Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
8 days ago
vDU Developer Co-Op
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Location: Ottawa, Canada - Hybrid
Start date: May 5, 2025
Length: 16 Months

 

** Request ** Please indicate in your application resume, or a cover letter, how many months you are available for. Since there is a lot to learn, we are seeking students available for eight months or longer. Please include your most recent transcripts in your application.

 

Are you a current undergraduate or student in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or similar discipline who would like to join a software development team responsible for developing and testing 5G virtualized digital unit software?  Do you like to focus on designing, modeling, and implementing for Cloud Radio Access Networks?  Do you like working with the latest cloud technologies like Kubernetes, Docker, Helm?  We have an exciting opportunity for you in a fast-paced, highly collaborative technical environment.

 

About this opportunity: 
We are looking for fourteen (14) co-op students to join our 5G Virtualized Digital Unit team in Ottawa. We have co-op positions ranging from 8 months to 16 months. You will work with a wide network of designers, specialists and researchers across the Cloud RAN development organization in solving sophisticated technical challenges and develop innovative new technologies for our world-leading Cloud Native RAN portfolio. 

 

What you will do: 

Work in any of the software development areas such as Physical layer, L2/L3, Management Plane, Control plane and User plane and Interface definitions, etc.Work in test simulation involves enhancing our 5G algorithm modelling/test vector generation tool and using it to generate test vector data for design validationInvolve in developing the infrastructure to support automated testing and developing automated test cases to test new 5G software features. Work in developing/debugging software tools which support developer’s needs, such as web-based tools, log analysis tools, debug tools, software management tools, etc.Participate in developing and executing tests on the platform to test new 5G Cloud Native software features.Develop simulation tools to test system performance of various L1/L2/L3 algorithms and benchmarking expected performance metrics.Work on 3GPP NR and ORAN standards protocols and advanced 5G feature

 

They all provide great learning opportunity in 5G wireless technology in a Cloud Native environment. 
If any of these types of work interest you then apply! During the interview we can discuss which positions and types of work interest you the most.

 
The skills you need:

You are currently a student in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or similar discipline with GPA 3.0 (out of 4) or higherGood understanding of signal processing, communication theory, SW design methodology, IP NetworkingKnowledge of MATLAB, C/C++, JAVA, PythonGood understanding of the Linux ecosystem and have completed projects working with the Linux kernel Some knowledge of Cloud-Native core principles, DevOps and Ecosystem a plus - microservices, K8S, Docker, Helm, CI/CD (DevOps) Excellent English communication skillsExcellent problem solving and interpersonal skills and possess a can-do attitude 

What happens once you apply?

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We encourage you to consider applying to jobs where you might not meet all the criteria. We recognize that we all have transferrable skills, and we can support you with the skills that you need to develop.  

 

Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we champion it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team.  Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, learn more. 

 

If you need assistance or to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Ericsson at hr.direct.mana@ericsson.com 

 

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position, and you may be required to perform additional job tasks as assigned.

 

Primary country and city: Canada (CA) || Ottawa

Job details: Developer

Job Stage: Job Stage 4

Primary Recruiter: Tien Le 

Hiring Manager: Damitha Ranaweera

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