Digital Services Engineering Intern - Equinix
Toronto, ON
About the Job
Who are we?
Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, operating over 250 data centers across the globe. Digital leaders harness Equinix's trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places, partners and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals.
A career at Equinix means you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success.
Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company. Much of the internet that you know flows through our rapid interconnected network and data centers. Our Equinix Internet Exchange is the world's largest Internet Exchange while our Equinix Fabric has the largest market share in Software Defined Interconnection. Our team is building Equinix's next generation networking and multi-cloud networking platforms which enable all of Equinix's Digital Interconnection services. We're looking for a software engineer to to help us build and operate a highly scalable, available, and distributed network orchestration software stack.
During your internship, you will help us build an automated test framework to validate the network micro services we'll be building for our next generation network. You will gain first-hand experience working with network switches and writing software to support the orchestration of those devices in Equinix's datacenter/cloud environment.
Requirements:
- Experience writing microservices
- Proficient experience with Golang
- Proficient in data management systems and technologies: PostgreSQL, Apache Kafka, CockroachDB, Neo4J DB
- Experience with L2-L3 networking technologies
- Experience in working with network management protocols: gRPC, Netconf
- Solid understanding of networking concepts, protocols, and their applications
- Knowledge of containerization and orchestration technologies: Docker, Kubernetes, or other open-source alternatives
- Proficient in using continuous integration and continuous deployment technologies: Github Actions, ArgoCD
- Familiarity with monitoring and logging technologies: Prometheus, Grafana, and Splunk
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills to troubleshoot and resolve distributed system issues
- Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey findings, recommendations, and technical details to team members
Requirements:
- Currently enrolled in an accredited university/college, either as a rising senior or a master's student.
- Pursuing a degree in software development, computer science, or a related field.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Golang, C, and Python.
- Knowledge of API integration, Kubernetes, and Docker.
- Familiarity with networking concepts and protocols.
- Experience with distributed systems and public cloud environments (AWS) is a plus.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Available to work full-time for the duration of the internship program (between May to August)
- Open to working in either Dallas or Toronto.
How to Apply:
Please submit your application by providing the following:
- Up-to-date resume that includes your availability (start and end date) and expected graduation.
- Cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and why you are interested in the Network Development Intern position.
- Please apply to this job posting only if you are available full-time for an internship during the stated period.
What's Next:
The Equinix New to Career team will be reviewing applicants on a rolling basis throughout October and November and will reach out to applicants accordingly. We appreciate your patience while we consider your application. If you would like to learn about other career opportunities we have to offer, please check out our careers page!
Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.