Co-op Software Engineer - Distributed Database

Huawei Technologies Canada Co., Ltd.; Markham; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Co-op Software Engineer to join its Distributed Data Storage and Management Lab. This role focuses on researching and developing advanced distributed database systems, emphasizing cutting-edge algorithms and collaboration with a talented team of engineers. Ideal candidates will be pursuing a degree in Computer Science or a related field, possess strong programming skills in C and C++, and be eager to tackle complex data challenges. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to creating next-generation cloud products and enhancing global AI infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a degree program related to Computer Science or Engineering.
• Proficient in C and C++ programming languages.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop distributed transaction processing database management systems.
• Collaborate with architects to develop proof-of-concept systems.

Skills

C Programming

C++ Programming

Distributed Database Design

Lockless Algorithms

NUMA-aware Approaches

Collaboration Skills

Documentation Skills

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering

PhD in Telecommunications

Job description

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

About the team:

The Distributed Data Storage and Management Lab leads research in distributed data systems, aiming to develop next-generation cloud serverless products that encompass core infrastructure and databases. This lab addresses various data challenges, including cloud-native disaggregated databases, pay-by-query user models, and optimizing low-level data transfers via RDMA. Teams within this lab create advanced cloud serverless data infrastructure and implement cutting-edge networking technologies for Huawei's global AI infrastructure.

About the job:

• Research and development of distributed, highly available transaction processing database management system focusing on algorithms for scale up and scale out.

• Work with a team of architects and engineers to develop proof-of-concept systems and components across the data manager, buffer manager, and transaction processing components.

• Investigate and design new data structures and algorithms focusing on lockless and NUMA-aware approaches on the latest hardware technology.

• Collaborate with QA and continuous integration teams to ensure a high-quality overall solution through automated unit tests, functional testing, and system testing.

About the ideal candidate:

• Enrolled in or pursuing a BS, MS, or PhD degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Telecommunications.

• Proficient in C and C++ programming.

• Experience with design and development of distributed database, storage system, file system, or cache system is an asset.

• Experience in open source communities is an asset.

• Excellent team player with strong collaboration and communication skills.

• Strong documentation and organizational skills.

• Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn on the job.