Software Engineer Co-Op - On-site

Mindex; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tickets to local sporting events

Teambuilding events

Holiday and celebration parties

Job summary

Mindex is seeking a Co-op Software Engineer for a January 2027 to August 2027 program in the Rochester, NY area. This on-site role requires three days a week, with five days preferred, and offers hands-on software development experience in an Agile environment.

You will work with Scrum teams on design, coding, testing, and documentation, while learning software engineering best practices and AI-assisted development in a responsible, impactful way.

Qualifications

• At least three years of education and/or prior Co-op experience.
• Familiarity with Java, Angular, Oracle, OpenShift, Python, and/or ASP.NET.
• Familiarity with test automation.
• Knowledge of object‑oriented programming and RESTful web services.
• Knowledge of relational databases.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Self‑starter mindset with the ability to contribute working software and test automation scripts.
• Sound judgment in the ethical, secure, and compliant use of AI technologies while protecting confidential, customer, and company information.
• Curiosity about emerging AI capabilities, tools, and best practices, with the ability to identify opportunities to apply them effectively.
• Intrigue in using AI to streamline workflows, reduce manual effort, improve efficiency, and increase business value.
• Ability to use AI to support technical problem‑solving and decision‑making while maintaining ownership and accountability for final work products.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Scrum team members and stakeholders to share deliverable status, provide feedback, and contribute to plans, designs, specifications, source code, test scripts, and documentation.
• Build a foundational understanding of debugging concepts and the tools used to troubleshoot software issues.
• Grow your technical knowledge with mentorship and guidance from more senior engineers.
• Develop an awareness of overall service architecture and contribute to basic functions in ways that avoid duplication across codebases and prevent interface‑breaking changes.
• Understand and apply the importance of security in software design, development, and delivery.

Skills

Java

Angular

Oracle

OpenShift

Python

ASP.NET

Test automation

OOP

RESTful services

Relational databases

Agile/Scrum

Self-starter

AI ethics

AI awareness

AI workflow optimization

Education

Three years of education or equivalent experience

Tools

OpenShift

Oracle

ASP.NET

SQL

Job description

*We are looking for a student available to participate in a two-block co-op program from January 2027 to August 2027.

*We are looking for On-site at least 3 days per week; 5 days (Monday–Friday) preferred.

**Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor (now or in the future) or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Mindex is looking for a motivated Co-op Software Engineer to join our team and gain hands‑on experience building, testing, and delivering software solutions in a collaborative Agile environment. This is a great opportunity for a student or early‑career candidate who is excited to grow technical skills, learn from experienced engineers, and contribute to meaningful projects that have real business impact.

In this role, you’ll work alongside Scrum team members and stakeholders, build a stronger understanding of software development best practices, and gain exposure to modern tools and technologies — including the responsible use of AI to improve efficiency, quality, and innovation.

The salary for this job is $22/hour.

What You’ll Accomplish

Bring an AI‑first mindset by using AI‑assisted tools and technologies to improve productivity, accelerate problem‑solving, enhance quality, automate routine tasks, and support innovation.

• Collaborate with Scrum team members and stakeholders to share deliverable status, provide feedback, and contribute to plans, designs, specifications, source code, test scripts, and documentation.
• Build a foundational understanding of debugging concepts and the tools used to troubleshoot software issues.
• Grow your technical knowledge with mentorship and guidance from more senior engineers.
• Develop an awareness of overall service architecture and contribute to basic functions in ways that avoid duplication across codebases and prevent interface‑breaking changes.
• Understand and apply the importance of security in software design, development, and delivery.

Skills & Competencies

• At least three years of education and/or prior Co-op experience.
• Familiarity with Java, Angular, Oracle, OpenShift, Python, and/or ASP.NET.
• Familiarity with test automation.
• Knowledge of object‑oriented programming and RESTful web services.
• Knowledge of relational databases.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Self‑starter mindset with the ability to contribute working software and test automation scripts.
• Sound judgment in the ethical, secure, and compliant use of AI technologies while protecting confidential, customer, and company information.
• Curiosity about emerging AI capabilities, tools, and best practices, with the ability to identify opportunities to apply them effectively.
• Intrigue in using AI to streamline workflows, reduce manual effort, improve efficiency, and increase business value.
• Ability to use AI to support technical problem‑solving and decision‑making while maintaining ownership and accountability for final work products.

• Candidates must be based in the Rochester, NY area and available to work on‑site at least three days per week, with a preference for five days per week, Monday through Friday, throughout the Co‑op experience. Regular in‑office participation provides valuable opportunities for mentorship, professional development, and collaboration.

What You’ll Gain

• Hands‑on experience working on meaningful software projects in a professional environment.
• Exposure to Agile/Scrum practices and cross‑functional teamwork.
• Mentorship from experienced engineers who will support your technical and professional growth.
• Experience with modern development tools, testing practices, and AI‑assisted technologies in a responsible and impactful way.
• An opportunity to build real‑world skills that will help prepare you for future software engineering roles.

Why Join Mindex

For more than 30 years, Mindex has helped organizations solve complex business challenges through custom software, cloud, data and AI solutions. We combine deep technical expertise with a collaborative culture that empowers our employees to innovate, grow, and make a meaningful impact for our clients.

In our Product division, our teams have built platforms such as SchoolTool, Advanced Analytics, and Integrations Platform from the ground up, while also supporting solutions like MTSS Edge and ClearTrack that help schools and organizations make smarter, data‑driven decisions.

Mindex Perks

• Tickets to local sporting events
• Teambuilding events
• Holiday and celebration parties

Professional Development

Growth opportunities

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor, or take over, sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Physical Conditions/Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• No heavy lifting is expected. Exertion of up to 10 lbs.