Software Developer - Web/Cloud Application, Co-op

Sierra Wireless; Richmond; Hybrid; CAD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Wireless in Richmond, BC is offering a software development internship focused on the ALMS platform as part of Semtech's AirLink ecosystem. You will contribute to building production-ready software in a cloud-native environment, with a hybrid work model combining on-site and remote work.

The role targets students in the 3rd or 4th year of Electrical/CS, with interests in Java/JavaScript, Linux, and AWS services.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in 3rd or 4th year of Electrical/Computer Engineering or Computer Science (software focus).
• Education focused on software development or related coursework.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze requirements and translate into reliable software designs.
• Implement and test features across the ALMS stack.
• Integrate and configure sub-systems in a cloud-native environment.
• Write clear documentation for features owned.

Skills

Java/JavaScript

Linux development

Web development

Initiative

Team player

Education

3rd/4th year ECE/CS (software focus)

Tools

AWS

Docker

EC2

S3

Lambda

Job description

Location:

Richmond, BC

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid, 4 days on site (Monday to Thursday)

Company Overview:

Semtech is a leading global supplier of high-performance semiconductors and advanced algorithms for infrastructure, high-end consumer, and industrial equipment. Through its acquisition of Sierra Wireless, Semtech powers the AirLink ecosystem — including ALMS (AirLink Management Services), a cloud-based platform that enables customers to remotely deploy, monitor, and manage AirLink routers and gateways at scale.

Responsibilities:

You will contribute to the on-time delivery of stable, production-ready software for the ALMS platform.

• Analyzing requirements and translating them into reliable software designs
• Implementing and testing features across the ALMS stack
• Integrating and configuring sub-systems within a cloud-native environment
• Writing clear documentation for the features you own.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in 3rd or 4th year of Electrical or Computer Engineering, or Computer Science (software focus)

Desired Qualifications:

• Java and/or JavaScript application development
• Linux-based software development
• Web application development
• Core AWS services (e.g. EC2, S3, Lambda) and Docker containers
• Takes initiative, seeks out challenges, and manages risk pragmatically
• Self-starter with strong communication skills
• Collaborative team player who takes pride in both team and personal accomplishments.

The intent of this job description is to describe the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically included in this description.

All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position is $25 - $28.5 hourly. There are several factors taken into consideration in determining base salary, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, skills, education and experience, as well as job location and the value of other elements of an employee’s total compensation package.