Baseband System Developer Co-op

Ericsson; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Ericsson Canada Inc. in Ottawa, ON, is seeking a Baseband System Developer Co-op for 8–16 months starting January 11, 2027. You will apply supervised and reinforcement learning to 5G wireless challenges and collaborate with experts.

The role emphasizes AI-enabled system-level wireless simulators, using TensorFlow, PyTorch, and Keras, plus data preprocessing and documentation. You must be enrolled full-time in an undergrad/masters/PhD program and available 40 hours per week; unofficial transcript

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled full-time in an accredited undergraduate, master's, or PhD program at a four-year college or university.
• Be available to work 40 hours per week.
• Provide unofficial transcript and indicate months available in resume/cover letter.
• Must not require immigration sponsorship; Ericsson Canada does not provide sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Apply supervised and reinforcement learning to address 5G Wireless Physical Layer and Radio Resource Management challenges.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to improve AI-integrated system-level wireless simulators.
• Research new software development tools and technologies and support implementation per industry best practices.
• Contribute to innovation initiatives, including Ericsson Invention Disclosures and Patents.

Skills

Wireless knowledge

Machine learning

Transformer architecture

LLMs

TensorFlow/PyTorch/Keras

Data preprocessing

System-level simulators

LTE/NR basics

Analytical & communication

Independent & collaborative work

Education

Active enrollment in undergraduate/master's/PhD

Tools

Python

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Keras

Job description

Grow with us

Baseband System Developer Co-op

Location: Ottawa, ON.

Duration: 8 – 16 months (for co-ops)

Start date: January 11th, 2027

Please upload your unofficial transcript when applying. (Use the "Cover letter" uploading tab.) Please indicate in your resume or a cover letter how many months you are available for.

At this time, Ericsson Canada Inc. does not provide immigration assistance/sponsorship now or in the future for this position.

About this opportunity

As the tech firm that was instrumental in creating the mobile world, and with more than 54,000 patents to our name, we’ve made it our business to make a mark. When joining our team at Ericsson you are empowered to learn, lead, and perform at your best, shaping the future of technology. This is a place where you're welcomed as your own perfectly unique self, and celebrated for the skills, talent, and perspective you bring to the team. Come and be where it begins!

What you will do

• Apply supervised and/or reinforcement learning algorithms to address complex challenges in 5G Wireless Physical Layer and Radio Resource Management
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to improve the performance of AI-integrated system-level wireless simulators
• Research new software development tools and technologies, and support implementation in alignment with industry best practices
• Contribute to innovation initiatives, including Ericsson Invention Disclosures and Patents

The skills you bring

• Knowledge of wireless communications and machine learning
• Experience with ML techniques such as reinforcement learning, federated learning, deep learning, GAN, DQN, LSTM, SVM, or random forest
• Understanding of Transformer architecture, its variants, and practical applications
• Familiarity with Large Language Models (LLMs)
• Experience with ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Keras
• Experience in data preprocessing, cleaning, and feature engineering
• Experience with system-level cellular communication simulators
• Basic understanding of LTE and NR 3GPP specifications (Physical Layer, Radio Resource Management, Mobility)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively both collaboratively and independently

Eligibility requirements

• 2.7+ GPA on a 4.0 scale or equivalent
• Uploading an unofficial copy of your transcript
• Actively enrolled in an accredited undergraduate, master’s, or PhD on a full-time basis at a four-year college or university at the time of the co-op
• Be available to work 40 hours per week

Ericsson uses a merit-based hiring approach that values people with different experiences, perspectives and skillsets. We truly believe this approach drives 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 employer, learn more.

If you need assistance or to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Ericsson at [e-mail].

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 (Country/ City)

Job details: Developer

Compensation and Benefits at Ericsson

At Ericsson, we know that our people are the key to our success. We offer a competitive package to help with your individual needs and goals.

Your Pay

The salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, and the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.

The salary range for this position is

• Bachelors: $25.5/hr CAD - $34.5/hr CAD
• Masters: $37/hr CAD
• PhD: $41/hr CAD