About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada (Hybrid)

We are currently looking for a Software Analyst Intern to join the Software Engineering team in Burnaby.

Duration: 8 or 12 months (September 2024 up to August 2025)

Hitachi Rail provides signaling systems for metros and light rail systems. Our solutions provide efficient, safe and green transportation solutions for people around the world.

Our team writes software that controls driverless subway trains in real-time. We have deployed driverless train control software in dozens of cities around the world, including London, Hong Kong, Toronto & Vancouver.

We work on C++ code that does real-time supervision of trains, allowing remote control, monitoring & scheduling of train movements in busy urban environments. Our system moves millions of people every single day & must be reliable & rock-solid. We want top programmers who can design software systems for these demanding conditions.

Key Requirements:

Students are initially focused on development tools to support our multi-site team of 60 developers
Advanced students may contribute to the core C++ engine code that schedules & commands trains

Required Skills and Experience:

Working towards a Computer Science degree or equivalent

Preferred Skills and Experience:

Knowledge in the following areas will be valuable, but a willingness to dig in & figure things out is the most important – we are constantly trying to improve our development tools, environment & process.

C++, C# or Java coding skills
Scripting languages such as Ruby, Perl, Python, Groovy
Software building tools like gmake, MSBuild, Maven
Unit testing & continuous integration frameworks
Web development including Typescript, WebSockets, Stencil, PixiJS, npm
Source control tools (Git, etc.)
Windows setup & configuration
Exposure to object-oriented techniques, multithreading, socket programming, Windows
Agile work environments
Working knowledge of modern software engineering practices, methods & tools
Strong technical writing & communication skills

Salary Range: $41,600-$56,160

Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at

https://www.hitachirail.com/careers

At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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Thales

Software Analyst Intern