Software Developer Intern

Exegy

Software Developer Intern building Python automation and internal tools for Exegy’s financial-market technology. Supporting high-performance platforms through testing, integration, and systems engineering.

Posted 9/10/2026internshipMontreal • 🇨🇦 CanadaEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Proficient in Python programming and software development fundamentals, with a strong focus on automation, internal tooling, and collaboration within technical teams. Demonstrates problem-solving abilities and effective communication skills in both French and English.

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Python ProgrammingSoftware Development FundamentalsAutomation Tools DevelopmentGit Version ControlFrench Proficiency

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Hard Skills

PythonSoftware DevelopmentDebuggingUnit TestingAutomationAPIsData StructuresObject-Oriented ProgrammingTechnical DocumentationRoot-Cause Analysis

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingCollaborationWritten CommunicationVerbal Communication

Tools & Technologies

GitLinuxCI/CDCloud TechnologiesInfrastructure Automation

Industry Keywords

DevOpsFinancial TechnologySystems EngineeringInternal ToolingAutomation Workflows

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudLinuxPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, test, debug, and maintain Python scripts, applications, and automation tools
Design and improve automated workflows that reduce manual engineering and operational tasks
Build internal tools and utilities for provisioning, configuration, monitoring, testing, and system management
Work with APIs, structured data, and existing software systems to integrate and automate processes
Assist with software supporting Exegy's high-performance technology platforms
Troubleshoot software issues and contribute to root-cause analysis and technical problem solving
Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following established software development practices
Develop unit tests and participate in code reviews
Maintain technical documentation for applications, automation scripts, workflows, and engineering processes
Collaborate with software developers, systems engineers, and other technical teams to translate requirements into software solutions
Research and evaluate technologies, tools, and approaches to improve automation and engineering efficiency
Participate in team meetings, technical discussions, and the broader software development lifecycle

Requirements

What you’ll need

Nearing the end of a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline (S3 or equivalent)
Experience programming in Python through coursework, personal projects, internships, or previous work experience
Understanding of software development fundamentals, including data structures, object-oriented programming, testing, and debugging
Familiarity with Git or another source-control system
Interest in software automation, internal tooling, DevOps, systems engineering, or infrastructure technologies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to learn new technologies quickly and work collaboratively in a technical team environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills in French and English
French proficiency required
Exposure to Linux, REST APIs, CI/CD, cloud technologies, infrastructure automation, or financial technology is beneficial but not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

4-month co-op internship with possibility of extension to 8 months
Hands-on software development experience in a professional engineering environment
Opportunity to work on real-world, production-oriented engineering initiatives
Experience with Python software development, automation, systems integration, and modern engineering practices
Opportunity to work alongside experienced developers and systems engineers