About the role#
This 4-month co-op position is based in Toronto for the Summer 2027 term. You will join a team focused on connectivity and data-center silicon, working on advanced ASIC and SoC solutions. The role centers on building full-stack applications and AI-powered tools to improve engineering workflows and design automation.
What you'll do#
- Build responsive web applications using React and develop backend services with Node.js.
- Design and manage PostgreSQL databases.
- Create AI-powered tools and agentic workflows, including integrating LLMs with APIs and engineering systems.
- Explore AI-assisted CAD design and engineering automation.
- Improve developer tools, testing, and automation workflows.
- Collaborate across software, hardware, firmware, AI, and DevOps teams.
- Assist with project management, including tracking tasks and coordinating across teams.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Computer/Electrical Engineering.
- Expected graduation date of November 2027 or later.
- At least 1 year of academic experience with programming languages like C, C++, or Python.
- Demonstrated experience building full-stack applications with React, Node.js, and PostgreSQL.
- Strong fundamentals in JavaScript/TypeScript, SQL, REST APIs, Git, and Linux.
- Understanding of LLMs, generative AI, AI agents, and agent orchestration.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to learn quickly.
- Preferred: Experience with Python, LLM APIs, RAG, agent frameworks, CAD/EDA, Docker, CI/CD, or automated testing.
Location & details#
- Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
- Term: Summer 2027 (May/June to August/September).
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- This position is paid and includes a housing stipend.
About Qualcomm
Qualcomm manufactures semiconductors and develops computing technologies. Founded in 1985, the company maintains its headquarters in San Diego. It serves markets including mobile, automotive, and the internet of things. The organization employs more than 10,000 people and operates as a public company.
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