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Ciena

Embedded Software Engineer - Intern

Ottawa, ON

CA$25 - CA$32/hr

Enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree in computer or electrical engineering, computer science, or similar disciplines * Experience with C or C++ Assets: * Developing software for embedded ...

DREAM

Intern, Development Accounting

Ottawa, ON · On-site

CA$21 - CA$25/hr

Dream is looking for an Intern, Development Accounting (8 month)! We are always looking for the best and brightest to join our thriving community. Dream's Development Accounting team is currently ...

Solink

Software Engineer, COOP (Data Integrations)

Ottawa, ON · Remote

CA$40K - CA$55K/yr

The Role We are seeking a motivated Software Engineer Co-Op or Intern to join our R&D team. In this ... You are currently enrolled in a Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field, seeking a ...

Larus Technologies

Software Engineer

Ottawa, ON · On-site

University degree in Computer/Software Engineering, Computer Science or other related Engineering degree; * Required to meet qualifications to obtain a Canadian Government security clearance ...

Marvell

Analog Engineer Intern - PhD

Ottawa, ON · On-site

Expected Base Pay Range (CAD) 36 - 48, $ per hour. Additional Compensation and Benefit Elements With competitive compensation and great benefits, you will enjoy our workstyle within an environment of ...

Ribbon Communications

Software Engineer

Ottawa, ON · Remote

Requirements Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field, or equivalent work experience 2-3 years of experience in designing and implementing scalable, distributed ...

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Actalent

Software Engineer

Ottawa, ON · Hybrid

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related scientific field. * Minimum 5 years of experience working on operating systems, kernel ...

L3HHCM20

Software Engineer

Ottawa, ON

CA$85/day

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Computer or Software Engineering (or equivalent experience), or Electrical or Systems Engineering with software experience; * Minimum 7 years software ...

Ciena

Software Platform Designer Intern

Ottawa, ON · On-site

CA$25 - CA$32/hr

As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena is committed to a people-first approach. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a flexible work environment that empowers individual ...

Ciena

Resourcing and Enablement Intern

Ottawa, ON

CA$20.50 - CA$27.50/hr

As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena is committed to a people-first approach. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a flexible work environment that empowers individual ...

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As of Jul 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for computer science intern in Ottawa, ON is $18.43, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.20 and $22.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Computer Science Intern is a temporary position where students or recent graduates gain hands-on experience in software development, data analysis, cybersecurity, or other computing fields. Interns typically assist with coding, debugging, research, and testing while working under the guidance of experienced professionals. This role helps build technical skills, industry knowledge, and networking opportunities, preparing interns for full-time positions in the tech industry.

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Embedded Software Engineer - Intern

Embedded Software Engineer - Intern

Ciena

Ottawa, ON

CA$25 - CA$32/hr

Full-time

PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena is committed to a people-first approach. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a flexible work environment that empowers individual growth, well-being, and belonging. We're a technology company that leads with our humanity-driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.

How You Will Contribute:

We design, implement, and maintain real-time embedded platform and application software for several of Ciena's flagship products. Functional areas in our scope range from low level bit flipping drivers to high level software state machines for interfacing with external applications:

  • Linux and VxWorks kernels and base software components
  • Drivers for proprietary and 3rd party ASICs, FPGAs, and other hardware components.
  • Hardware/software interface to provide bridging of various abstraction layers.
  • Fault and alarms subsystems to detect, report and maintain defects and manage their hysteresis and co-relations.
  • System applications such as traffic/equipment protection, performance monitoring, etc.
  • SDKs that abstract the underlying low-level software and hardware to facility platform application developments and integration.

Must Haves:

  • Enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree in computer or electrical engineering, computer science, or similar disciplines
  • Experience with C or C++

Assets:

  • Developing software for embedded systems or telecom products
  • Understanding of CPU hardware architectures, hardware functional specifications, hardware timing diagrams, device data sheets
  • Understanding of real-time operating systems and embedded systems
  • Software development tools such as git, BitBucket, Gerrit, Jira, etc.
  • Unit test frameworks such as Google Test, JUnit, Robot, PyTest, and the like
  • Debuggers and tools (e.g., gdb), especially for troubleshooting embedded systems in user space and kernel space
  • High-level programming and scripting languages such as Java, Python, Perl, Tcl, bash
  • YANG modeling language and toolchains
  • Software development methodologies such as Agile or Waterfall
  • Familiarity with datacom and telecom concepts such as DWDM, SONET/SDH, OTN, Ethernet, OSI Model, TCP/IP, MPLS

Pay Range:

The hourly pay range for this position is $25 to $32.

Pay ranges at Ciena are designed to accommodate variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations, reflecting our diverse products, industries, and lines of business. Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available.


In addition to competitive compensation, Ciena offers students access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation pay as required by applicable laws.
At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard. Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination.

Ciena is anEqual Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.

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