Co-op/Intern Test Developer, Product Verification

Kinaxis; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible vacation

Flexible work options

Mentorship programs

Career development

Hackathons

Job summary

Kinaxis is seeking a co-op/intern in Ottawa to join the Product Verification team. You will design and maintain automated tests for Kinaxis Maestro and AI-powered solutions, contributing to end-to-end validation and regression pipelines.

The role requires being in the Ottawa office at least three days a week, with a full-time 8- or 12-month term starting January 2027. The position is open to co-ops and new graduates within 12 months of placement end date, offering a competitive hourly rate and

Qualifications

• Enrolled full-time in CS/SE/CE program and progressing toward graduation.
• Familiarity with AI concepts and AI tools is required.
• Understanding of cloud platforms and web/app/server/database stacks.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to test activities throughout the feature development lifecycle.
• Design, develop, and maintain automated tests for product features and end-to-end workflows.
• Support regression suites and test pipelines maintenance.
• Collaborate with development teams to understand requirements and test scenarios.
• Translate use cases into test scenarios and automated coverage.
• Execute tests, analyze results, and investigate defects.
• Report defects and assist with timely resolutions.
• Learn new tools and testing approaches to improve quality.

Skills

AI concepts

AI agent

GitHub Actions

Jenkins

Python

TypeScript

Java

JavaScript

PowerShell

JSON

Terraform

Azure

Google Cloud Platform

Web/app servers

Databases

Problem solving

Self-management

Teamwork

Kubernetes

Docker

Databricks

Education

2nd year of Computer Science/Software Engineering/Computer Engineering

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

Databricks

Jenkins

Job description

About Kinaxis

Are you looking to join an innovative, market-leading company where you can truly elevate your career? At Kinaxis we are serious about culture, we are serious about technology, we are serious about customers, and we are serious about not taking ourselves too seriously. If you are looking to be part of an incredible growth story, then we might just be the place for you!

About The Team

As part of our Product Verification team, you will help ensure the quality of Kinaxis Maestro and related AI-powered solutions used by customers worldwide. This role brings together two closely connected areas of Product Verification: end-to-end test development and release regression validation. You will contribute to the design, development, execution, and analysis of automated tests for product features and business workflows, while also helping maintain regression suites and pipelines that validate build health and release readiness. In this fast-paced environment, you will work closely with development and verification teams, learn quickly, adapt to changing priorities, and help deliver high-quality results that support exceptional customer experiences.

Location

You must be in the Ottawa, Canada office at least three days a week.

Term Duration

This is a full-time, 8, or 12-month position, starting January 2027.

Co-op / Intern Eligibility

This position is open to co-ops and interns. To be eligible, you must be currently enrolled in full-time education or be a recent/upcoming graduate within 12 months of the placement end date.

Compensation range

$25.24 - $37.02 hourly rate. The final offer within this range will reflect the candidate's skills, year of education, and experience.

Vacancy Status

This is an existing job vacancy.

What You Will Do

• Contribute to test activities throughout the feature development lifecycle.
• Design, develop, and maintain automated tests for product features and end-to-end workflows.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of regression suites and test pipelines.
• Work with development and verification teams to understand requirements, identify test scenarios, and validate functionality.
• Translate business use cases into test scenarios and automated test coverage.
• Execute tests, analyze results, and help investigate failures and product defects.
• Report defects clearly and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support timely resolution.
• Continuously learn new tools, technologies, and testing approaches that improve quality and efficiency.
• Contribute to additional projects and team initiatives as assigned.

What We Are Looking For

• Completion of the 2nd year of a Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Computer Engineering program
• E xperience with AI agent, AI skills
• Understanding of AI/LLM concepts
• Familiarity with automation and orchestration tools such as GitHub Actions and Jenkins
• Experience with one or more programming languages or technologies such such as Python, TypeScript, Java, JavaScript, PowerShell, JSON, or Terraform
• Familiarity with public cloud platforms such as Azure or Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• Understanding of web, application server, and database tiers.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and self-management skills.
• Collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with Kubernetes, Docker, or Databricks
• Familiarity with logging and monitoring tools

Work With Impact:

Our platform directly helps companies power the world's supply chains. We see the results of what we do out in the world every day, when we see store shelves stocked, when medications are available for our loved ones, and so much more.

Work with Fortune 500 Brands:

Companies across industries trust us to help them take control of their integrated business planning and digital supply chain. Some of our customers include Lockheed Martin, Unilever, P&G, ExxonMobil, Cisco and more.

Social Responsibility at Kinaxis:

Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee weighs in on hiring practices, talent assessment training materials, and mandatory training on unconscious bias and inclusion fundamentals. Sustainability is key to what we do and we're committed to a long-term net-zero operations strategy. We are involved in our communities and support causes where we can make the most impact.

People matter at Kinaxis and here are some of the perks and benefits we offer, which may vary by location and employee:

• Flexible vacation and Kinaxis Days (company-wide days off)
• Flexible work options
• Physical and mental well-being programs
• Regularly scheduled virtual fitness classes
• Mentorship programs, training, and career development
• Recognition programs and referral rewards
• Hackathons

For more information, visit the Kinaxis website at www.kinaxis.com or the company's blog at http://blog.kinaxis.com .

If you require an accommodation, please reach out to us at [e-mail]. This contact information is for accessibility requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

Kinaxis is committed to ensuring a fair and transparent recruitment process. We use artificial intelligence (AI) tools in the initial step of the recruitment process to compare submitted resumes against the job description to identify candidates whose education, experience, and skills most closely match the requirements of the role. After the initial screening, all subsequent decisions regarding your application, including final selection, are made by our human recruitment team. AI does not make any final hiring decisions.