Python Job: Junior Developer - Co-op

Job number:

000609

Company:

Delta Controls

Department:

Product Strategy/Research

Area:

Product Strategy

Description:

Delta Controls Inc. is looking for a Junior Developer (Co-op) to join our Research Team. As a Junior Developer with Delta Controls, you will work with closely with Delta Controls machine learning engineers, data scientists, and other team members to develop data-driven solutions for real-world problems. Your ability to innovate, problem-solve, and quickly adapt to change is very important in this role, as you will work on rapidly evolving projects in a rapidly evolving segment of the industry. A strong candidate will show great interest in building web based and cloud-based applications using Python and JavaScript, with understanding of technology, adaptability, and excellent problem-solving skills.

Start date:

Jan-03-2023

Work location:

This position is eligible to remote applicants (work from home or telecommute).

City:

Surrey

Country:

Canada

Type:

Contract

Schedule:

Temporary full time

Details:

Delta Controls is the benchmark for building controls manufacturers, being one of the most respected organizations in our industry, with more than 300 Partners/Distributors in over 80 countries. For more than three decades Delta Controls has offered innovative and exciting building automation solutions for commercial, healthcare, education, leisure buildings and more. As industry leaders, our track record includes delivering the world’s first fully integrated native BACnet building solution encompassing HVAC, lighting and access control products.

As part of Delta Electronics Inc., the global leader in switching power supply solutions and DC brushless fans and an $8+ billion USD organization, Delta Controls is able to bring some of the most energy efficient and sustainable solutions to buildings around the world, working together toward our shared vision of developing technologies aimed at reducing global warming and ensuring a sustainable future for mankind. Delta Electronics products are the most energy efficient power products in the industry and include a comprehensive range of energy management solutions in Industrial Automation, Telecom Power, UPS and Data Center Infrastructure, Automotive Electronics and Energy Storage Systems.

Why work for us?

We provide fantastic opportunities to individuals passionate about business and technology. Delta Electronics products are the most energy efficient power products in the industry and our company is perfect for those who want to create, design and build sustainable solutions using massively scalable, big-data architecture, with a strong focus on building automation. Here are some of the Delta perks you’ll receive from day 1!

• Employee & safety centric culture with the possibility of remote work
• Flexible hours and scheduling available
• Competitive total compensation along with generous vacation allowances
• Three weeks of vacation
• In-house & external training provided along with education support and opportunities for growth
• Company funded annual personal development budget
• Financial benefits & planning such as group RRSP & company match
• Employer paid premiums for extended healthcare and family-focused benefits (health, vision and dental)
• Travel insurance coverage and access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness - onsite fitness center & company reimbursement for personal gym memberships
• Internal Recognition & Service Awards
• Employee Referral bonuses
• Transit accessible with free onsite parking
• Regular company events such as "Food Truck Fridays", Lunch & Learn and other planned activities

Responsibilities:

Job summary

Delta Controls Inc. is looking for a Junior Developer (Co-op) to join our Research Team. As a Junior Developer with Delta Controls, you will work with closely with Delta Controls machine learning engineers, data scientists, and other team members to develop data-driven solutions for real-world problems. Your ability to innovate, problem-solve, and quickly adapt to change is very important in this role, as you will work on rapidly evolving projects in a rapidly evolving segment of the industry. A strong candidate will show great interest in building web based and cloud-based applications using Python and JavaScript, with understanding of technology, adaptability, and excellent problem-solving skills.

Duties and responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Design, develop, and maintain web-based and cloud-based applications
• Contribute to system design and software architecture
• Deliver scalable, reusable, testable and clean code with proper commenting and version control
• Work with researchers, developers, quality assurance specialists, designers, and product managers to implement new features
• Create and maintain internal documentation that communicates research findings, product design, implementation, and changes

• Remote work eligible: Yes

Performance measures

30 day outcomes

• The student has a thorough understanding of Delta Control’s existing data architecture and understands the interactions of components including: data generation, data ingestion, data cleaning, data storage, data tiering, data backup, and data retrieval.
• The student has made minor contributions to at least one data pipeline component/repository.
• Built some level of familiarity working with remote VMs to manage automated data processes
• Is able to explain the basics, in simple terms, about the components and process that are being used by the Research Team. Is able to explain the basics of the entire flow from data generation to data ingestion, preparation, storage, retrieval and analysis of projects within the Research Team.

