16 Canadian startups hiring this March
There are tons of jobs available in every sector, from healthcare A.I. to green energy technology.
If you’re looking for a new job, you’re in luck. Canadian startups in a wide range of industries, from healthcare to green energy to manufacturing to higher education to client relations, are looking for new people to join their growing teams.
Here are 16 Canadian companies currently hiring.
conversationHEALTH
What it does: conversationHEALTH is a Toronto-based company that develops conversational A.I. — through text, voice and digital humans, across markets and languages — for life-sciences companies and their customers. Recently, the company announced a new update to its software as a service (SaaS) platform which includes the launch of the standalone conversationHEALTH Natural Language Understanding (NLU) Engine.
The perks: conversationHEALTH offers a competitive benefits package (which includes a Health Spending Account), an extra week of vacation during the holidays and the opportunity to work in a ground-breaking industry.
Current openings: There are currently 35 openings at conversationHEALTH, including NLU Intern, Medical Conversation Editor, Technical Project Coordinator, Compliance Officer, Senior Sales Manager, Product Specialist, Medical Data Analyst and more.
Vention
What it does: Based in Montreal, Vention helps manufacturing companies automate their production floor through an online-first platform which enables clients to design, program and commission automated equipment from their web browsers. The tech is currently used in over 2,000 factories across five continents.
The perks: Vention employees get a flexible working schedule, a comprehensive health plan, competitive compensation, monthly company-sponsored events, four weeks of vacation, and complimentary drinks and snacks when working in-office.
Current openings: There are currently 44 openings at Vention, including Talent Acquisition Specialist, Integration Engineer, Web Developer — Robotics Software, Director of Brand and Product Marketing, Software Team Lead, Accounting Technician, Mechanical Engineer, Quality Engineer and more.
Statflo
What it does: Statflo is the leading one-to-one business text messaging platform that allows businesses to have two-way conversations directly with their customers, helping to grow, engage and retain client bases.
What it does: Statflo provides a hybrid workplace with location-flexible arrangements that allows employees to work onsite and offsite as they see fit. The company also organizes personal and professional development opportunities.
What it does: Customer Support Analyst Summer Internship, Graphic Design Summer Internship, Customer Success Manager, Sales Summer Internship, Product Management Internship, H.R. Summer Internship, Financial Operations Summer Internship, Senior Scala Engineer, Customer Experience Specialist, Senior Business Development Representative, Senior DevOps.
Nest Wealth
What it does: Established in 2014, Nest Wealth is Canada’s latest independent digital wealth manager. The company’s digital solutions are used by well-established financial institutions across North America (for example, National Bank) and individuals alike.
The perks: On top of healthcare benefits, employee stock options, education support and professional development opportunities, Nest Wealth’s employees are also offered team social events, a catered weekly team lunch, a fully stocked kitchen and a dog-friendly office when working in-person.
Current openings: Senior Front-end Developer, Software Development Engineer, Associate Portfolio Manager, Product Manager, Client Experience Manager, Business Data Analyst Co-op (eight-month term).
Riipen
What it does: This Vancouver-based company aims to close the skills gap and end underemployment. Riipen’s experiential learning platform connects users in need of learning opportunities with companies in need of help, so that users gain work-ready skills. RBC Future Launch recently paired with Riipen to deliver 10,000 work-integrated learning experiences at 30 post-secondary institutions in Canada.
The perks: In-tune with the reality of work during the pandemic, Riipen has a remote-first organization, with a majority of its employees working from home offices across the country. To support employees’ remote work set-ups, the company provides a quarterly WFH stipend.
Current openings: Senior Manager, Growth Marketing, Senior Content Marketing Specialist, Software Developer, Senior Software Developer, Customer Delight Representative, V.P. Finance, Senior Product Marketing Manager, Affiliate Marketing Specialist.
Humi
What it does: Humi is a cloud-based H.R. software designed and built to help Canadians run small and mid-sized businesses easily and efficiently.
The perks: Humi’s workplace is remote friendly with flexible hours. Employees are also offered equity ownership, health benefits and longer weekends with business hours ending at 1 p.m. every Friday. Humi also has a partnership with Inkblot Therapy, so employees have virtual access to mental health and wellness resources.
Current openings: There are currently 26 openings at Humi, including Talent Acquisition Specialist, Senior Product Manager H.R., Product Designer, Associate — Technical Support, Executive Assistant, Advisor — Benefits Sales, Advisor — Benefits Portfolios, Engineering Lead — PHP, Engineering Lead or Manager — Ruby, DevOps Specialist, Senior Product Manager, Senior Front-end Software Engineer — React, Senior User Experience Researcher.
Ionomr Innovations
What it does: Based in Vancouver, Ionomr Innovations develops and markets ion-exchange membrane and polymer solutions for clean energy generation. In January, Ionomr closed a U.S.$15-million funding round led by Shell Ventures. The venture was selected as a 2022 Global Cleantech 100 company by the Cleantech Group.
The perks: Working at Ionomr is an opportunity to work at a fast-growing startup in an exciting sector — cleantech.
