Software Developer Intern

About Bourgault Industries

Bourgault Industries is a leading global manufacturer of technologically advanced seeding & tillage equipment, with R&D and manufacturing located in Saskatchewan. Our mission is to design, manufacture and distribute the highest quality, most durable, and reliable farm equipment in the world, that meets and exceeds the expectations of our valued customers.

We are committed to the continuous development of our team members and innovation in developing our products. We recognize that our employees are the backbone of what we do and the important role they play in contributing to our success.

About the Opportunity

We're looking for a motivated Engineering or Computer Science student with a passion for developing innovative software solutions! The successful candidate will join our Electronics/Software Development team in Saskatoon as a Software Developer Intern for either a 12 or 16 month term (beginning May 2025).

As a Software Developer Intern, you will:

1. Design, develop, test, debug and document C#, C/C++ and Python applications for our agriculture products (including our newly released Bourgault Intelligent Control).
2. Improve the customer experience in the areas of design, performance, and usability.
3. Participate in requirements gathering, program design, and feature implementation.
4. Work closely with team members to solve software and hardware related problems.
5. Communicate with other teams (purchasing, vendors, manufacturing, service, etc.) for new product integration.
6. Occasional travel to main production facility in St. Brieux and to various test locations may be required.

About You

To qualify, you will need to be enrolled in a related engineering or computer science program and be eligible for your college's internship program.

The following qualifications will be needed to successfully perform this role:

1. Educational background in Software, Computer or Electronics Engineering or Computer Science.
2. Proficient coding skills, including experience with C#, C/C++ and Python.
3. A willingness to learn our tech stack!
4. Experience with MS Visual Studio and/or test automation would be assets.
5. Understanding of UI applications.
6. Effective communication skills, with an ability to work independently or with a team.
7. Familiarity with agricultural control and displays would be a strong asset.
8. Strong organizational skills.
9. Ability to think critically and analytically.
10. Enjoy getting your hands dirty and working in a self-directed environment!

About the Benefits

As a valued member of our team, you can look forward to competitive wages plus great benefits, including:

1. Wages starting at $25-28 per hour (based on qualifications).
2. Company-wide profit-sharing plan.
3. Free on-site fitness center.
4. Comprehensive Health & Safety Program and an annual Personal Protective Equipment allowance.
5. Regular staff BBQs, holiday parties, and employee appreciation events!

If you are a critical thinker looking for a challenging role within an innovative team - apply now!

Please apply early; the position may be filled before the deadline. Thank you!