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R&D Software Development Co-op - Summer 2025


Company : Protocase Inc.


Location : Sydney, Australia


Created : 2025-04-24


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

R&D Software Development Co-opLocation: Sydney, NS (in-office, must relocate)Term: 16 week work term, full time (40 hours/week)We are seeking a driven Computer Science co-op student from Dalhousie University to join our team. The ideal candidate is enrolled in a program that requires the completion of a co-op term.This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious student to gain valuable experience working with our team of engineers, software developers, and other team members in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment.About Us:Protocase manufactures custom electronic enclosures and sheet metal components for scientists, engineers and innovators all over the world. To meet the needs of this group, Protocase created an ''ultra-lean'' manufacturing management system that allows it to build custom sheet metal jobs in 2-3 days, with no minimum orders. Our customers now total more than 18,000 worldwide, and include Boeing, NASA, IBM, Lockheed Martin, and SpaceX, among others.45 Drives makes Storinators, ultra-large servers that can store massive amounts of data, with read/write speeds in excess of 3GB/s. Customers around the world use Storinators for a variety of applications:Video production, streaming and visual effectsR&D, Engineering & Life SciencesGovernmentSurveillance & Law EnforcementQualifications: Experience & understanding with Java programming or other object-oriented language. Experience with 3D modeling and graphics would be a plus. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Attention to detail. Ability to work both independently and within a team. Experience with CAD software would be considered an asset. Be willing to locate to Sydney, NS for the duration of the co-op term. Strong communication skills (verbal and written). You have a goal-oriented personality and love to make things work! Excellent time-management skills. Strong analytic and problem-solving skills. Full-time, permanent employment may be possible following completion of the student''s degree. #J-18808-Ljbffr