Firmware / Embedded Engineer Intern

Internship Role OverviewJoin our dynamic team at root-access as a Firmware / Embedded Engineer Intern for our paid summer internship for 2026. We are in search of an enthusiastic individual eager to experiment, provide constructive criticism, and contribute to the development of innovative developer tools. You will work closely with our product as an internal user, writing firmware for development boards and assisting in the validation of AI-enhanced workflows. You will also engage in embedded projects that include testing peripherals, validating board files, and exploring cutting-edge toolchains. Our fast-paced environment is perfect for ambitious engineers who thrive on challenges.If you enjoy hard work paired with laughter amidst a team of talented individuals, you will find your place here!What You’ll DoDevelop, test, and debug embedded software and firmware (e.g., STM32, ESP32, nRF52) utilizing C/C++ or Rust.Leverage our internal AI-driven tools for firmware generation and configuration.Assist in testing features such as pin mapping, driver generation, clock tree configuration, and build tool integrations.Offer structured insights regarding usability, bugs, and edge cases as an integral part of the product development process.Create demo projects, scripts, or workflows to validate the reliability and usability of our tools.Interpret datasheets and vendor documentation to verify model outputs.You might be a good fit if you:Have hands-on experience with microcontrollers (STM32, Arduino, ESP32, etc.).Are familiar with basic embedded peripherals: UART, I2C, SPI, GPIO, and timers.Have experience with at least one toolchain (e.g., PlatformIO, STM32CubeIDE, Zephyr, Arduino, Keil).Are curious about improving firmware development tools and eager to influence their evolution.Have experimented with large language models and AI-native developer tools.

About SandbarLocated in the vibrant heart of New York City, Sandbar is a pioneering interface company dedicated to empowering individuals to navigate an agentic world with freedom and autonomy. Our innovative team has developed cutting-edge software, machine learning, and hardware products, collaborating with industry giants such as Meta, CTRL-labs, Google, Apple, Fitbit, Peloton, and Equinox.Our flagship product, Stream, is a groundbreaking human-agent interface—a discreet voice-activated ring and conversational computer. Featured in renowned publications like the WSJ, Bloomberg, and Wired, Stream is set to revolutionize personal augmentation and is slated to begin shipping in Summer '26.Join us in our mission to redefine self-augmentation through innovative interface design.About the RoleAs a Senior Firmware Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the design, development, testing, and implementation of firmware for embedded systems. This position demands a robust understanding of both hardware and software, enabling you to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional products. Your involvement will span all phases of firmware development, from initial concept through to production.

As an Embedded Engineer at Distributed Spectrum, you will play a crucial role in developing innovative embedded systems that enhance our product offerings. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and test software for embedded devices, ensuring high performance and reliability. This position requires a deep understanding of hardware and software integration and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.

Join Our Team at TennrTennr is revolutionizing the referral process in healthcare. Our platform eliminates frustrating delays, ensuring that every patient referral reaches the right specialist with the necessary information promptly. With our cutting-edge technology, we are changing the way healthcare providers manage patient referrals, making the process more efficient and reliable.Role OverviewAs an Enterprise Embedded Solutions Engineer, you will be at the forefront of designing and implementing advanced automation solutions tailored for our largest clients, including major health systems and national provider groups. This pivotal role requires a combination of technical expertise, strategic insight, and effective communication skills to engage with executive stakeholders and drive project success.You will take ownership of the entire implementation lifecycle, from initial discovery phases and business case development to successful deployment and ongoing enhancements. Your role will involve close collaboration with various teams within Tennr, ensuring our solutions not only meet but exceed client expectations.Key ResponsibilitiesOversee comprehensive enterprise implementations from discovery through post-launch support.Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure effective project management and alignment.Perform operational assessments to uncover workflow issues and identify automation prospects.Create scalable and adaptable solutions utilizing Tennr’s platform and APIs.Innovate processes with automation best practices rather than simply replicating old systems.Work alongside Product, Engineering, and Sales teams to define solution frameworks and delivery parameters.Document processes, facilitate knowledge sharing, and enhance internal resources.Contribute to sales strategies, mentor junior colleagues, and help shape the product roadmap.

