Jr Software Engineer (AI Application Development) | Toronto - Hybrid; or Remote

Monex is a leading global financial solutions provider, offering a complete set of tools to support business growth and strategic financial operations.

We specialise in FX risk management and international payments, helping corporate and institutional clients design tailored FX solutions to navigate currency volatility with confidence. Our team of FX specialists implement well-considered currency strategies, offering dedicated support to help clients manage their payment needs – whether for goods, services, or direct investments.

In 2023, Monex facilitated $309 billion in FX turnover, managed $10.7 billion in assets, and processed 8.5 million transactions. With offices across North America (Canada, the US, and Mexico), Asia (Singapore), and Europe (the UK, Spain, and the Netherlands), we serve over 66,000 clients worldwide.

By combining global reach with deep local market expertise, Monex enhances businesses with a suite of financial solutions and FX market analysis to help optimise efficiency, mitigate currency risk, and protect margins in an increasingly complex financial landscape.

Job Overview

The Junior Software Engineer (AI Application Development) – Student supports the design, development, and continuous improvement of AI-enabled applications used across the business. This role is ideal for a university or college student who is passionate about software development, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies, and who is eager to gain hands-on experience building real-world applications.

Working alongside experienced engineers and business stakeholders, the successful candidate will contribute to the development of production-level software solutions, experiment with AI-driven workflows, and help deliver innovative tools that improve business operations and client outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development of internal applications with a focus on AI-enabled functionality
• Assist senior engineers in building, testing, and refining software features using AI tools and APIs
• Prototype, evaluate, and experiment with AI-driven workflows, automations, and application enhancements
• Write, test, maintain, and document clean, reliable, and scalable code
• Assist with the integration of third-party services, APIs, and data sources
• Participate in debugging, testing, quality assurance, and performance optimization activities
• Maintain technical documentation, development notes, project trackers, and knowledge repositories
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and deliver effective solutions
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the software development lifecycle
• Support additional projects and responsibilities as required

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a university or college program in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, or a related discipline
• Basic programming experience in languages such as Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, or similar
• Strong interest in artificial intelligence, automation, and software application development
• Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies, tools, and frameworks quickly
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured approach to development challenges
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and dependable
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment

Additional Qualifications

• Exposure to AI tools, large language models (LLMs), prompt engineering, or AI APIs
• Familiarity with web development or application development frameworks
• Participation in coursework, hackathons, labs, personal projects, or research involving software engineering or AI
• Experience using cloud platforms or low-code/no-code development tools
• Understanding of software development best practices, version control systems, and testing methodologies is advantageous

What We Offer

• Competitive student compensation
• Flexible hybrid or remote working arrangements
• Hands-on experience building production-level AI-enabled applications
• Mentorship from experienced engineers, technology leaders, and business professionals
• Exposure to financial services, payments technology, and practical AI applications in a global organization
• A collaborative, innovative, and supportive learning environment
• Professional development opportunities designed to help build a strong foundation for a successful technology career

If you enjoy solving complex problems, experimenting with emerging technologies, and working alongside ambitious and collaborative professionals, you'll enjoy your career with us!