Embedded Software Engineering Intern
Develop and test embedded Linux software, hardware interfaces, and system integrations for next-generation ground stations. The internship requires pursuing a technical degree and programming experience in languages such as C, C++, Rust, or Python.
About the job
Responsibilities
- Develop and test software for Linux-based embedded devices.
- Contribute to embedded Linux tooling, system configuration, and user-space applications.
- Help develop and improve over-the-air (OTA) software update capabilities.
- Debug software and hardware integration issues with firmware and hardware engineers.
- Work with I2C, SPI, UART, and USB hardware communication interfaces.
- Use oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multimeters to troubleshoot systems.
- Write tests and documentation to improve embedded-system reliability and maintainability.
- Collaborate with FPGA, electrical, firmware, and software engineers on system integration.
- Own an internship project and present the work and learnings at the end of the internship.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Programming experience in C, C++, Rust, Python, or a similar language through coursework, projects, research, or internships.
- Familiarity with Linux environments and command-line tools.
- Understanding of computer architecture and operating-system concepts.
- Familiarity with embedded systems, microcontrollers, or hardware/software interaction.
- Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn.
- Ability to collaborate in a hands-on engineering environment.
Nice-to-haves
- Embedded Linux experience with Yocto or PetaLinux.
- Experience with I2C, SPI, UART, or USB.
- Experience with microcontrollers, development boards, or FPGA-based systems.
- Familiarity with Zephyr or FreeRTOS.
- Networking fundamentals.
- Rust programming experience.
- Git and software development workflows.
- Experience with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters, or other laboratory equipment.
- Projects involving embedded software, robotics, electronics, or similar systems.
Skills
C, C++, Rust, Python, Linux, Embedded Linux, Yocto, Petalinux, I2C, Spi, Uart, Usb, Microcontrollers, Fpga, Freertos
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