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.

Job Title: Software Analyst Intern
Rail Pass Type: Internship/Co-op (Full-time/Hybrid)
Departure and Arrival Date (Start -End): September 2026 - August 2027 (4/8/12months)
Vacancy: 1
Location: 3555 Gilmore Way Burnaby, BC V5G 0B3

Work hours/week: 40
Pay Details: $23-$30 CAD hourly

Stations on Your Journey:

Welcome and Onboarding Station

• Intern Orientation

• Online Onboarding Curriculum

• Buddy Program for mentorship and guidance

Hands-On Work Station

• Real-world projects with top industry talent

• Paid internship + paid vacation

• Hybrid work model

• A chance to build your career with a global leader driving digital transformation and innovation that helps support sustainable future

Networking Station

• "Ask Me Anything" with the Executive Committee

• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

• Social Intern Events: Coffee Breaks, Onsite/Offsite events

• Business Intern Events: Intern Showcase & Graduation ceremony

• Company Social Events: Holiday Party, Employee BBQs, Golf tournament, etc.

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 Responsibilities

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

The successful candidate should be working towards a Computer Science degree or equivalent.

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.

• Fluent in English - both written and oral communication skills

• Able to work full time (40 hours) for the agreed work term with a minimum of 2 days (16 hours) in the Burnaby office

Ready to Begin Your Journey?

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Line Status: Open until filled

This posting relates to an existing vacancy.

Our hiring process uses both human and technology‑assisted (AI) tools to support candidate screening and assessment. All results are reviewed by people, and all hiring decisions are made by people.

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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