Join Our Team at TennrAt Tennr, we are transforming the referral process in healthcare. When patients are referred to specialists, they often face delays due to overwhelmed systems and manual processes. Our innovative platform, powered by RaeLM™, ensures that every referral reaches its destination promptly with the right information. This not only enhances patient experience but also helps healthcare providers to capture more referrals, reduce denials, and minimize delays.Your Role as an Enterprise Embedded Solutions EngineerIn this pivotal role, you will spearhead the design, implementation, and continuous optimization of automation solutions tailored for our largest clients, including major health systems and national provider groups. This highly technical and strategic position requires a blend of domain expertise, executive presence, and exceptional systems thinking.You will be responsible for overseeing enterprise-wide projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment between pre-sale discovery and business case formulation through to go-live and subsequent scale-up. As a trusted technical advisor and project lead, you will collaborate closely with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams at Tennr to drive lasting success.This position is part of a dynamic implementation team that directly influences Tennr's market strategy and product development.

Job OverviewJoin our innovative team at Fauna Robotics as a Senior Embedded Software Engineer. In this pivotal position, you will be instrumental in the design, optimization, and maintenance of embedded systems that drive our advanced humanoid robots. Your expertise will encompass working with real-time operating systems (RTOS), low-level firmware, and communication protocols, ensuring precise motor control, seamless sensor integration, and exceptional system performance.Key ResponsibilitiesEmbedded Systems Development: Craft and uphold firmware for robotic control platforms, prioritizing reliability and efficiency.RTOS Engineering: Design, implement, and fine-tune software for real-time operating systems such as FreeRTOS, ThreadX, or Zephyr.Network Protocols: Develop and execute communication protocols over CAN and RS485 for motor control, sensor data gathering, and power management.System Performance Analysis: Assess and enhance system performance, focusing on timing, resource utilization, and latency. Proficient in scripting languages like Python for automated testing and data analysis.Collaboration: Partner with hardware and robotics engineers to integrate sensors, actuators, and power systems seamlessly.Debugging Expertise: Identify and rectify hardware and software issues utilizing advanced debugging techniques.Documentation: Produce clear and concise documentation for firmware designs, APIs, and testing processes.

About Voyant PhotonicsLocated in the dynamic heart of New York City, Voyant Photonics is revolutionizing machine perception with our innovative range of compact LiDAR devices. These cutting-edge sensors, small enough to fit in your palm, provide unparalleled accuracy in measuring range, velocity, and reflectivity. Our advanced silicon photonic chips enable us to deliver high-performance sensors that are both groundbreaking and cost-effective, facilitating integration into various systems.Our technology challenges the conventional bulky, expensive, and power-intensive LiDAR systems, paving the way for the widespread adoption of high-precision sensing in fields such as robotics, autonomous vehicles, drones, and industrial automation. At Voyant, we are ushering in a new era where machines can see, comprehend, and navigate their environments like never before.Join us as we redefine the boundaries of possibility by transforming cutting-edge research in silicon photonics into tangible products.The OpportunityWe are on the lookout for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer with a robust background in Embedded Systems to become a vital part of our engineering team. In this pivotal role, you will design, develop, and fine-tune the embedded software interfaces that drive our advanced FMCW LiDAR technology. You will be engaged throughout the entire product lifecycle—from architecture design to implementation, testing, and deployment. If you possess a passion for creating resilient, real-time embedded systems for next-generation LiDAR technology and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and optimize embedded software and firmware for real-time operation of LiDAR systems.Collaborate closely with hardware engineers, optical engineers, and signal processing specialists to define system requirements and seamlessly integrate hardware and software components to ensure optimal system performance.Develop and implement APIs for both prototypes and products for embedded imaging sensors.Implement 3D data visualization for LiDAR data from our sensors.Optimize embedded code for performance, memory efficiency, and power consumption.Contribute to system-level architecture discussions, identifying key trade-offs and proposing innovative solutions.Design and implement effective monitoring and control algorithms.

Who We Are:At Percepta, our mission is to revolutionize critical sectors through applied AI. We believe in leveraging cutting-edge technology to enhance industries that are foundational to our world, including healthcare, manufacturing, and energy. Our approach involves closely collaborating with industry-leading clients to facilitate AI transformation. Our strengths include:Expertise in engineering, product development, and research deployed at the forefrontMosaic, our proprietary toolkit designed for the swift implementation of intelligent workflowsStrategic alliances with renowned organizations such as Anthropic, McKinsey, AWS, and others within the General Catalyst portfolioOur rapidly expanding team consists of Applied AI Engineers, Embedded Product Managers, and Researchers dedicated to translating the potential of AI into tangible improvements in everyday life.Percepta proudly operates as a direct partnership with General Catalyst, a global leader in transformation and investment.About the Role:As an Embedded Research Engineer/Scientist at Percepta, you will push the boundaries of AI research while collaborating closely with clients to create significant real-world impact. Your work will encompass post-training reinforcement learning, agentic modeling, and specialized architectures, with an emphasis on translating research advancements into production systems that revolutionize operations in crucial sectors.In contrast to conventional research roles, you will be integrated within client teams, gaining insights into business challenges, formulating research strategies that meet actual needs, and rapidly iterating based on field feedback. You will collaborate with our Embedded Product Managers, Research Product Managers, and Applied AI Engineers to ensure your research yields measurable value and is effectively deployed into active production.What You'll Do:Engage directly with clients to pinpoint high-impact research challenges that align frontier AI capabilities with critical business demands.Develop and implement research strategies focusing on LLM post-training, reinforcement learning, agentic modeling, and tailored model development that address client-specific issues.Create prototypes and scale training pipelines, experimenting with model architectures, optimization techniques, and post-training methodologies while quickly adapting based on client feedback.Conduct extensive customer evaluations that clearly demonstrate business value and foster AI adoption.

