--- title: 'Software Developer Intern at Nuclear Promise X' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/software-developer-intern-nuclear-promise-x-ontario-ym6dpkrxbrhe' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-22' --- # Software Developer Intern at Nuclear Promise X - **Company:** Nuclear Promise X - **Location:** Ontario, Canada - **Compensation:** $26–$31/hr - **Employment:** internship - **Work type:** hybrid - **Posted:** 2026-09-17 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-22 - **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/NPX/048ca8da-bfb9-4454-8147-ac9497629634/application **Skills:** React, Next.js, Python, Azure, Minio, Weaviate, Ollama, Postgres, Redis > Design, build, and deploy software and AI-enabled solutions for nuclear industry projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop features, prototype ideas, and support the transition of tools into production using modern architectures. ## Job description Current Opportunity Posting: We are actively hiring for 3 openings for a January start. Applications submitted through this posting will be considered for the current vacancies, and may also be considered for future opportunities that align with a candidate's experience and interests. 🌍 About Us [NPX](https://www.npxinnovation.ca/)partners with nuclear utilities and new reactor projects to unlock performance through innovation. We combine decades of nuclear operation expertise with AI, digital tools, and lean processes, to help plants run safer, smarter, and more cost-effectively. Our Digital Transformation team scales this expertise through both NPX-developed and industry-leading products, delivering solutions to clients across Canada, the U.S., and globally. 🧠 The Role NPX is seeking a Software Developer Intern to contribute to innovative nuclear industry projects. In this role, you will design, build, and deploy software solutions that improve how work is done, while gaining exposure to AI-driven applications, modern architectures, and real-world user needs. You’ll work on a mix of software and AI-enabled solutions, helping develop features, prototype new ideas, and support the transition of tools into production. This is a hands-on role where you’ll collaborate with developers and stakeholders to deliver impactful solutions that enhance efficiency, safety, and decision-making. This role is ideal for someone who is curious, adaptable, and eager to learn. This role could be a mix of AI development and full-stack development depending on your interests and experience. Start Date: January 11, 2027 Duration: 4 month to start with potential to extend Salary Range: $26-31/hour (depending on the academic level) Travel Requirements: Potential travel to office 2-3 times throughout the co-op term Tech Stack: React, Next.js, Python, Azure, Minio, Weaviate, Ollama, Postgres, Redis 🎯 What You’ll Drive - Develop, test, and maintain software and AI-enabled solutions - Contribute to building features, tools, and lightweight applications - Support design and deployment of AI-driven functionality (e.g., agents, automation) - Collaborate with stakeholders to translate needs into technical solutions - Troubleshoot, debug, and improve existing applications - Contribute to testing, integration, and deployment - Iterate quickly through feedback, experimentation, and learning 🌿 What You’ll Find Here To do great work, you need to be well in mind, body, and soul. At NPX, we design our environment around the whole person, not just the job they do. - 🧠 Mind: Tools and support for mental wellness, professional growth, and financial security. - 🧘‍♀️ Body: Health coverage, a spending account, and the freedom to rest and recharge. - 🌀 Soul: Meaningful work, alignment with your values, and time to refresh with time off. - 💰👀 Financial wellbeing? Covered. That means competitive pay and recognition for the impact you make. NPX provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome people from all backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and abilities. 💬 Pssst. Just a heads up that we use AI to help in the filtering of candidates based on job-specific criteria. Humans decide who to move forward, and this way we're able to spend more of our time supporting our candidates directly. ## About Nuclear Promise X ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: NPX (Nuclear Promise X) is a nuclear innovation firm that helps utilities modernize operations through AI, automation, Lean Six Sigma, and digital transformation, with a mission to advance clean nuclear power for a sustainable future. - **Entity Type**: Private (Startup) - **Headquarters**: Kincardine, Ontario, Canada (with a second office in Port Elgin, ON, and operations in the United States) - **Founded**: 2018 - **Founders**: Not publicly named; the company was founded with a focus on diversifying and modernizing the nuclear industry ## Core Business - **Primary industry/industries**: Nuclear energy consulting, engineering, digital transformation, and technology services - **Target customers**: Nuclear utilities, new build nuclear projects, and energy organizations in Canada and the United States (primarily B2B, enterprise) - **Mission or purpose statement**: "Modernize nuclear to power a sustainable future." NPX focuses on bridging the gap between traditional nuclear practices and modern solutions, using practical innovation that works in nuclear. ## Products & Services - **Engineering & Project Delivery**: Expert engineering, design, and project management for nuclear utilities and new builds, leveraging Agile methodologies and AI-powered solutions to streamline workflows and reduce costs. - **Digital Transformation & AI**: Moving clients from legacy systems and manual processes to AI-driven, data-powered, and automated solutions, including robotics and Lean/Kaizen. - **Strategy Consulting**: Helping nuclear operators bridge the gap between strategy and execution, ensuring innovation turns into action with measurable impact. - **Analytics**: Using data to create intuitive visuals and dashboards that help clients make data-driven decisions. - **Rapid Application Development**: Building applications with Microsoft PowerApps and full-stack development technologies. