Test and Automated Test Co-op
Location: Ottawa, ON.
Duration: 8 - 16 months (for co-ops)
Start date: January 4, 2027
Please upload your unofficial transcript when applying. (Use the "Cover letter" uploading tab.) Please indicate in your resume or a cover letter how many months you are available for.
At this time, Ericsson Canada Inc. does not provide immigration assistance/sponsorship now or in the future for this position.
About this opportunity:
- Ericsson is a global technology company that played a foundational role in building today's mobile world. With more than 54,000 patents, we continue to shape the future of technology and communication. Every team member is welcomed as their authentic self and celebrated for the unique skills and perspectives they bring.
- Three types of roles are available: Automated Test Developer, Integration & Test / Design Testing Support, and AI Developer Experience. During the interview, we'll discuss which best fits your interests.
What you will do:
- Develop and code automated 5G test cases and test tool capabilities
- Build infrastructure to support 5G automated testing, including Layer 1 and test frameworks
- Develop tools and automation to support vDU integration and testing (e.g., onboarding guides, test channel setup, PM/KPI analysis tools, data visualization)
- Improve test development workflows by leveraging AI and Generative AI-powered tools
- Experiment with prompt engineering and fine-tuning AI models for test case generation
- Perform software feature and/or integration testing on 5G lab equipment
- Work in 5G simulations, including signal processing with AI/ML
- Develop command-line and web-based tools to support software development
- Investigate and help resolve issues uncovered during testing
- Collaborate with colleagues using Agile ways of working
The skills you bring:
- Pursuing a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Communications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective English communication (written and verbal)
- General knowledge of LTE and/or 5G wireless protocols is an asset
- Programming languages (assets): Python, Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, Perl, Java SpringBoot, HTML/CSS, C/C++
- Tools & platforms (assets): Linux, Gerrit, GitHub, Jenkins, Django, Angular
- Frameworks & concepts (assets): HTTP & RESTful APIs, Database Fundamentals (Hibernate & JPA), Kubernetes, Docker
- Familiarity with AI tools and frameworks such as OpenAI, Codeium, or TensorFlow is a plus
Eligibility requirements:
- 2.7+ GPA or equivalent , Uploading an unofficial copy of your transcript
- Actively enrolled in an accredited undergraduate, master's, or PhD on a full-time basis at a four-year college or university at the time of the co-op
- Be available to work 40 hours per week
Why join Ericsson?
At Ericsson, you'll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what's possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world's toughest problems. You'll be challenged, but you won't be alone. You'll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.
What happens once you apply?
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Ericsson uses a merit-based hiring approach that values people with different experiences, perspectives and skillsets. We truly believe this approach drives innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, learn more.
If you need assistance or to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Ericsson at [email protected].
DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position, and you may be required to perform additional job tasks as assigned.
Primary country and city: Canada (CA) || Ottawa (Country/ City)
Job details: Developer
Compensation and Benefits at Ericsson
At Ericsson, we know that our people are the key to our success. We offer a competitive package to help with your individual needs and goals.
Your Pay
The salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, and the candidate's combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.
The salary range for this position is:
Bachelors: $25.5/hr - $34.5/hr
Masters: $37/hr
PhD: $41/hr
Skills Required
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Communications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent field
- Actively enrolled full-time in an accredited undergraduate, master's, or PhD program at a four-year college or university during the co-op
- Minimum 2.7 GPA or equivalent
- Available to work 40 hours per week
- Available for an 8- to 16-month co-op term
- Knowledge of LTE and/or 5G wireless protocols
- Programming experience with Python, Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, Perl, Java Spring Boot, HTML/CSS, or C/C++
- Familiarity with Linux, Gerrit, GitHub, Jenkins, Django, or Angular
- Knowledge of HTTP, RESTful APIs, Hibernate, JPA, Kubernetes, or Docker
- Familiarity with AI tools or frameworks such as OpenAI, Codeium, or TensorFlow
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Effective written and verbal English communication skills
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What We Do
Ericsson builds the digital connectivity the world relies on. Our technology underpins the mobile networks, platforms, and systems that billions of people, businesses, and societies depend on every day. We are a global leader in communications technology, delivering mobile network infrastructure, cloud software, and wireless connectivity solutions for service providers and enterprises worldwide. Our networks support connectivity across 180+ countries, helping power everyday communication as well as critical digital services at global scale. Connectivity has evolved far beyond consumer mobile use. Today, nearly 80% of the world’s population accesses the internet via mobile networks, and Ericsson is helping shape what comes next. We are advancing 5G and 5G Advanced, developing network APIs that open connectivity to the global developer ecosystem, and applying automation and AI to make networks more intelligent, efficient, and resilient. Ericsson was the first company to launch live 5G networks on five continents, and our 5G platform is now commercially live in 150+ networks across 60+ countries. We also support more than 36,000 enterprise customers, enabling secure, high-performance connectivity for industries such as manufacturing, aviation, logistics, utilities, and public safety, where reliability and performance are mission critical. Innovation is central to how we work. Ericsson has approximately 28,000 employees in research and development, backed by one of the strongest intellectual property portfolios in the industry with 60,000+ granted patents. Our engineers, researchers, and technologists work across 100+ global R&D sites, helping define how networks evolve and how digital infrastructure is built for the long term. As the world moves toward a mobile-first, AI-powered, and cloud-driven future, connectivity becomes the foundation for digital transformation across every industry. Ericsson is building that foundation, shaping the future of digital connectivity through technology that operates at global scale and supports real-world impact, today and for what comes next.
Why Work With Us
Ericsson is a place for people who want to work on technology that powers everyday life. You’ll contribute to large-scale systems used every day, tackle complex challenges in live environments, and keep developing your skills and career in your own vision.
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