Intern Assistant Researcher - Software Defined Radio

Huawei Canada has an immediate 8-month internship opening for an Assistant Researcher.

About the team:

Welcome to the Advanced Wireless Technology Wireless Lab, an epitome of innovation located in Ottawa, Canada. Here, amid the dynamic panorama of technological progress, our team consists mainly of seasoned graduate computer engineers and computer scientists. With diverse experiences ranging from fresh perspectives to decades-long industry immersion, we are united by our fervour for pioneering wireless solutions.

About the job: 

• Design, develop, and maintain software solutions in Python and C++ for SDR systems.

• Implement, test, and deploy SDR applications on Linux systems.

• Collaborate with other team members to integrate advanced algorithms into the SDR platform.

• Troubleshoot and debug complex issues in SDR hardware and software configurations.

• Support the deployment and maintenance of SDR systems, optimizing for performance and reliability.

About the ideal candidate:

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.

• Proven mastery of Python programming.

• Strong proficiency in C++ and Linux (including shell scripting and system-level programming).

• Threading and parallel processing experience is an asset.

• Hands-on experience with Software-Defined Radio (SDR) technologies and systems.

• Solid understanding of digital signal processing (DSP) and communication systems.

• Familiarity with GNU Radio or similar SDR frameworks.

• Experience with RF systems, antennas, and signal processing tools.

• Knowledge of DSP algorithms and wireless communication protocols.

• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and agile development methodologies.