Sales Engineering Co-Op

Summary

As a Sales Engineer Co-op at Acceldata Inc, you will work closely with our sales engineering team to support customer-facing initiatives across solution design, pre-sales, and technical enablement. Your role involves understanding customer requirements through active listening, identifying pain points, and assisting in architecting tailored solutions to complex data challenges. We seek passionate, self-driven individuals eager to make a tangible impact, learn continuously, and deliver solutions that enable organizations to unlock the full potential of data observability.

This is a 4 month assignment, 40 hours per week, with required on-site presence at 151 Charles Street West, inside the Communitech Innovation Center.

WHY INTERN WITH US

• Gain valuable experience at a fast-growing tech startup in Canada.
• Work on real-world projects and contribute to our open source initiatives to the Apache community.
• Collaborate with a highly skilled and supportive team.
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals in the tech industry.
• Opportunity for future employment and career growth.
• Join the team that coined the term Data Observability.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with the sales engineering team to write, test, and deploy software solutions using advanced Java or Scala programming.
• Collaborate with the sales engineering team to learn, orchestrate and manage SE labs and demo instances on cloud and on-premise ecosystems.
• Participate actively in the customer proposals lifecycle, including Demos, RFIs, RFPs, and POCs.
• Build a compelling ROI model for prospects incorporating technical solutions and customer business value.
• Build automation scripts or a go-to-market asset (like a powerpoint) that can be used in the most effective ways.
• Commit to continuous learning and professional development, adapting to new tools, languages, and platforms as required.
• This position is perfect for individuals who are passionate about technology, eager to solve complex business problems, and possess a strong customer-centric mindset.

REQUIREMENTS

• Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong programming skills in languages such as Java, Scala, and Python.Knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and software development principles.
• Experience with distributed computing, big data technologies, and cloud platforms is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Strong understanding and hands-on experience with Kubernetes, including deploying, managing, and scaling applications.
• Familiarity with Kubernetes concepts such as Pods, Services, Deployments, StatefulSets, ConfigMaps, and Secrets.
• Understanding of the big data ecosystem, including data ingestion, processing, and storage technologies.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Proven ability to work well in a team environment, contributing to a collaborative culture.
• Enthusiasm to learn and adapt to new technologies.

Application Documents Required

• Co-op Work History
• Resume
• Grade Report

Compensation and Benefits Information

• Apple Mac Equipment
• Catered lunch once a week in the office
• Gym with onsite showers
• Games Rooms
• Designated bicycle room
• Drinks and snacks