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Embedded Software Engineering Intern

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Embedded Software Engineering Intern in USA

  • northwoodspace
  • Full time
  • Email
  • Torrance, CA

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 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, multimeters, and other laboratory equipment 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 previous internships.
  • Familiarity with Linux environments and command-line tools.
  • Understanding of computer architecture and operating system fundamentals.
  • Familiarity with embedded systems, microcontrollers, or hardware/software interaction.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, willingness to learn, and ability to collaborate in a hands-on engineering environment.
  • Preferred: experience with Yocto, PetaLinux, I2C, SPI, UART, USB, microcontrollers, development boards, FPGA-based systems, networking fundamentals, Rust, Git, laboratory equipment, or embedded software, robotics, and electronics projects.

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