60 day outcomes

• The student has made significant contributions to multiple data pipeline components and repositories.
• The student has contributed software to multiple levels of the stack from low-level device/sensors to high level data ingestion and processing software.
• Is able to comfortably work with multiple remote VMs to manage automated data processes.
• Is able to explain, in detail, the data engineering components and process that are being used. Is able to explain the basics of the entire flow from data generation to data ingestion, preparation, storage, retrieval and analysis.
• Is able to present the workings of our data systems to a non-technical audience, both verbally and in writing.
• Is able to write clear and concise documentation.

90 day outcomes

• The student is able to identify data process issues and work towards resolutions.
• Able to contribute to designing new data systems and data ingestion pipelines.
• Makes suggestions on improvements to the overall system.
• Is able to explain, at a technical level, all of the data engineering components and processes that are being used. Is able to explain the inner workings of the entire flow from data generation to data ingestion, preparation, storage, retrieval and analysis. Is able to answer questions at multiple levels of detail depending on the audience.
• Is able to present the workings of our data ingestion systems to a technical or non-technical audience, both verbally and in writing.
• Is able to write clear and concise documentation for any component of the stack.
• Should be the most knowledgeable person about the data systems that he/she has been working with and be able to clearly communicate the workings/details of the system to team members and external stakeholders.

Authority

• To perform any activity in the fulfillment of the Junior Developer Co-op responsibilities.

Main skills required:

Required skills and abilities

• Experience developing applications using Python
• Experience in front-end development using HTML, CSS and JavaScript
• Experience in back-end web development
• Experience in Python using object-oriented analysis and design (OOAD) methodologies
• Experience with relational databases (e.g., SQL)
• Experience developing services and applications for a Linux environment
• Experience with Python web frameworks such as Flask
• Strong programming fundamentals

Bonus skills

• Experience with using virtualization, Docker containers, container registry repositories and Kubernetes
• Experience with cloud deployment and application development using Google Cloud Platform (GCP) SDK
• Familiar with Nginx configurations
• Experience with Redis
• Understanding of container concepts such as stateful vs stateless containers
• Experience with micro-services and distributed systems architectures
• Experience in building scalable applications
• Knowledge of networking concepts such as DNS, TCP/IP, load balancers, and routing

Experience required:

Minimum qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, data science, mathematics, engineering, or a related field.
• Master’s degree in data engineering, data analytics or similar will be advantageous.
• Presentation skills appropriate for a technical audience.

Years of relevant experience required:

1 year

Education required:

in Undergraduate co-op program , Master's degree , Bachelor's degree

Compensation details:

Upon hire, in addition to a competitive compensation package, we also offer a unique work environment that is designed for people who like to work hard and play hard too! Here are just a few examples:

• 3 weeks of vacation
• Sign-On Bonus
• Employer paid premiums for life insurance, health and family-focused benefits such as the employee assistance program, extended health, vision and dental benefits
• Onsite fitness center
• Company paid personal days off
• RRSP match program
• Annual Bonus Program
• Annual sabbatical allowance

To apply, go to our careers site at https://careers.deltacontrols.com. Complete or update your profile and submit your application online. Next, go to the applied jobs list to ensure your application has been fully processed. You are also welcome to add or manage job alerts within your candidate account.

We understand that it takes time to apply for a job and appreciate that you spend it showing your interest in working with our team at Delta Controls.

If this position is eligible for remote work, candidates outside of our local area will be considered. If this position is not eligible for remote work then local candidates are preferred and no relocation will be offered for this position. For positions not eligible for remote work the candidate must be legally-entitled to work in the country where the job is offered, for any employer, without requiring sponsorship. While we will consider all applications, only those short-listed for interviews will be contacted. No phone calls, please. No outside agencies or recruiters, please.

Job posting start date:

Aug-12-2022

Job posting end date:

Dec-01-2022

Keywords:

Data, Engineering, Strategy