Software Developer, Embedded Appliances Co-Op

Motorola Solutions; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 46,000 - 66,000; Part time

Job summary

Motorola Solutions in Vancouver is seeking a software intern to contribute to high‑performance video solutions. You’ll join a multi‑disciplinary engineering team and use C++ to build robust applications for embedded Linux environments.

Responsibilities include maintaining and extending software, collaborating in a scrum team, and applying object‑oriented design patterns. Ideal candidates are pursuing Computer Engineering or Computer Science degrees and have knowledge of C++11/14, Linux, and

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in undergrad or graduate university program.
• Progress toward a degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• C++11/14 features knowledge and usage.
• Knowledge of multithreaded operating systems, performance, and networking.
• Experience in Linux development and scripting is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Using C++ to produce and maintain robust, high‑performance software.
• Be part of a scrum team delivering features for new platforms/appliances in video surveillance and security.
• Design, create, maintain, and deliver code/scripts for an embedded Linux environment.
• Apply object‑oriented patterns for concurrent, networked components.

Skills

C++ design

Multithreading

IP networking

Linux dev

Communication

Education

Undergrad/Grad student

Tools

Boost C++ Libraries

Go

Python

Yocto Project

Linux kernel

Job description

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Aperçu de l’entreprise

Chez Motorola Solutions, nous pensons que tout commence par nos employés. Nous sommes une communauté mondiale soudée, unie par la volonté incessante de contribuer à la sécurité des personnes partout dans le monde. Nous concevons et connectons des technologies qui contribuent à protéger les personnes, les biens et les infrastructures. Nos solutions favorisent la collaboration essentielle pour améliorer la sécurité des populations, des écoles, des hôpitaux, des entreprises et, finalement, des nations. Connectez-vous à une carrière qui compte et aidez-nous à bâtir un avenir plus sûr.

Department Overview

At Motorola Solutions we are helping solve some of the biggest challenges around safety and physical security by developing advanced artificial intelligence (AI) technologies and products that are used to help keep people, businesses, and cities around the world safer. Avigilon, a Motorola Solutions company, designs, develops, and manufactures advanced AI, video analytics, network video management software and hardware, surveillance cameras, and access control solutions that help change the way people interact with their security systems.

Job Description

Our co‑ops don’t wash cars or do coffee runs. They also don’t work on side projects. Our co‑ops are treated like full team members and are given the opportunity to learn what being a developer is like in the real world. You’ll have the opportunity to learn new technologies and best practices in coding, testing and automation. You’ll also have a lot of fun and make a lot of friends.

For the duration of your work term, you will be a member of a multi‑disciplinary engineering team responsible for the design and implementation of the next generation of Motorola’s market‑leading high‑performance video solutions products. We are looking for the best people: smart, creative, passionate about their work, and excited for new challenges.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Using C++ to produce and maintain robust, high performance, scalable application software
• Acting as a member of a scrum team responsible for features required to deploy new platforms/appliances in our video surveillance and security portfolio
• Designing, creating, maintaining, and delivering code and scripts for an embedded Linux environment
• The application of object-oriented patterns for the design of concurrent, networked, software components

Qualifications:

• Progress towards a degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline
• Demonstrated C++ design and programming ability (including new C++11 and C++14 features)
• Strong knowledge of multithreaded operating systems, performance, applications and concepts
• Knowledge of IP networking applications and concepts
• Academic or job-related experience developing software in a Linux environment
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills

Preference will be given to candidates with the following skills and experience:

• Knowledge of digital video/audio codecs, standards, transport and concepts
• Experience using boost
• Experience with Go (Golang) or Python
• Experience with the Linux kernel and device drivers
• Experience with The Yocto Project

Target Base Salary Range: 45,600 - 66,000 CAD

Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.

Basic Requirements

• Must be enrolled in undergrad or graduate university program
• Travel Requirements: None
• Relocation Provided: None
• Position Type: Intern

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally‑protected characteristic.

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.

Motorola Solutions adopte, favorise et promeut les principes de diversité, d’équité et d’inclusion. Nous encourageons et accueillons les candidatures de toutes les personnes qualifiées, quelles que soient leur race, origines ethnique, religion ou croyance, orientation sexuelle, identité et expression sexuelle, statut d’anciens combattants ou tout autre statut protégé par la Loi. Nous sommes fiers de notre culture axée sur les personnes et les communautés, encourageant ainsi chaque Motorolan d’être la version la plus authentique de lui-même dans ses responsabilités afin de tenir la promesse d’un monde plus sécuritaire. Si vous souhaitez vous joindre à notre communauté mais croyez que vous ne possédez pas toutes les exigences requises pour le poste convoité, nous aimerions tout de même connaître les raisons pour lesquelles vous pensez être un excellent candidat pour notre équipe. Nous offrons également des mesures d’adaptation pendant toutes les étapes du processus d’embauche afin de favoriser l’inclusion des personnes vivant avec un handicap physique et/ou mental. Pour demander un aménagement, veuillez remplir ce formulaire d'aménagement raisonnable afin que nous puissions vous aider.

MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS OVERVIEW At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future. Learn more at www.motorolasolutions.com.