Data and AI Engineering Associate (Co-op 8+ Months Preferred)

Company Description

FluidAI is specialized in the development and deployment of data-driven surgical solutions, with an initial focus on general and gastrointestinal surgery. Our technologies integrate medical devices, software, and artificial intelligence into platforms that address real clinical and operational challenges across the continuum of surgical care.

We combine continuous physiological monitoring from our proprietary sensors with comprehensive electronic health record data, creating Intelligent systems that enable earlier identification of clinical deterioration and complications. Beyond patient monitoring, our platform extends to patient education and engagement tools, as well as automated documentation and coding modules - supporting care teams and driving operational efficiency.

Our teams brings together expertise across clinical practice, research, engineering, data science, manufacturing, and commercialization. We build solutions designed for real-world Impact, supported by full in-house capabilities, a strong intellectual property portfolio, and partnerships with leading institutions around the world.

Why join FluidAI?

• Mission to save lives and improve patient care with technology that’s already deployed on patients in real-world settings.
• We are a team of passionate builders and boundary-breakers that are on a singular mission to disrupt how patient care is done. We aim to succeed and perform together - as a team and as individuals.
• Gain exposure across the entire technical stack, from novel sensing technologies and proprietary hardware to mobile/web software and ML (Machine Learning) algorithms.
• Personal career-focused development and training with access to workshops, coursework, and experienced mentors/consultants.
• Regular offsite activities – past events include rafting, cottaging, axe-throwing, sports leagues, and the usual BBQ.

Job Summary

This role centers around extracting clinical value from data produced by our proprietary sensors and systems (and beyond) to improve patient outcomes. We're looking for someone with solid foundations in software architecture and development to work with our Software Led Team to deliver high quality products.

It's not everyday that you get a chance to make a direct impact on people's health. If you're looking to join a strong team for a meaningful product, this is for you!

Note: This is an office-first role working out of our Kitchener HQ in the Medical Innovation Xchange Job Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain data pipelines that ingest, clean, transform, and consolidate data from multiple sources into reliable, structured outputs.
• Translate regulatory requirements (e.g., HIPA, PHIPA) to product specifications and ensure compliance.
• Develop backend services, APIs, and web interfaces that process data and present results and analytics to end users.
• Assist in conducting technical risk and privacy impact assessments.
• Support other teams with software and data needs as required

Qualifications

These are some of the skills we are looking for in an ideal candidate. If you check some but not all of these boxes, please apply anyway!

• Demonstrated knowledge of backend architecture design and implications on development, security, and privacy.
• Strong knowledge of data structures and database fundamentals. (SQL and relational database)
• Strong knowledge of back-end development (Python Preferred).
• Experience building data pipelines or ETL processes (extract, transform, load), preferred.
• Good knowledge of website front-end development (HTML, JavaScript, CSS; React/TypeScript a plus).
• Familiarity with data-processing libraries (e.g., Pandas), preferred
• Ability to work with a multidisciplinary set of teams
• Excellent written and verbal technical communication skills
• Ability to work in a high-pressure environment and constantly changing conditions
• Familiarity with version-control software (Git preferred)
• Experience in Agile software development, preferred
• Understanding of international regulatory pertaining to patient data security and privacy (HIPA, PHIPA), preferred
• Optional skills: containerization and CI/CD tooling (e.g., Docker, GitLab CI).

Transparency & Hiring Practices

Compensation : The pay for this position will be based on average co-op wages as outlined by your academic institution’s co-op program or similar institutions if specific data is unavailable, ensuring fair and competitive compensation aligned with industry and academic standards. The typical range for this role is $22 - $25 per hour for work terms 2-4.

Grant Eligibility : This position is made possible through wage subsidy grants such as BioTalent SWPP. As such, participants must be a current full-time student registered in a Canadian Post-secondary program. International students are not eligible. Eligible participants must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or person who has been granted refugee status in Canada and be legally entitled to work.

Application Screening : All applications are screened manually. We do not use AI or AI-Augmented Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to screen, assess, reject, or select candidates.

Position Status : This summer term position will become available in September 2026.