Summer 2026
Software Engineer – Backend Co-op
Posted on 2/17/2026
Bree
11-50 employees
Interest-free cash advances up to $350
Compensation Overview
CA$40 - CA$60/hr
Toronto, ON, Canada
Hybrid
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- Expert-level proficiency in TypeScript/Node.js and serverless architectures, with deep AWS Lambda and event-driven systems experience.
- Proven track record of architecting and refactoring complex distributed systems at scale.
- Strong experience with Infrastructure as Code, preferably Pulumi or similar tools, and AWS services (Step Functions, SQS, EventBridge).
- Demonstrated ability to leverage AI development tools to accelerate delivery while maintaining code quality and architectural integrity.
- Excellence in designing clean, testable, and well-documented code that serves as an effective context for AI assistants.
- Commitment to Bree's mission of providing Canadian consumers with the best short-term credit services.
- Lead the architectural evolution of our serverless backend systems, focusing on scalability, maintainability, and developer experience.
- Refactor and modernize our existing Lambda-based microservices architecture to establish patterns that maximize AI tool effectiveness.
- Design and implement robust data pipelines and payment processing systems across multiple providers.
- Champion best practices for AI-native development, creating patterns and abstractions that enable rapid iteration with tools like Cursor and Claude Code.
- Collaborate with infrastructure engineers to optimize our AWS-based architecture using Infrastructure as Code.
- Drive the consolidation and standardization of our data layer across Supabase, Firebase, and legacy systems.
Bree offers interest-free cash advances up to $350 in Canada to help people cover unexpected expenses and avoid overdraft fees. It provides short-term, zero-interest loans with a straightforward application and minimal requirements, funded by membership fees that users can cancel anytime. This makes access to quick funds transparent and low-cost. Bree differentiates itself with no-interest borrowing and a simple, accessible process in the personal-finance space, backed by a flexible membership model. The company’s goal is to provide fast financial relief and prevent overdraft situations by offering a clear, affordable alternative for irregular cash needs.
Company Size
11-50
Company Stage
Seed
Total Funding
$260K
Headquarters
Vancouver, Canada
Founded
2021
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Advance limit increased from $350 to $750 for larger financial relief.
- Flexible qualification via PDF bank statements broadens user access.
- 24/7 support and advanced encryption boost user trust and retention.
What critics are saying
- FCAC investigates express fees as disguised high-cost credit in 12-18 months.
- OSFI regulates advances as loans, banning model in 18-36 months.
- Borrowell captures 30% market share with $1,000 instant advances in 12-24 months.
What makes Bree unique
- Bree provides interest-free cash advances up to $750 without credit checks.
- Optional express fees from $2.99 to $45.99 enable same-day funding.
- Premium budgeting tools included in $2.99/month membership after 30-day trial.
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Benefits
Top of the market compensation for top performers
Comprehensive dental / vision
$1,500 annual learning stipend
$1,000 annual wellness stipend
$250 monthly lunch stipend
2 annual company retreats
Parental leave
Unlimited Paid Time Off