Software Engineer Intern - Fall 2026

StackAdapt is the leading technology company that empowers marketers to reach, engage, and convert audiences with precision. With 465 billion automated optimizations per second, the AI-powered StackAdapt Marketing Platform seamlessly connects brand and performance marketing to drive measurable results across the entire customer journey. The most forward-thinking marketers choose StackAdapt to orchestrate high-impact campaigns across programmatic advertising and marketing channels.

Engineering Team: As a Software Engineer Intern at StackAdapt, you will be directly involved in the development of our advertising platform, producing production level code that will have a direct impact on the success of our product. You will work with large data sets and have exposure to modern tech stacks around GoLang and more. StackAdapt's engineering organization believes in working collaboratively and cross functionally.

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What you'll be doing:

• Take ownership of product solutions by utilizing a variety of systems and technologies

• Build new and enhance existing product capabilities for internal and external users

• Solve complex problems and write scalable and efficient software

• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other developers to drive our product to the next level

• Contribute to code reviews, technical architecture, design documentations, and solving technical issues

What you'll bring to the table:

• Previous internship experience where you've worked on building web applications on a full-stack basis with at least one of Python, Ruby, or Javascript

• Must be currently enrolled in a Computer Science, Software Engineering or similar program at a post-secondary institution

• Knowledge of our full-stack technologies is highly preferred - Ruby on Rails, React, Redux, Javascript, Material UI, Typescript, GraphQL

• Strong understanding of scalable system design for web-based APIs and backend processing systems

• Strong problem solving skills in data structures, algorithms, and code optimization

• Ability to identify and tackle areas that may produce technical debt, to ensure code quality

• Experience working with relational databases and key-value stores

• Experience with test-driven development

The compensation range listed for this role reflects the expected hourly rate for candidates located in Ontario, Canada. It is informed by market data and the approved budget for this position. StackAdapt maintains different compensation ranges for roles across other countries and regions, and final offers will be aligned to the candidate's current location.

This range represents hourly rate only. Depending on the role, candidates may also be eligible for additional compensation such as annual bonuses, commissions, equity awards, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Factors Influencing Final Compensation:

• The final compensation offer will be determined by a variety of factors, which may include, but are not limited to: the candidate's specific experience, technical skills, knowledge, abilities, and relevant education, licensure, and certifications.

• Other business factors, such as organizational needs and budget alignment, may also be considered in the final offer.

Ontario Hourly Band$35—$55 CADStackAdapt is a diverse and inclusive team of collaborative, hardworking individuals trying to make a dent in the universe. No matter who you are, where you are from, who you love, follow in faith, disability (or superpower) status, ethnicity, or the gender you identify with (if you're comfortable, let us know your pronouns), you are welcome at StackAdapt. If you have any requests or requirements to support you throughout any part of the interview process, please let our Talent team know.

About StackAdapt

We've been recognized for our diverse and supportive workplace, high performing campaigns, award-winning customer service, and innovation. We've been awarded:

Ad Age Best Places to Work 2024
G2 Top Software and Top Marketing and Advertising Product for 2024
Campaign's Best Places to Work 2023 for the UK
2024 Best Workplaces for Women and in Canada by Great Place to Work®
#1 DSP on G2 and leader in a number of categories including Cross-Channel Advertising