About the role#
Ericsson is seeking a Baseband System Developer Co-op to join our team in Ottawa for the Winter 2027 term. This is a full-time, paid position with a duration of 8 to 16 months. You will work in a hybrid environment to support the development of 5G technology.
What you'll do#
- Apply supervised and reinforcement learning algorithms to solve challenges in 5G Wireless Physical Layer and Radio Resource Management.
- Work with subject matter experts to improve the performance of AI-integrated system-level wireless simulators.
- Research software development tools and support their implementation based on industry practices.
- Contribute to innovation initiatives, including Ericsson Invention Disclosures and Patents.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited undergraduate, master, or PhD program in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
- A minimum 2.7 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
- Knowledge of wireless communications and machine learning, including techniques like reinforcement learning, deep learning, GAN, DQN, LSTM, SVM, or random forest.
- Familiarity with Transformer architecture, Large Language Models, and ML frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or Keras.
- Experience with data preprocessing, feature engineering, and system-level cellular communication simulators.
- Understanding of LTE and NR 3GPP specifications.
- Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to work independently or in a team.
- Please provide an unofficial copy of your transcript and indicate your availability in months.
Location & details#
- Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Compensation: $25.50 to $34.50 per hour for Bachelors, $37.00 per hour for Masters, and $41.00 per hour for PhD students.
- Note: Sponsorship is not available for this role.
About Ericsson
Ericsson is a telecommunications company based in Kista, Stockholm. Founded in 1876, the firm focuses on 5G, mobile broadband, and cloud infrastructure. It maintains a global presence with over 100,000 employees. The company develops network technologies and software for communication services.
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