Software Developer - C++ (Co-op)

About this role

<div class="content-intro"><p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">We are an innovative, Vancouver-based startup at the forefront of robotics, AI, and machine vision technologies. Backed by VC funding and we’ve been recognized with the 2025 Frost & Sullivan Technology Innovation Leadership Award, the AAM Supplier Excellence Innovation Award, and the 2024 BC Tech “Company of the Year – Growth”, we are on a mission to redefine the future of AI-driven robotic vision systems.  Apera AI helps manufacturers make their factories more flexible and productive. Robots enhanced with Apera’s software have 4D Vision – the ability to see and handle objects with human-like capability. Challenging applications such as bin picking, sorting, packaging, and assembly are now open to fast, precise, and reliable automation. Apera is led by an experienced team from high-growth companies focused on robotics, artificial intelligence, and advanced manufacturing.</span></p></div><p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Role Overview: </span></strong></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Apera AI is seeking a </span><span data-contrast="auto">Software Developer (Co-op)</span><span data-contrast="auto"> with strong C++ skills and an interest in robotics to join our </span><span data-contrast="auto">Apera Vue</span><span data-contrast="auto"> engineering team for the<strong> 8 months term period (Sep 2026 - April 2027).</strong> You'll contribute to the development of real-time machine vision applications that power robotic systems across manufacturing and automation environments.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559738":0,"335559739":150,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">This role is based in-person at our Vancouver office.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559738":0,"335559739":150,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">In this role, you'll build features in C++, support image processing and robotics integration, and contribute to testing efforts in both simulated and physical lab environments. Your work will improve the performance, reliability, and scalability of a system used on real factory floors.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559738":0,"335559739":150,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Employee Value Proposition (EVP)</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559738":0,"335559739":150,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Purpose</span></strong> <br><span data-contrast="auto">You'll contribute to the core of our 4D Vision Technology, helping robots perceive and act in complex, real-world environments. Your code will directly impact robotic accuracy, speed, and adaptability.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559738":0,"335559739":150,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Growth</span></strong> <br><span data-contrast="auto">You'll deepen your understanding of robotics, computer vision, and modern C++ development. You'll gain experience working in a professional R&D environment with exposure to production code, lab hardware, and team-based workflows.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559738":0,"335559739":150,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Motivators</span></strong> <br><span data-contrast="auto">You'll collaborate with engineers solving high-impact technical challenges. You'll take on meaningful tasks that go beyond academic exercises, seeing your code influence how robots make decisions in real time.</span><span…