Backend Engineering Co-op (TypeScript, Node.js)

About the role

Bree is a consumer finance platform serving Canadians who live paycheck to paycheck, and it is looking for a Backend Engineering Co-op for an 8-month term (January to August 2027). Co-ops are full members of the Engineering team: you will work on the same customer and business problems as full-time engineers, ship real production work and take part in design discussions, code reviews, testing and releases, with close mentorship.

Key responsibilities

• Build and improve backend services, APIs and integrations with mentorship from experienced engineers.
• Contribute production changes in TypeScript and Node.js services, including AWS Lambda-based workflows.
• Write and improve automated tests, and help investigate and resolve issues in staging or production.
• Use AI development tools to speed up work, validating code, tests and behaviour before shipping.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Product, Design and CX to understand requirements and test the user-facing impact of your work.
• Document what you learn and contribute small improvements to developer experience and engineering practices.

Required profile

• Currently enrolled in a Computer Science, Software Engineering or related post-secondary programme, available for the full 8 months.
• Foundational experience with TypeScript or JavaScript, Node.js and building APIs through coursework, internships or personal projects.
• Evidence of projects where you designed, built or maintained software; a GitHub profile, portfolio or course project is great.
• Interest in using AI development tools responsibly, with care for testing, code quality and security.
• A learning mindset, clear communication and enthusiasm for Bree's mission.

Required skills

• TypeScript or JavaScript
• Node.js
• Building APIs
• Familiarity with cloud services, serverless systems or Infrastructure as Code is helpful but not required

What we offer

• Compensation of $50-$70 per hour CAD, based on experience and interview performance; offer matching is possible.
• $250 monthly lunch stipend and $150 monthly transportation stipend.
• In-office amenities and regular mentorship and feedback.
• Opportunity for a new-grad full-time offer.
• Hybrid schedule: in-office on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, with the option of free lunch on Tuesdays and Fridays; fully remote in January and most of February, then 1 day in office through March and 3 days from April 2027.