Device Software Engineering Intern (Embedded)

TL;DR

Device Software Engineering Intern (Embedded): Contributing to the reliability, performance, and functionality of next-generation platforms that capture, process, and upload millions of images to the cloud. Focus on embedded systems, device-level software, and operating-system-level development in power-constrained environments.

Location: Must reside in or relocate to Atlanta, GA

Salary: $30-35/hr

Company

hirify.global is the leading safety technology platform, helping communities thrive by taking a proactive approach to crime prevention and security.

What you will do

• Work across the device software stack to enhance reliability and performance.
• Develop, test, and maintain software for physical hardware.
• Assist with device bring-up and feature integration.
• Help ensure devices operate efficiently at scale in real-world environments.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers on real projects.

Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Experience programming in C, C++, Java, or Kotlin.
• Academic or project-based exposure to embedded systems, device software, or systems programming.
• Comfort working in a Linux-based development environment and familiarity with version control tools (Git).
• Ability to read, understand, and contribute to existing codebases.
• Must reside in or relocate to Atlanta, GA, for this position.

Nice to have

• Exposure to embedded platforms or development boards (e.g., Arduino, ESP32, STM32).
• Familiarity with RTOS concepts, bare-metal programming, or operating system internals.
• Experience with Android development or the Android SDK, especially for non-UI or “headless” systems.
• Interest in power-constrained or battery-operated devices.
• Experience using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, or logic analyzers.
• Familiarity with peripheral protocols like SPI, I2C, or UART.

Culture & Benefits

• Join a high-performance, low-ego team driven by urgency and collaboration.
• Work on big challenges and continuously improve in a fast-paced environment.
• Contribute to creating safer, thriving communities.
• Tackle real projects with real responsibility and impact.
• Be part of an inclusive, transparent, and collaborative environment.