At Tiger Data, previously known as Timescale, we are dedicated to empowering developers and businesses with the fastest PostgreSQL platform, expertly crafted for transactional, analytical, and agentic workloads. Trusted by thousands of organizations worldwide, Tiger Data accelerates real-time insights, drives intelligent applications, and supports critical infrastructure at scale. Our globally distributed, remote-first team is committed to direct communication, accountability, and collaborative excellence, as we shape the future of data infrastructure designed for speed, flexibility, and simplicity.We are on the lookout for exceptional database engineers to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will design, code, and test the core components of our PostgreSQL-based database. Our focus is on building a scalable, reliable, robust, user-friendly, secure, and high-performance database. Strong systems-building experience and expertise in C are essential, along with a solid understanding of query optimization and database systems. Ideally, you will have existing PostgreSQL expertise or demonstrate a keen interest and aptitude to become an expert.This position is fully remote and full-time.Key Responsibilities:Contribute significantly to the design and development of new database capabilities, including analytics, clustering, distributed operations, query, and storage optimizations.Develop, test, and launch new features and functionalities from our database technical roadmap.Continuously enhance, optimize, and test the existing features of TimescaleDB.Enhance infrastructure for evaluating and testing database correctness and performance.Collaborate closely with our Cloud Engineering team to deliver a world-class experience for our Tiger Data customers.Provide high-level technical support to valued customers, gaining insights into their needs and experiences.Be a collaborative and approachable teammate, engaging in code reviews and supporting fellow engineers.Ideal Candidate Profile:5+ years of engineering experience.Proven expertise in building industrial-strength software in C/C++ for large codebases.Experience with PostgreSQL internal development is highly desirable but not a strict requirement.Strong understanding of SQL, query processing, database engines, concurrency control, data replication, and/or distributed systems.A genuine passion for building exceptional database solutions.

Join Rilla: Pioneers of Conversation IntelligenceAt Rilla, we are at the forefront of revolutionizing offline commerce through our cutting-edge conversation intelligence software. Our innovative platform captures, analyzes, and organizes conversations, delivering critical insights that empower the essential businesses shaping our economy.Our mission is to bridge the gap between advanced technologies and the broader economy, ensuring that everyone can benefit from the innovations of the 21st century. As a testament to our rapid growth, we have achieved remarkable milestones, including scaling from zero to $40 million in just 3.5 years, maintaining a 15% monthly growth rate, boasting a Net Revenue Retention exceeding 170%, and achieving profitability.Your RoleAs a Software Engineer Intern, you'll play a vital part in our engineering team, rapidly developing and deploying features across the technology stack. Each day presents an opportunity to create end-to-end workflows, take them live, and tackle real-world challenges on a significant scale.You will set high standards for code quality and decision-making, helping to cultivate a world-class engineering culture as we expand. As our company grows tenfold, so will your responsibilities and opportunities—enabling you to build tools and models that propel both your career and Rilla forward.If you consider yourself 'obsessive' and have aspirations to be a founder or a leader in integrating AI with the physical world, Rilla is the ideal environment for you to thrive and learn.Technologies We EmbraceProgramming languages and frameworks including React, React Native, TypeScript, and PythonOpen-source technologies such as Node.js, PostgreSQL, Turborepo, Lodash, and ZodIndustry-standard build tools including GitHub Actions, Terraform, and SpaceliftOur Core ValuesA lifelong learner who is curious and eager to grow.A customer-centric individual who prioritizes solving real customer challenges over vanity metrics.A proactive team player who thrives on accountability, collaborative learning, and constructive feedback.Empathy is crucial; our clients are not tech firms but real-world businesses.Fearless in the face of failure; you see setbacks as learning opportunities.

