Software Engineering Intern - (Canada Remote)
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- Location:
- Canada (Remote / Toronto, ON)
- Work Arrangement:
- Remote (Optional on-site access in Toronto)
- Experience:
- Enrolled in a Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related degree program (or equivalent experience)
- Job Type:
- Internship (Winter Term: January 4 – April 30, 2027)
- Company:
- Super.com
- Salary:
- CA$20.25 – CA$39.25 per hour
- Posted:
- 2026-09-16
- Working Hours:
- 40 hours per week (Minimum 6-hour overlap with Eastern Time Zone)
- Start Date:
- January 4, 2027
- Reporting To:
- Staff Software Engineer - Security
- Application Deadline:
- September 17, 2026 at 11:59 AM GMT+5
Job Overview
- Super.com is seeking a Software Engineering Intern to join its Security engineering team for the Winter 2027 term (January 4 to April 30, 2027). This full-time, remote position is open to qualified students across Canada who can maintain a minimum 6-hour daily overlap with the Eastern Time Zone. Reporting directly to a Staff Software Engineer, the intern will work across offensive and defensive security functions, constructing automation tools, triaging vulnerability reports, conducting offensive testing, and integrating AI-driven development workflows. The platform operates on a technology stack featuring Python (FastAPI), TypeScript (React), Kubernetes, PostgreSQL, AWS, and AI coding tools including Cursor and Claude. Interns collaborate directly alongside full-time developers on production projects to build practical Application Security (AppSec) and DevSecOps skills.
Key Responsibilities
- ⇒ Integrate automated security scanning tools and policy checks into existing CI/CD deployment pipelines.
- ⇒ Script and build security automation tooling and proofs of concept primarily using Python.
- ⇒ Utilize artificial intelligence and large language model workflows to streamline daily application security tasks.
- ⇒ Perform offensive security testing to identify product vulnerabilities prior to release.
- ⇒ Analyze, triage, and patch identified security findings, including routine software dependency version updates.
- ⇒ Collaborate with product software engineers, DevOps specialists, and fraud teams to embed security practices into development lifecycles.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- ⇒ Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
- ⇒ Demonstrated interest in application and infrastructure security, including familiarity with OWASP Top 10 standards and common vulnerability categories.
- ⇒ Practical experience identifying security vulnerabilities through Capture The Flag (CTF) challenges, security labs, or academic coursework.
- ⇒ Foundational understanding of web architectures and networking fundamentals, including HTTP protocols, REST APIs, TLS, and DNS.
- ⇒ Solid core programming fundamentals, with proficiency in Python preferred.
- ⇒ Effective written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional collaboration across engineering units.
Preferred Qualifications
- ⇒ Possession of entry-level security certifications such as Security+, eJPT, or PJPT.
- ⇒ Previous internship experience in software engineering or cybersecurity roles.
- ⇒ Record of participation or success in Bug Bounty programs, CTF competitions, or technical security contests.
- ⇒ Experience applying AI models or LLMs to software development and security automation.
- ⇒ Familiarity with cloud infrastructure and container technologies, particularly AWS and Kubernetes.
- ⇒ Exposure to mobile application development frameworks or mobile security concepts.
- ⇒ Personal technical projects or code contributions visible on public platforms such as GitHub.
Technology Stack and Infrastructure
- ⇒ Microservices built with Python FastAPI backends and TypeScript React front-end interfaces running on Kubernetes (EKS).
- ⇒ Data systems managed via PostgreSQL (RDS), Redis (ElastiCache), Kafka (MSK), Elasticsearch, and Snowflake.
- ⇒ Cloud infrastructure hosted on AWS utilizing Istio, Helm, Terraform, Crossplane, and Kyverno.
- ⇒ Security, application metrics, and system logging managed using Datadog.
- ⇒ AI-first development environment leveraging Cursor, Claude, and proprietary internal AI agents.
What the Company Offers
- ⇒ Hourly compensation between CA$20.25 and CA$39.25 based on completed prior work terms.
- ⇒ One-time home office setup allowance of $300.
- ⇒ Weekly Friday UberEats allowance of $25.
- ⇒ Learning and development stipend of $300 per term.
- ⇒ Fitness and wellness stipend of $120 per term.
- ⇒ Eligibility for the internal Internship Scholarship Program for top performers.
- ⇒ Direct mentorship and pairing with full-time senior software developers.
- ⇒ Optional access to the head office in Toronto, alongside virtual and in-person team social activities.
Workplace Policies and Accommodations
- Super.com is an equal opportunity employer that incorporates AI technology within its recruitment process. Candidates requiring accommodations during any stage of the application or selection process can request support through their assigned Talent Acquisition Partner.
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