Job Title 2027 Winter Co-Ops - Software Development - Demonware (Vancouver)

Requisition ID R027954

This role is based onsite at the Demonware Vancouver office, following the team’s hybrid schedule (4 days per week in office). A relocation package may be available depending on eligibility.

About Demonware Demonware is a member of the Activision family of studios, partnering with engineers and creatives across AAA game studios to deliver the online and data services that power some of the world’s biggest franchises — including Call of Duty and Crash Bandicoot. We’re a technology company that values openness and collaboration. We believe the best ideas win, everyone should feel empowered to contribute, and while we take our work seriously, we don’t take ourselves too seriously.

At Demonware, you’ll find big-company challenges with a small-company culture. We support millions of concurrent users and work with technologies such as Python, C++, Java, Linux, MySQL, Erlang, and Kubernetes. Our co‑op students make real contributions — many see their code running in production within days of joining.

Co‑op Program Requirements Currently enrolled in a post‑secondary or graduate program

Expected graduation between December 2027 – June 2029

Available for a 7‑month, in‑person co‑op starting January 2027

Clear written and verbal communication

Strong debugging, analytical, and problem‑solving skills

Resume and transcript required

As part of the interview process, candidates will be required to complete an automated coding assessment

Specific Role Requirements Software Engineering Software Engineering Co‑ops have touched many aspects of Demonware. Needs may shift across each team, but co‑ops in the past have helped build multiplayer features, develop core backend systems, and design tools for large‑scale distributed services. They gain hands‑on experience working with Kubernetes infrastructure, automation frameworks, and scalable data pipelines.

Throughout the co‑op, they collaborate in design discussions, perform root cause analysis, and automate workflows to improve reliability, performance, and developer experience.

Requirements: Strong knowledge of Python, C++, and/or Java

Solid understanding of algorithms and data structures

Familiarity with Linux and source control (Git preferred)

Knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP, UDP, Nice‑to‑Have Skills: Experience with SQL‑based databases (MySQL preferred)

Familiarity with CI/CD concepts and tools for automating build, test, and deployment





Familiarity with Kubernetes

Exposure to security and scalability concepts

Experience building RESTful services or web applications

Clear passion for computer science showcased through personal projects, or extracurricular activities preferred

Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) Site Reliability Engineering Co‑ops maintain and evolve Demonware’s platform while contributing to the design of highly reliable operational architecture. Co‑ops ensure services are scalable, maintainable, and built for players worldwide, working closely with cross disciplinary teams throughout the development lifecycle. They also collaborate with experienced engineers across global offices, gaining exposure to high impact, large scale systems engineering.

Requirements: Strong knowledge of Python, C++, and/or Java

Solid understanding of algorithms and data structures

Experience with SQL‑based databases (MySQL preferred)

Knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP, UDP, Familiarity with Linux and source control (Git preferred)

Scripting experience (Bash, and/or Groovy)

Knowledge of foundational technologies such as TCP/IP and Linux/Unix internals

Nice‑to‑Have Skills: Familiarity with Kubernetes

Multi‑platform development experience

Exposure to security and scalability concepts

Experience building RESTful services or web applications

Data Engineering A Data Engineering Co‑op at Demonware helps design, build, and support scalable data platforms and frameworks that power analytics and real‑time insights across major game franchises. Co‑ops work with modern big data technologies, including batch and streaming systems, to ingest, process, and deliver high‑volume data reliably. They contribute to building APIs and microservices that enable efficient data processing and integration, while collaborating closely with engineers across instrumentation, ingestion, processing, and visualization, gaining exposure to the full lifecycle of large‑scale data systems.

Along the way, they also create automation tools to streamline workflows and improve overall efficiency.

Requirements: Strong knowledge of Java, Kotlin, or Python

Solid understanding of algorithms,



data structures, and basic computer science fundamentals

Understanding of database systems and SQL

Familiarity with Unix/Linux environments and Git (or similar version control systems)

Interest in or exposure to distributed systems or big‑data processing (e.g., Kafka, Spark, Flink)

Nice‑to‑Have Skills: Experience building or working with distributed systems (scalability, reliability, performance)

Exposure to data pipelines, streaming architectures, or ETL frameworks

Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)

Exposure to observability tooling (logging, metrics, tracing)

Experience with containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes, Airflow, CI/CD systems)

Knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/UDP/

How to Stand Out We encourage you to highlight:

Specific contributions on previous work/projects

Any Linux experience (school, personal, or home projects)

Programming‑related hobbies or personal projects

Notable school assignments

Open‑source contributions

Links to code repositories, portfolios, or technical blogs

Office Perks Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and drinks from a fully stocked kitchen

BBQs and Lunch & Learns

City‑center office location

Vacation allowance

Competitive pay

Free games

Compensation The standard base pay range for this role is 65,000 CAD annually.

The standard base pay range for this role is $45,202.50 - $95,655.00 CAD. These values reflect the expected annualized base pay range of recent hires in British Columbia, Canada. Actual amounts will vary depending on experience, performance and location. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed.

Diversity & Inclusion Research shows that women and members of other under‑represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do!

At Activision Blizzard, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

Accessibility We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to [email protected].

Notes General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.

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