Co-op Engineer - Data Center Network

Huawei; Waterloo; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Co-op Engineer to join their Data Center Network Lab. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with senior team members on cutting-edge projects focused on next-generation data center networks and transport technologies. Ideal candidates are pursuing a degree in Computer Science or Telecommunications and possess strong programming skills in C/C++ and Python. This position emphasizes teamwork, personal growth, and the chance to tackle complex networking challenges, making it a perfect fit for aspiring engineers eager to make an impact in the digital intelligence era.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Computer Science or Telecommunications.
• Excellent academic standing with strong fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on data center network research projects.
• Assist in designing high-speed transport networks.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Computer Science Fundamentals

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor in Computer Science

Master in Telecommunications

Tools

RDMA

Ethernet

TCP/IP

CXL

Job description

Huawei Canada has an immediate Co-op opening for an Engineer.

About the team:
The Data Center Network Lab focuses on advancing next-generation data center networks and transport technologies. Working together with industry experts, the lab addresses complex networking challenges and integrates innovative research into various product lines. The team specializes in network protocol and architecture design for computing, cloud and storage interconnections, aiming to establish a leading network system. This lab fosters personal and professional growth, encouraging learning and team development in the digital intelligence era.

About the job:

• Work closely with senior team members on one or more projects on data center network research.

• Working on technologies such as RDMA stacks, Data Center Networking, and Cloud/Computing networks.

• Assist in designing and validating high-speed transport networks.

About the ideal candidate:

• Bachelors/Masters student pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, or related fields.

• Excellent academic standing and demonstrated understanding of computer science fundamentals.

• Proficient skills in C/C++ and Python programming.

• Familiar with protocols such as Ethernet, TCP/IP, RDMA, CXL.

• Knowledge of AI/HPC/Cloud/Storage systems is an asset.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team.