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Work term: Winter 2027
Work term length: 4 months
From classroom to co-op to career, every step of your journey has an impact on your future. That’s why it makes sense to choose a co-op placement with a company that offers truly rewarding work and real-life experience. At Definity®, your contributions, creativity, and energy will be put to good use, and you’ll get to be involved with initiatives that support our strategic goals and use your skills in a supportive team environment.
If you’re looking for a company that takes care of its people — full time, part time, and co-ops alike — and has a track record of doing big things, get ready to love it here.
We are looking for Technology Solutions Co-op . Through this work, you will be utilizing both system analysis and technical skills. You will gain significant exposure to Data Engineering practices, exposure to distributed computing systems, and visibility into the business allowing you to understand policy lifecycle management and how distributed modern architectures are used to communicate to legacy-based environments.
This is an ideal opportunity for third- and fourth-year students. This position reports to the Big Data Team Lead and receives day-to-day supervision from the Project Manager and/or Technical Lead/Specialist.
Understanding Data Engineering concepts and related tools/technologies
Preparing Data sample, performing Data ingestion and transforming Data in Google Cloud
Working on different file formats (e.g. AVRO, ORC, Parquet) and data movement into and out of Cloud based DBs.
Coding in either Python, Spark or Scala
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Writing Shell Scripts
Preparing and executing SQL based queries
Documenting process using Confluence
Gaining experience of issue tracking (Jira), source code management (Bitbucket), continuous integrations and build tools (Jenkins), package management and testing framework
What you bring
Currently enrolled in a full-time co-op program in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field
Foundational knowledge of data engineering concepts and interest in working with large-scale data systems
Experience with programming languages such as Python, Spark, or Scala
Basic understanding of SQL and working with relational or cloud-based databases
Exposure to cloud platforms (e.g., Google Cloud) or strong willingness to learn
Familiarity with data formats (e.g., AVRO, ORC, Parquet) and scripting/automation (e.g., Shell) is an asset
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and learning agility in a fast-paced environment
Effective communication and documentation skills
Exposure to tools such as Jira, Bitbucket, Jenkins, or Confluence is an asset, with a collaborative team mindset
We care about our co-ops: Definity’s co-op students are considered the best pipeline of talent for our full-time, permanent positions.
We care about students: Definity distributes $85,000 in scholarships to students across Canada each year.
We care about our community: Definity donates more than $1 million every year to causes that drive true change in the neighbourhoods in which we live and work.
Meaningful work forwarding our purpose of building a better world by helping our clients and communities adapt and thrive in their hardest times of need.
Culture of accountability, empowerment, and collaboration.
Opportunities to support personal and professional growth through real-life experience and unique learning opportunities. Our Leadership Essentials program builds knowledge and skills to Team Leaders to Directors
Opportunity to join our employee groups - focused on women's empowerment, LGBTQ+, anti-racism and cultural equity, and environmental activism.
Determined to create positive change for our environment, our people, and our communities, now and in the future. Check our ESG work !
This position is being posted to fill an existing vacancy.
The hourly compensation for the role starts at $22.50 per hour and will increase based on factors including but not limited to, skills, education, experience, and the recommended rates as set by the respective educational institution.
We also take potential into consideration. If you don’t have this exact experience, but you know you have what it takes, be sure to give us more insight through your application and cover letter.
Our inclusive work environment welcomes diversity and supports accessibility. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting accessibility@economical.com.
As part of Definity’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that our work, meetings, and travel take place on the lands now known as Canada, and recognize the enduring presence, wisdom, and stewardship of the First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples who have long cared for these lands.
This role requires successful clearance of a background check (including criminal checks and leadership references).
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