artificial intelligence, we encourage you to apply for our Software Engineer Intern position!