Software​/QA Development Coop

Number of Position(s): 10
Duration: 4 Months
Date: September - December 2026
Location: Westford, MA - Onsite

Currently a candidate for a Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field at an accredited school in the US.

• Build programmable management interfaces such as gNMI, NETCONF, and gNOI.
• Contribute to embedded system development using real‑time operating systems (Linux, QNX, VxWorks).
• Apply C/C++ programming skills to develop high‑performance switching and routing software.
• Gain practical experience with system validation, quality assurance, and hands‑on lab work in a fast‑paced R&D environment.
• Design and develop Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking software, including both control and data plane functionalities.

• Proficient in C or C++ programming with solid proficiency in operating system concepts (memory management, IPC, scheduling, concurrency, etc.).
• Experience with software development on Linux and familiarity with RTOS (VxWorks, QNX) is a plus.
• Knowledge of networking protocols, embedded software, and protocol specification development.
• Exposure to virtualization technologies (e.g., Docker, containers, name spaces).
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem‑solving skills.

We act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Our employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, nationality or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect.