Firmware Intern

TL;DR

Firmware Intern (C/C++/Python): Supporting board bring-up, developing and validating new firmware features, and assisting with hardware/software integration and testing for autonomous humanoid robots with an accent on bare-metal/RTOS firmware and communication buses. Focus on implementing low-level C/C++ firmware, building Python tools for test automation/calibration, and contributing to CI/CD infrastructure for embedded development.

Company

hirify.global develops autonomous general-purpose humanoid robots.

What you will do

• Design, implement, and test firmware in C or C++ for motor controllers, battery management systems, and sensing hardware.
• Develop Python tools to support test automation and hardware calibration.
• Contribute to CI/CD infrastructure for firmware and embedded workflows.
• Support hardware/software integration in the lab.

Requirements

• Undergraduate student (Senior) or recent graduate in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 10-week internship (1 to 2 terms preferred).
• Fluent in C, C++, and Python.
• Experience implementing low-level software on bare-metal systems and RTOS.
• Strong knowledge of computer architecture and communication buses/protocols (Ethernet, EtherCAT, Serial, CAN, USB).
• Comfortable using lab instruments (oscilloscope, logic analyzer) and in-circuit debugging tools.

Nice to have

• Experience with motor controllers or battery management systems.
• Experience implementing CI/CD infrastructure.
• Familiarity with Agile and test-driven development.

Culture & Benefits

• US base salary range: $40–$45 per hour for this full-time position.
• Compensation may vary based on knowledge, skills, and experience, with additional components/benefits depending on the role.

Hiring process

• Employment offer details, including total compensation components/benefits, are shared if an offer is extended.

Location: San Jose, CA

Salary: $40–$45/hr (US base salary range)