
Summer 2027 Intern - Embedded Firmware - 5810
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What you need
- 2+ yrs coursework in computer science or electrical engineering
- Strong C/C++ programming background
- Bare-metal firmware development for embedded systems
- Git and CMake experience with version control and builds
- CI/CD and unit testing experience
What you'll do
- Develop high-quality C/C++ code
- Participate in architecture, design, and code reviews
- Integrate software across firmware, test, and ground stations
- Develop interfaces to avionics sensors, subsystems, and payloads
- Facilitate updates to software system architecture
The Embedded Software team is a motivated group of engineers focused on developing complex avionics software that merges hardware, operating systems and applications for cutting-edge Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV). Embedded Software engineers work with customer programs, electrical engineers, Guidance, Navigation and Controls (GNC) engineers, systems engineers, test engineers and the Autonomy AI team to design and develop software systems which utilize modern aerospace sensors, state-of-the-art UAV avionics, and groundbreaking Artificial Intelligence applications.
As a member of the Embedded Software team, you will develop and maintain software architectures, generate and maintain all levels of software requirements, document and present software designs, and coordinate software development across multi-disciplinary teams.
What You’ll Do
* Develop high-quality C/C++ code
* Participate in architecture, design, and code reviews
* Integrate software from multiple departments to include firmware, software test and verification, Autonomy AI, and Ground Control Stations (GCS)
* Develop software systems to implement and integrate interfaces to modern avionics sensors, sub-systems, and payloads
* Facilitate the design process for updates to the software system architecture
Required Qualifications
* Typically requires a minimum of 2 years of coursework towards a degree in a related field (Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineer)
* Strong C/C++ background
* Experience in bare-metal firmware development for embedded systems
* Experience in a collaborative development environment, focused on continuous integration/delivery & unit testing to assure software quality
* Familiarity with common version control (git) and build systems (CMake, or similar)
* Demonstrated record of working hard, strong communication skills, being a trustworthy teammate, and being kind to others
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience working on cutting-edge autonomous robotic systems
* Proven background in thriving within fast-paced environments, particularly within startup or R&D settings. School projects are applicable experience.
* Demonstrated adaptability, agility, and the ability to innovate under pressure to meet dynamic project demands and drive successful outcomes.
* Classroom or project experience in developing code (Verilog, VHDL) for FPGAs
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About Shield AI
Shield AI is a defense technology company building the world's best AI pilot. Their Hivemind AI enables autonomous operations for aircraft, including the V-BAT team drone, without requiring GPS, communications, or a human pilot.
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