Business Operations Software Engineer – Co-op

Sun Life

. Meet regularly with operations colleagues to identify and design automations .

Posted 11/3/2026part-timeUnited StatesEntry Level💰 $22 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in object-oriented programming and automation design, with proficiency in Microsoft C# and Visual Studio. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for effective collaboration and project management.

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Object-Oriented ProgrammingMicrosoft C#Microsoft Visual StudioAnalytical SkillsEffective Communication

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Hard Skills

Object-Oriented DesignAutomation DevelopmentCost-Benefit AnalysisTesting and DeploymentProject Management

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailProactive Problem SolvingTime ManagementMeeting ManagementSelf-Motivation

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Visual StudioMicrosoft OfficeMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Outlook

Industry Keywords

AutomationCo-OpUndergraduate StudentGraduate StudentAccredited College

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Meet regularly with operations colleagues to identify and design automations
Develop business requirements for proposed automations
Evaluate cost-benefit tradeoffs and prioritize automations
Implement prioritized automations using object-oriented programming techniques
Thoroughly test and deploy automations
Monitor and manage automation execution and resolve issues
Draft and send communications highlighting new automations and their value
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university during the co-op (January 2027 – June 2027)
Must be an undergraduate or graduate student in a related field of study
Eligible to legally work in the United States
Ability to work full-time (40 hours/week) during the co-op session
Experience with object-oriented design and programming; Microsoft C# preferred
Experience with IDE development tools; Microsoft Visual Studio or Code preferred
Analytical skills
Ability to set up, conduct and manage effective meetings
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proactive and able to manage multiple projects with demanding deadlines
Highly motivated, self-driven and focused, with strong attention to detail

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous vacation and sick time
Market-leading paid family, parental and adoption leave
Medical coverage
Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
Disability programs
Partially paid sabbatical program
401(k) employer match
Stock purchase options
Employer-funded retirement account
Flexible, inclusive and collaborative work environment
Career growth support