About Kinaxis:
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!
In 1984, we started out as a team of three engineers. Today, we have grown to become a global organization with over 2000 employees around the world, 6 global office and a best-in-class HQ in Ottawa, Canada. As winners of several Top Employer awards globally, we are proud to work with our customers and employees towards solving some of the biggest challenges facing supply chains today.
Kinaxis is a global leader in modern supply chain orchestration, powering complex global supply chains, and supporting the people who manage them. Our powerful, AI infused platform provides full transparency and visibility across end-to-end supply chains, enabling our customers to make faster, better decisions. We are trusted by renowned global brands to provide the agility and predictability needed to navigate today’s volatility and disruption. With more than 40,000 users in over 100 countries, we are expanding our team as we continue to innovate and revolutionize how we support our customers.
About the team:
About the Team
This co-op/internship is with the Core Algorithms Delivery Team focused on solving complex supply chain challenges faced by various industries including Life Sciences, HighTech, Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG), Oil and Gas, and Automotive. You will be closely working with teams building features tailored to the needs of its industry, helping companies plan and deliver essential products more efficiently and reliably. You’ll be part of a collaborative group that values clean code, thoughtful design, and real-world impact; supported by experienced mentors and a culture that encourages learning and growth. All this, while having great fun!
About the role:
Location
This is a hybrid position. You must be in the Ottawa office, at least three days a week.
Term Duration
This is a full-time, 8, or 12-month position, starting September 2026.
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
$27.04 - $39.66hourly 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
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Work under the guidance of a dedicated mentor who will support your learning journey
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Collaborate with developers and testers on feature development and performance improvements
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Build and maintain tools for testing and debugging
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Participate in team discussions, share ideas, and learn from others
What we are looking for
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Completion of at least 2nd year of studies in a Computer Science or Software Engineering (or equivalent) program
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C++ programming experience preferred, willingness to expand knowledge
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Interest in object-oriented design and software development best practices
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Strong technical aptitude, especially in algorithms and data structures
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A drive to improve performance and build efficient solutions
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Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset
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Strong initiative and drive to get things done!
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Enthusiasm for working in an agile development environment
We’re accepting applications now through the end of day on Friday, July 3, 2026. Please note that we may begin reviewing applications before the posting closes, so early submission is encouraged.
Why join Kinaxis?:
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:
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Flexible vacation and Kinaxis Days (company-wide days off)
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Flexible work options
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Physical and mental well-being programs
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Regularly scheduled virtual fitness classes
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Mentorship programs, training, and career development
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Recognition programs and referral rewards
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Hackathons
For more information, visit the Kinaxis website at www.kinaxis.com or the company’s blog at http://blog.kinaxis.com.
Kinaxis welcomes candidates to apply to our inclusive community. We provide accommodations upon request to ensure fairness and accessibility throughout our recruitment process for all candidates, including those with specific needs or disabilities. If you require an accommodation, please reach out to us at [email protected]. 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.
