Software Engineer Intern

About Ecobee

Ecobee pioneered the world’s first smart Wi-Fi thermostat, helping millions save money, conserve energy, and bring automation to their homes. Now a subsidiary of Generac Power Systems since 2021, ecobee continues to innovate within the connected home space, focusing on sustainable and cleaner energy products that aim to transform the modern electrical grid.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Backend Developer Intern to join our team and contribute to impactful projects while learning from skilled engineers. This position offers the flexibility to work fully remotely or from the Toronto office, supporting a healthy work-life balance through flexible scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Develop production-ready backend features collaboratively with the team.
• Engage in planning sessions, define project scopes, and help specify feature requirements.
• Learn performance optimization, unit testing, and debug complex, high-traffic systems.
• Utilize advanced backend technologies and methodologies.
• Receive mentorship from seasoned software developers.

Candidate Profile

• Current student in Computer Science, Software, Computer, or Electrical Engineering.
• Programming proficiency in Golang, Java, C#, Node.js/JavaScript with TypeScript, or Python.
• Experience deploying code on Linux-based systems.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud Platform, Azure, or Heroku.
• Understanding of software release processes, including code review, merging, and deployment on cloud or data center infrastructures, with attention to high system stability.
• Interest or experience working with databases.
• Strong eagerness to enhance software development skills.
• Curious, thoughtful, and pragmatic approach to problem-solving.
• Motivated to contribute positively to both intellectual work environments and environmental sustainability.

Note: Candidates selected for hire must successfully undergo a background check.

Additional Benefits and Culture

• Interaction and collaboration opportunities with various internship peers across teams.
• Experience in the burgeoning SmartHome and IoT industries.
• Exposure to a blend of hardware and software consumer products.
• Access to ecobee’s waterfront headquarters in Downtown Toronto, featuring amenities like complimentary pizza lunches every Thursday.
• Participation in environmental initiatives through programs such as ecobee acts!
• Learning and professional growth opportunities via the in-house #ThinkLab team.
• Small, collaborative teams where individual impact on products and company culture is valued.
• Q&A sessions with senior leadership.
• Weekly virtual gaming events hosted by former interns turned full-time employees.
• Quarterly hackathons offering freedom to explore personal projects.

Work Environment and Policies

Employees have the flexibility to manage their schedules and choose between office, hybrid, or fully remote work modes. Due to health and safety policies, anyone working at the physical Toronto office or attending ecobee-sponsored Ontario events must comply with a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination requirement, including submitting proof of vaccination. Initial interviews and onboarding are conducted remotely with all necessary equipment provided.

Diversity and Inclusion

Ecobee is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diversity across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and experience. Accommodations are available for applicants throughout the hiring process to ensure fairness and accessibility.