Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time
Duration: 8 months
Workplace Type: Hybrid
About Our Vancouver Office
Located in the heart of downtown Vancouver, between the Pacific Ocean and the Coast Mountains, Teck’s Corporate Office sits in one of Canada’s most culturally diverse cities.
Surrounded by world-renowned nature and globally inspired cuisine, the office brings together many of Teck’s corporate functions - all working toward Teck’s purpose of providing the essential resources the world relies on.
Role Overview
Duration: 8 months
Positions Available: 1
Start Date: January 4, 2027
For this exciting position, we are specifically targeting students who have a background in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline. Candidates must be enrolled in a Canadian post-secondary institution for the full duration of the co-op term and plan to return to their studies upon completion for at least one academic term. If you are not currently located near the work location, you must be willing to commute or temporarily relocate for the duration of the term. A valid study permit and studentship letter will be required where applicable.
The Platform Developer Co-op supports the Data and Analytics Platform team within Teck Digital Systems (TDS). In this role, you will help build and enhance the technology platforms that enable software development teams across Teck to develop, deploy, secure, and operate applications more efficiently. Working alongside Platform Developers, Software Developers, Product Managers, and Cloud Architects, you will contribute to a modern Azure and Kubernetes-based platform that provides self-service capabilities, automation, developer tooling, and cloud infrastructure services. You will gain hands-on experience with cloud-native technologies, Kubernetes, platform development, DevOps practices, software development, and infrastructure automation while contributing to products used by engineering teams across the organization.
This is a hybrid role, with mentoring and training provided to help you grow your technical skills and confidence. We are looking for someone who is curious, eager to learn, enjoys building solutions, and is excited about creating great developer experiences through automation and platform engineering
Why consider Teck Resources Limited for your Co-op Placement?
At Teck, we offer more than just a job – we provide a comprehensive student experience comprised of relevant, hands-on work, vibrant social activities, extensive networking opportunities, and rich professional development. With captivating projects set against stunning backdrops, a culture of inclusivity and collaboration, and boundless opportunities to learn, grow, and have fun, joining us means embracing a fulfilling and dynamic co-op adventure.
In addition to excellent compensation, Teck co-ops receive a variety of advantages including but not limited to:
- Financial assistance to help with travel costs and co-op fees
- Opportunity to develop technical skills and gain practical experience while applying academic knowledge to real-world mining operations and projects
- Enjoy mentorship and guidance from experienced specialists in their respective fields
- Receive primary consideration for professional positions upon graduation
Key Responsibilities
- Be a courageous safety leader and adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental policies and procedures
- Contribute to the development and enhancement of Teck's Data and Analytics Platform
- Design, build, and maintain platform services that improve developer productivity and software delivery
- Develop software and automation solutions using modern programming languages and cloud-native technologies
- Assist with the development of self-service capabilities that enable teams to provision infrastructure, deploy applications, and consume platform services
- Contribute to Kubernetes-based platform components and supporting tooling
- Support the creation and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines, automation workflows, and developer tooling
- Build integrations between Azure services, developer platforms, and enterprise systems
- Develop APIs, templates, and reusable platform components that promote engineering consistency and best practices
- Participate in platform testing, troubleshooting, and operational support activities
- Collaborate with product managers, developers, architects, and security teams to deliver platform capabilities that meet business and engineering needs
- Assist in collecting and analyzing platform metrics to improve reliability, usability, and adoption
- Create and maintain technical documentation, onboarding guides, and developer enablement materials
- Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, sprint planning, and Agile development ceremonies
- Gain exposure to platform engineering, cloud infrastructure, GitOps, observability, security, and modern software delivery practices
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a degree or diploma program in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline
- Experience developing software through academic, personal, open-source, or co-op projects
- Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Python, Go, JavaScript/TypeScript, C#, or Java
- Understanding of software development fundamentals, including version control, testing, and debugging
- Interest in cloud computing, platform engineering, and developer experience
- Familiarity with Git and collaborative software development practices
- Understanding of containers and Docker concepts is considered an asset
- Exposure to Kubernetes, cloud platforms, or Infrastructure as Code tools is considered an asset
- Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies is considered an asset
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Eagerness to learn new technologies and take ownership of technical challenges
- Interest in learning how digital platforms help enable operational excellence within the mining industry
- Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and lived experiences
Why choose a Co-op with Teck?
At Teck, we offer more than just a job – we provide a comprehensive student experience comprised of relevant, hands-on work, vibrant social activities, extensive networking opportunities, and rich professional development.
With captivating projects set against stunning backdrops, a culture of inclusivity and collaboration, and boundless opportunities to learn, grow, and have fun, joining us means embracing a fulfilling and dynamic co-op adventure.
Pay Range: CAD $4,108 to $5,183 per rmonth
The actual amount offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.
In addition, our Co-ops receive a variety of advantages including:
- Financial assistance to help with travel costs and co-op fees
- Opportunity to develop technical skills and gain practical experience while applying academic knowledge to real-world mining operations and projects
- Enjoy mentorship and guidance from experienced specialists in their respective fields
- Receive primary consideration for professional positions upon graduation
Apply with us
Take the next step in your career by applying for the
Cloud Platform Developer Co-op role. We review applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply, even if your background doesn’t match every requirement. We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free hiring process. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.
Requisition ID: 54593 | Job Category: Technology | Employment Type: Temporary Full Time | Location: Vancouver | Workplace Type: - Hybrid 