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available - **Key Metric**: **Total Funding**: Not publicly available (privately held, no disclosed funding rounds). The workforce is approaching **200 employees** according to a Globe and Mail feature, while LinkedIn reports **96 employees** (+1.8% YoY growth) — conflicting reports likely reflecting different timing or counting methods. - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Key clients/partners include **Ontario Power Generation** (24 employees came from OPG), **Bruce Power** (19), **Kinectrics** (13), **University of Waterloo** (7), and **Tetra Tech** (6). NPX serves clients across Canada and the United States. - **Growth Signals**: - Active job postings surged +1700% quarterly and +260% yearly (18 current postings). - LinkedIn followers grew +80.2% year over year (15,720 followers). - Awarded **Canadian Nuclear Association Employer of the Year (2025)**, **HRD Canada Best Places to Work (2024)**, **UofT PEY Co-op Program Employer of the Year (2025)**, and a **Balance Means Business Award from Women in Nuclear (2023)**. - The company is expanding its U.S. presence with a Director of NPX US. ## Competitive Advantages - **Deep Nuclear Expertise**: End-to-end knowledge of existing plants and new nuclear projects — not generic consultants but specialists with decades of domain experience. - **Practical Innovation Focus**: Unlike many consultancies, NPX emphasizes execution and hands-on implementation, using AI, automation, and Lean Six Sigma in a highly regulated industry. - **Flat Organizational Structure**: A deliberately flat hierarchy where everyone is considered a "generalist/innovation catalyst," reducing bureaucracy and accelerating decision-making. - **Mission-Driven Culture**: Focused on clean energy and sustainability, which attracts purpose-driven talent. The company teaches kids to code, makes face shields for frontline workers, and runs community impact initiatives. - **Award Recognition**: Multiple "Best Places to Work" and innovation awards in 2024 and 2025 validate its culture and industry standing. ## Strategic Focus - **Current priorities**: Modernizing nuclear operations through AI and digital transformation; expanding in the United States; continuing to attract and develop young talent through a robust new grad program (rotating through three roles over 24 months). - **Direction for growth**: Scaling the workforce (targeting 200+ employees), deepening U.S. market penetration, and leading the nuclear industry's digital evolution while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance. ## Why Work Here - **Culture highlights**: NPX emphasizes a flat, agile, and action-oriented culture. Employees describe it as a place where "your ideas matter from day one," regardless of seniority. The company is serious about diversity, equity, and inclusion, with proactive programs and a focus on dismantling systemic discrimination. - **Remote/hybrid/office policy**: **Hybrid** — most employees work primarily from home and visit client sites when necessary. There is no forced office mandate; the company empowers employees to choose the way that works best for them. Employees are distributed across Canada, with two physical offices in Kincardine and Port Elgin, Ontario. - **Notable perks**: - Competitive salary and extended health/dental insurance - Healthcare savings account - Flexible vacation time - Professional development fund - Career growth and development programs (including a structured new grad rotation program) - "NPX days off" (additional company-wide days) - Competitive maternity & parental leave - RRSP matching - Company swag - Volunteer and fun events (biweekly community impact meetings) - **Engineering culture**: The company hires developers, design engineers, data analysts, and AI developers, with a focus on rapid app development (PowerApps, full-stack) and cutting-edge AI projects. The tech stack emphasizes modern tools applied to nuclear operations. The "innovation mindset" is a core value — anyone can pitch an idea for an "x-project." - **Employee reviews**: On LinkedIn, NPX has a **3.5/5.0** overall rating (84 reviews). Breakdown: Work-Life Balance 3.5, Compensation 3.8, Culture 3.7, Career Opportunities 3.3. This suggests solid compensation and culture but room for improvement in career progression and work-life balance. ## Sources 1. [npxinnovation.ca - Careers Page](https://www.npxinnovation.ca/careers) 2. [npxinnovation.ca - Company Homepage](https://www.npxinnovation.ca/) 3. [theglobeandmail.com - Nuclear Promise X Holds Much Promise for Young Talent](https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/adv/article-nuclear-promise-x-holds-much-promise-for-young-talent/) 4. [npxinnovation.ca - Mission Page](https://www.npxinnovation.ca/mission) 5. 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