Compiler Developer - Coop (Markham, ON)

Job description

This position resides in Markham, Ontario and is a 4 or 8 (coop) month work term commencing January 2020 . It is mandatory that all applicants are enrolled in full-time studies at a post-secondary institution and returning to full-time studies upon completion of the work term.

The IBM Toronto Lab, located in Markham Ontario, is one of the largest R&D facilities in Canada. IBM compilers are at the cutting edge of compilation technology targeting a variety of hardware and software; including AIX & Linux on IBM POWER servers as well as z/OS on IBM Z.

We have multiple openings for 4-8 month work terms commencing January 2020 in various squads in our compiler organization. Our squads are autonomous, multi-disciplinary teams, consisting of talented software developers with knowledge in new and up and coming language standards, hardware implementations, compiler optimization expertise, and proven software development skills.

Our compilers are at the cutting edge of compilation technology, and our developers have helped deliver language standard conformance and industry leading benchmark results on IBM for both CPU and GPU. We produce compilers for a range of source languages optimized for IBM POWER systems and z mainframes. Our developers often contribute to the design of future IBM processors, the evolution of programming languages and many have acquired extensive patent portfolios. A number of our developers have gone on to become Directors, Distinguished Engineers, and IBM Fellows.

If you have C++ coding experience, a demonstrated understanding of algorithms and data structures, programming language design and a passion for developing innovative algorithms that make software run as fast as possible, this is the team for you. This position offers you a rare opportunity to influence the performance of hardware and software that are used by millions of people every second. You will also have the opportunity to participate in the development of LLVM open source compiler technology, contributing to a broad community. The work is challenging and complex, involves collaboration with many of IBM's top technical experts, and gives you the opportunity to acquire and use advanced technical skills in a highly specialized area of computer engineering.

This role will involve working with technology that is covered by Export Regulations sanctions. If you are a Foreign National from any of the following US sanctioned countries (Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Sudan, and Syria) on a work permit, you are not eligible for employment in this position.

Auto req ID

277245BR
Required Education

High School Diploma/GED
Role ( Job Role )

Technical Support Professional
State / Province

ONTARIO
Primary job category

Software Development & Support
Company

(0026) IBM Canada Limited - IBM Canada Limitee
Contract type

Internship
Employment Type

Full-Time
Is this role a commissionable/sales incentive based position?

No
Travel Required

No Travel
IBM Business Group

Systems
Preferred Education

Pre-University Qualification
City / Township / Village

MARKHAM
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IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Required Technical and Professional Expertise

·  Co-op or internship program enrollment is mandatory
·  Demonstrated ability to program in C, C++ or other 3GL programming languages
·  Proven problem determination and program debugging skills with attention to detail
·  Working knowledge of Linux, AIX or UNIX operating systems
·  Experience in advanced data structures and algorithms
Country/Region

Canada
Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

·  Experience in academic or professional work in compilers or compiler optimization (LLVM preferred)
·  Knowledge of parallel programming techniques, such as OpenMP
·  Experience in benchmarking or application performance analysis
·  Experience in low-level programming (e.g. assembly language, VHDL/FPGA) and low-level debugging
Secondary Job Category

Other Software Development & Support
Eligibility Requirements

Must be eligible/legally entitled to work in Canada.

This role will involve working with technology that is covered by Export Regulations sanctions. If you are a Foreign National from any of the following US sanctioned countries (Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Sudan, and Syria) on a work permit, you are not eligible for employment in this position.

Position Type

CO-OP
Early Professional Track

Developer
Location Statement

This role will involve working with technology that is covered by Export Regulations sanctions. If you are a Foreign National from any of the following US sanctioned countries (Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Sudan, and Syria) on a work permit, you are not eligible for employment in this position.
New Collar Role

Yes
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