Pedro Soares

AI SWE @ TELUS | 3rd year Computer Science & Big Data Systems Student | Passionate About AI & App Development | PMP In Progress

Oakville, Ontario, Canada

About

I am an ambitious, disciplined, and hard-working third-year Computer Science & Big Data Systems student at Wilfred Laurier University. I am currently building a strong technical foundation in data structures, algorithms, cybersecurity, and AI through my personal projects and coursework. My aspiration is to pursue a career in the tech industry as a SWE, and I am currently seeking a Winter 2027 co-op placement lasting 4 months. I have hands on experience in Python, React, React Native, Swift, C, Java, and am always looking for opportunities to take my skills to the next level. As an aspiring entrepreneur, I’m drawn to creating real-world solutions to problems people have as well as being innovative and pushing forward the world’s technological development. I am eager to apply my skills in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, and I’m actively seeking internships that allow me to grow in my skills and contribute to impactful projects. Let’s connect if you’re looking for a curious, hard working candidate ready to make a meaningful impact!

Experience

  • AI Software Engineer at TELUS
    May 2026 - Present · 3 mos

    Leading development on AI solutions for TELUS' Network Operations Team which who perform monitoring, mitigation and deployment of technical resources for wireline and wireless network faults nationally

  • TELUS (Hybrid)
    • AI Software Engineer
      Aug 2025 - Dec 2025 · 5 mos

      Leading development on vegetation monitoring systems using computer vision to analyze drone footage. Collaborating with AI experts at TELUS on cutting edge AI projects spanning healthcare, environmental monitoring, and HVAC optimization. Engaging with industry partners at the Vector Institute and participating in major AI conferences and summits.

    • Product Owner
      May 2025 - Aug 2025 · 4 mos

      As a Product Owner at TELUS, I support the development of the MyTELUS App and help make improvements digital products. I work closely with cross-functional teams to solve problems and develop new app features. I'm also involved in exploring how emerging technologies like AI can help solve real-world problems and improve product performance.

  • Founder at Plutopia Ads
    Aug 2023 - May 2025 · 1 yr 10 mos

    Managed every aspect of the business from client acquisition and sales to campaign creation, execution, and performance tracking. I actively prospected and closed deals with clients across various industries, tailoring marketing strategies to fit their unique goals and target audiences. I handled content creation, ad management, and analytics across platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, consistently optimizing campaigns to improve engagement, conversions, and ROI. This hands-on experience sharpened my skills in sales, digital strategy, and client relationship management while giving me a deep understanding of full-funnel marketing.

  • Software Development Intern at ZPI
    Jun 2023 - Sep 2023 · 4 mos

    After my previous experience at ZPI I was given more responsibilities, mainly to enhance performance by refining Visual Basic and C code while bridging front-end and back-end systems through the integration of SQL, HTML, and CSS. I resolved critical data inconsistencies and display issues, supported production line continuity, and developed custom SQL queries to optimize database accuracy and performance. In addition to mentoring junior developers, I played a key role in team-based projects involving Git version control, database maintenance, and full-stack software development, further strengthening my leadership and technical problem-solving capabilities.

  • Software Development Intern at ZPI
    Feb 2022 - Sep 2022 · 8 mos

    Improved system performance and usability by debugging and optimizing Visual Basic and C code. Conducted extensive software testing across hundreds of scenarios, reducing bugs and enhancing overall system stability. Collaborated with a development team, gaining hands-on experience in Git, database maintenance, and software design while strengthening problem-solving and teamwork skills.