Job Description
The Firmware Engineering Intern will develop and debug embedded firmware for custom hardware devices, supporting hardware integration and ensuring system safety and reliability within Aurora's self-driving technology team.
Key Responsibilities
- Architect and develop highly-reliable embedded firmware
- Develop low-level CAN, LIN, and Ethernet device drivers
- Develop, debug, and test Ethernet and CAN-based bootloaders
- Select, implement, and debug real-time operating systems applications
- Support hardware engineers with PCB bring-up, debugging, and testing
Requirements
- Pursuing BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field with the expectation of returning to a degree-granting program after the internship concludes in Summer or Fall 2026.
- Develop and architect highly-reliable embedded firmware for custom hardware devices.
- Develop low-level communication protocols including CAN, LIN, Ethernet, I2C, and SPI.
- Develop, debug, and test Ethernet and CAN-based bootloaders.
- Select, implement, and debug real-time operating systems applications, specifically with experience in low-level RTOS such as FreeRTOS.
- Support hardware engineers with PCB bring-up, debugging, and testing.
- Possess excellent C or C++ programming skills, along with Python and software design skills.
- Have knowledge of both high- and low-level communication protocols, including TCP/IP.
- Have basic knowledge of electrical engineering fundamentals to support low-level debugging.
- Participate in courses related to embedded firmware engineering, such as OS, Embedded Systems, Computer Architecture, Networking, and Security.
- Demonstrate experience with low-level RTOS such as FreeRTOS.
- Participate in or have experience with robotics, Formula SAE, or Formula E teams at school (desirable but not mandatory).
Benefits & Perks
Compensation/salary range: $49.00 per hour for undergraduates, $52.00 per hour for master's students, $58.00 per hour for doctoral students
Work schedule: Hybrid work environment with in-office presence at least 3 days per week
Work environment perks: Collaborative culture emphasizing safety, integrity, and inclusion
Additional benefits: Commitment to safety and inclusion, accommodations for disabilities and veterans
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