Current openings: Logistics Technician, Engineering Intern, Chemical Technologist, Membrane Operations Manager, Coating Technologist, Customer Service Representative, Technical Project Manager.
Inkblot
What it does: Founded in 2015, Inkblot Therapy is a virtual platform that offers affordable, secure video counseling wherever, whenever.
The perks: Inkblot employees have access to growth opportunities, as well as resources and mentorship to reach career and personal goals. The company also offers unlimited vacation time, generous health benefits and flexible work hours.
Current openings: Account Manager, Quality Assurance Associate, Full-stack Engineer, Front-end Developers, Bilingual Support Specialists, Associate Content Marketer, Account Manager, Account Executive.
Clir Renewables
What it does: Clir Renewables’ cloud-based A.I. helps accelerate renewable energy production by providing investors with the insights and tools needed to assess and optimize wind and solar projects. In November 2021, Clir Renewables was named one of Canada’s Companies-to-Watch in Deloitte’s Technology Fast 50 program.
The perks: Employees have the opportunity to work in a team that’s focused on reducing its impact on the environment. The company also offers a comprehensive medical and dental benefits plans, professional development benefits, a flexible schedule and remote work options.
Current openings: Senior Product Manager — Financial Services, U.X. Design Co-op, Sales Operations Specialist, Operations Manager, Software Developer — Eight-month Co-op, Senior Software Developer, System Administrator, Sales Development Representative, Head of Business Development — India Remote, General Applications — Business Development, General Applications.
XpertSea
What it does: Quebec-based XpertSea develops aquatic technologies that are designed to make aquaculture more sustainable and profitable with a combination of A.I., computer vision and machine learning.
The perks: The XpertSea team is remote and the company offers employees a flexible work schedule, a take-what-you-need vacation policy, an annual WFH stipend for office equipment, a monthly stipend for internet and phone, and a competitive salary.
Current openings: Senior React Native Developer, Senior Product Designer, Senior Machine Learning and Research Engineer, Head of Engineering, Senior Product Manager — Financial Products, Head of Finance, Head of Marketing and P.R., Full-stack Developer, Engineering Team Lead.
7D Surgical
What it does: 7D Surgical is a Toronto-based company developing advanced technology that uses special cameras to analyze anatomy in seconds to improve surgical workflow and patient care.
The perks: Working at 7D Surgical is an opportunity to work in a company at the cutting-edge of healthcare.
Current openings: Product Designer II (U.X./U.I.), Software Developer II, Regulatory Specialist, Manager — Strategic Accounts, Key Accounts Manager.
Sampler
What it does: Sampler is a Toronto-based company that allows brand and agency marketers to provide product samples to gain reviews and data for products. Clients include companies such as L’Oréal and LaCroix.
The perks: Sampler provides employees with group vision, dental and health benefits, access to telemedicine, wellness and stress management programs, a stock option plan, half-day Fridays, a generous vacation policy, a flexible work schedule, parental leave benefits and a computer and monitor to make working from home easier.
Current openings: Product Designer, Finance Operations Specialist, Client Success Associate, Business Development Representative.
ChargeLab
What it does: This company builds software for managing electric-vehicle charging stations. As well, ChargeLab offers affordable turnkey charging solutions for businesses and governments.
The perks: ChargeLab allows employees the option to work from home. The company also offers a stock option plan.
Current openings: Senior Full-stack Developer, DevOps Engineer, Head of People, Senior C++ Developer — Remote), Product Designer — Remote.
Pani Energy
What it does: Victoria-based, Pani Energy, optimizes water treatment plants using A.I. to help the world’s water supply become more sustainable.
The perks: Pani Energy employees have the opportunity to work to tackle problems for the betterment of society and the environment.
Current openings: Software Development Lead, Product Owner, Lead Software Developer, Engineering Modeller, Application Engineer.
ThinkData Works
What it does: ThinkData Works is a Toronto-based company that provides enterprises with a central place for data access and discovery. In January, ThinkData Works and Palantir Technologies Canada partnered with Martinrea International to develop an industry-wide platform to address the global supply chain crisis.
The perks: Employees at ThinkData Works are offered career development opportunities like lunch-and-learn workshops and an annual learning allowance.
Current openings: Account Executive — Enterprise, Pre-sales Engineer, Demand Generation Manager, Field Data Scientist I/Junior Field Data Scientist, Business Development Representative, Data Analyst, Client Enablement/Agile Delivery Manager, Field Data Scientist I/Junior Field Data Scientist, Software Engineer.
EnPowered
What it does: Kitchener-based EnPowered helps everyday consumers control their energy consumption to save money and reduce emissions. Using A.I. algorithms, the company’s technology can predict spikes in electricity prices which helps customers reduce usage during and save up to 50 percent on costs.
The perks: EnPowered offers health benefits, flexible work schedules, a competitive salary, stock options and a generous vacation policy.
Current openings: Financial Analyst, Product Marketing Manager, Content Writer, Back-end Developer, EDI Software Specialist — Contract, Programs Operations Analyst, Senior U.X. Designer, Product Manager.
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Rebecca Gao