Software Analyst Intern

About the role#

Hitachi Rail Canada is seeking a Software Analyst Intern to join the Vital Software Engineering team for a 12-month internship. You will work under the guidance of a senior software engineer to analyze and develop software, while supporting automation and testing activities within the organization's existing infrastructure. This role focuses on safety-critical railway systems and requires a proactive approach to software development and CI/CD pipeline enhancement.

What you'll do#

• Assist with software development and algorithm implementation for safety-critical systems.
• Develop software tools and scripts to enhance CI/CD pipelines by migrating solutions to a generic Hitachi Rail pipeline.
• Create fitness testing using Python, C, and wiki documentation based on software requirements.
• Document software solutions and create metrics and dashboards for management reporting.
• Adhere to company processes and procedures for developing vital software.

What you'll need#

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Strong technical proficiency in Python, C/C++, Shell scripting, JSON, and Groovy.
• Experience in a DevOps environment, including familiarity with Git, Bitbucket, Jira, Jenkins, and Artifactory.
• Hands-on experience using GitHub Copilot.
• Fluency in English with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Location & details#

• Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
• Term: Fall 2026 (September 2026 – August 2027).
• Work Modality: Hybrid (minimum of two days per week in the office; the first month requires full-time onsite presence).
• Schedule: Full-time (40 hours per week).
• Status: Paid internship.