Embedded Software Engineer Intern

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Embedded Software Engineer Intern in USA

Zipline
Full time
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USA
08/27/2026
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South San Francisco, CA

Responsibilities

Develop embedded software, firmware, and drivers for autonomous aircraft and ground delivery systems.
Design and validate RF test setups, manufacturing software test suites, hardware-in-the-loop integrations, and simulation-based testing.
Develop real-time telemetry and coprocessor systems involving high-frequency signals, I/O expansion, ADCs, communication devices, and interrupts.
Prototype and integrate perception systems, compute modules, and sensors for flight testing.
Improve flight and ground-system behavior through bench testing, real flight tests, reliability analysis, and global deployment.
Define system requirements, develop solutions, and validate safety, performance, and reliability in real-world edge cases.

Requirements

Have completed at least the second year of undergraduate studies; master’s and PhD students are also eligible.
Be pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering.
Have designed, built, or deployed electromechanical systems or robots.
Be comfortable programming in C, C++, Python, or Rust.
Have developed software for a real-time operating system or embedded Linux.
Understand basic electrical engineering concepts, including schematics, oscilloscope debugging, and communication protocols such as CAN, SPI, and UART.
Be willing to receive feedback and write efficient, readable, well-tested code with friendly APIs and minimal technical debt.

Benefits

Full-time, in-person internship at Zipline’s South San Francisco office.
Spring 2027 internship term from January 2027 through April 2027.
Potential relocation support, housing stipend, overtime pay, paid sick time, and other applicable benefits.

Zipline

Zipline is redefining logistics with its instant delivery system that addresses urgent access challenges for a diverse range of customers, including governments and businesses. By leveraging advanced technology like robotics and autonomy, Zipline ensures equitable access to essential goods, wheth...

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