Embedded Software Engineer Intern

Team Description:

The Brain Interfaces Embedded Systems Team, a division of the Brain Interfaces Hardware Department, owns the development of high-performance, safety-critical embedded systems for the next-generation of brain-computer interfaces. As a key member of our team, you will gain hands-on training, work alongside accomplished mentors, and contribute to real-world projects.

Job Description and Responsibilities:

We are looking for experienced, hands-on engineers who are interested in exploring what's possible in highly powered and latency-constrained environments. Firmware is the kernel of operation for the implant and you have the chance to determine and implement features that have a massive impact on the product’s capabilities. You will have the opportunity to collaborate closely with chip designers, electrical engineers, algorithms engineers, and software engineers on a small, agile team. The job responsibilities will include:

• Building on your ability to work cross functionally, working with engineers who deliver safety-critical systems while considering power, radio, and thermal requirements
• Gaining an understanding of delivering products and/or core features from planning and design to execution and testing
• Growing your fundamental understanding of hardware while contributing to bare-metal firmware in C
• Contributing to codebase organization, prioritizing modular formats that allow for elegant hardware bifurcation in the field
• Developing the ability to contribute to system improvements that decrease latency and increase battery life, reliability, and safety

Required Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience with embedded systems
• Proficient in C/C++, and Python
• Knowledge of MCU architectures, peripherals, and development environments
• Comfortable reading electrical schematics and datasheets
• Deep knowledge of the embedded toolchains and workflow
• Strong EE & DSP fundamentals
• HW/SW debugging skills with lab equipment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with embedded stacks for ARM cores
• Experience with safety-critical systems
• Experience with FPGA development and testing
• Experience with RF, BLE, and TCP/IP stacks from a practical embedded perspective
• Prior work or experience with applied cryptography and embedded systems security

Expected Compensation:

The anticipated hourly rate for this position is listed below.

California Hourly Flat Rate:
$35/Hr USD