Co-Op Student - Platform Engineering

MealSuite•Cambridge, ON

2h•CA$22 - CA$32•Hybrid

About The Position

MealSuite is seeking a Platform Engineering Co-Op Student for the September 2026 - December 2026 co-op term. This role will report to the Director, Platform Engineering and will focus on monitoring platform infrastructure, overseeing operational metrics, reviewing change requests, and executing pre-approved change activities. The ideal candidate will be currently enrolled in a post-secondary program in Canada and have familiarity with Linux system administration and containerization. This is a hybrid role requiring two days per week in the Cambridge office.

Requirements

Current enrollment in a post-secondary program with a Canadian institution in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field
Familiarity with Linux system administration and containerization within Docker
Experience with digital productivity tools (Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, or similar)
Clear and concise communication skills with the ability to convey ideas effectively in both written and verbal form
Active listening skills, demonstrating attention to stakeholder needs, the ability to ask clarifying questions, and confirm understanding before acting
The ability to build relationships across different business functions and show a team-oriented attitude
Proactive communication and willingness to flag issues early, provide regular progress updates, and the confidence to escalate blockers without prompting
Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-moving environment

Nice To Haves

PostgreSQL, VMWare, or similar tools considered assets

Responsibilities

Monitor Platform Infrastructure – Analyze operational issues across platform infrastructure, proactively identifying performance bottlenecks, system anomalies, and reliability risks while supporting root cause analysis and resolution efforts
Oversee Operational Metrics & Monitoring – Review and interpret operational dashboards and metrics to assess system health, identify trends, and surface actionable insights that inform performance improvements and operational decision-making
Review & Coordinate Change Requests – Evaluate incoming change requests for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with operational standards, collaborating with relevant stakeholders to ensure readiness and proper implementation planning
Execute Pre-Approved Change Activities – Carry out pre-arranged change request tasks in accordance with established processes and timelines, ensuring changes are implemented accurately, documented appropriately, and validated post-deployment