Co-op DevOps Engineer - Hybrid & Flexible Hours

General Dynamics Missions System International; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company specializing in defense solutions is offering a co-op position in DevOps Engineering starting May 2026 for 8-16 months. In this role, you will develop and sustain software that supports defense operations, while gaining hands-on experience with build systems and automated testing. Ideal candidates are current students in Software Engineering or Computer Science, with strong communication skills and a willingness to learn. Competitive hourly compensation is provided in a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Flexible work hours

Hybrid work model

Networking opportunities

Onsite amenities and social events

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Familiarity with computer networking and networking equipment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support and contribute to software and firmware build systems.
• Evaluate, document, and analyze software tools.
• Assist with the management of automated test systems.
• Participate in troubleshooting and problem resolution.
• Collaborate with team members through tasks and scrums.
• Integrate efforts across development and testing teams.
• Propose innovative ideas to enhance processes.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Familiarity with computer networking

Enthusiastic and willing to learn

Education

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering or related field

Tools

Ansible

Docker

Kubernetes

GitLab

JIRA

Job description

A technology company specializing in defense solutions is offering a co-op position in DevOps Engineering starting May 2026 for 8-16 months. In this role, you will develop and sustain software that supports defense operations, while gaining hands-on experience with build systems and automated testing. Ideal candidates are current students in Software Engineering or Computer Science, with strong communication skills and a willingness to learn. Competitive hourly compensation is provided in a hybrid work model.