Embedded C​/C++ SW Developer Co-op​/Intern

Job Description

Position: Embedded C/C++ SW Developer Co-op/Intern

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4 - 16 months

September 8, 2026

In office at 600 Mach Road, Ottawa, Canada.

The successful candidate will be given real-world experience working with a large-scale, real-time embedded system. You will be able to learn from a seasoned team of software engineers as you contribute to new features and product improvements on the 1830 Photonic Service Switch (PSS) or Nokia 1830 Global Express (GX). As well, you will get exposure to working in a global multicultural development organization.

A candidate for a bachelor’s degree or diploma in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field with an accredited school in Canada.

The Integrated Packet Transport Software Team is looking for highly capable and motivated students with a passion for software development.

• Develop C/C++ code to add feature functionality or enhancements in the current release of our 1830 product code base.
• Diagnose and implement solutions to software defects found by our product verification team during testing of the 1830 product.

• Experience with C/C++ from your university courses or prior work experience
• Good knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and software design
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well in a team

• Experience with Linux
• Experience with version control systems like Git
• Experience with Python