Role overview Smith Engineering is seeking a Director of Design Engineering to lead its design team in New York City. This leader will oversee the development of engineering solutions that meet client requirements and comply with industry standards. The role involves shaping project direction and supporting the growth of a skilled group of engineers. What you will do Guide and manage the design engineering team Drive the creation of efficient, high-quality engineering designs Ensure all work aligns with client needs and industry standards Mentor and develop engineering talent within the team Influence the direction of engineering projects at Smith Engineering

At GPTZero, we're dedicated to reinstating trust and transparency in the digital world. As the premier AI detection platform, we empower educators, students, journalists, marketers, and writers to effectively navigate the dynamic realm of AI-generated content. With millions of users and institutions placing their trust in us, we are shaping a pioneering company that stands at the intersection of AI and information integrity.Our team boasts members from high-performing engineering environments, including Meta, Perplexity, AWS, Affirm, and top-tier AI research institutions like Princeton, Caltech, and Vector Institute.What We're Looking ForWe are seeking a motivated Software Engineering Intern to help us develop the next-generation platform aimed at verifying the origin, quality, and accuracy of global information. The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic learner with a proven track record of building applications from scratch and adept at resolving complex challenges.You will collaborate with a fast-paced team of dedicated builders, working closely with our Machine Learning and design teams to create software that has already garnered over 2 million users worldwide. Past intern contributions have been highlighted in demonstrations to venture capitalists and policymakers at the state level.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and launch high-impact, user-friendly, AI-driven web applications using React, Node.js, and Tailwind CSS.Implement top-requested features based on user feedback for our dashboard, Chrome extensions, and API.Leverage product analytics to inform data-driven product decisions.Collaborate with teams across Machine Learning, design, and business sectors to innovate new product initiatives.Adapt to various roles and work throughout the product stack.QualificationsProficiency in building comprehensive applications from backend systems to front-end styling with CSS.A minimum of 2 years of experience with modern web frameworks such as Express, Next.js, TypeScript, and React.At least 1 year of experience working with databases like PostgreSQL and AWS RDS.Strong motivation to contribute positively to societal impact.Ability to work with a minimum of 5 hours overlap with Eastern Standard Time.Bonus:A robust open-source portfolio.Experience in an early-stage startup environment.Background as a peer-reviewed writer.

About the Role Smith Engineering is hiring a Director of Energy Engineering to guide the energy solutions team in New York City. This senior leader will shape project direction and help set the strategy for energy initiatives across our portfolio. What You Will Do Lead a team focused on delivering energy engineering projects Develop and implement strategies that strengthen our energy solutions Oversee project execution and ensure alignment with company goals What We’re Looking For Extensive experience in energy engineering Proven leadership and team management skills Ability to drive strategic initiatives in a technical environment This position is based in New York City.

About FarsightFarsight is a pioneering AI platform tailored for the financial services sector, dedicated to empowering investment banks and private equity firms by fully automating intricate workflows. Currently, institutions allocate 80% of their time on manual data gathering and initial drafts of materials before refining their presentations, models, and pitches. We not only reclaim that time, allowing our clients to focus on what truly matters, but we also enhance their materials with insights and knowledge that only our financial-focused AI can provide.Our platform processes vast amounts of both public and private data, consistently delivering precise and auditable materials in a domain that is often too complex for generic large-scale AI solutions. Frequently, our products produce results that surpass the efforts of existing team members.Our mission is to revolutionize the operational framework of financial services in corporations, seamlessly integrating AI into the financial tapestry of every organization globally.TeamAt Farsight, we are a compact yet highly driven team, passionate about crafting technology that astonishes. Each team member wears multiple hats, spanning across development, sales, infrastructure, design, product innovation, and beyond, and we expect new members to share that adaptable spirit.Our diverse backgrounds have propelled us to our current status as a rapidly growing startup. We have garnered financial expertise from esteemed firms such as Evercore and General Atlantic, developed scalable engineering skills at major tech companies like Amazon, learned enterprise AI sales from Hugging Face, and acquired insights on building successful startups through previous experiences as founders and founding engineers. We strive to recruit the best talent to elevate our standards, and we encourage you to apply!Our team operates from our Manhattan office four days a week, with Fridays designated as remote workdays.What You'll DoAs a Software Engineering Intern at Farsight AI, you will collaborate closely with our engineering team on impactful projects that are deployed into production. This is not merely a peripheral internship! You will be immersed in our technology stack, contributing to significant work while receiving the mentorship necessary for your professional growth.Own a high-impact project. You'll assume complete responsibility for a meaningful project from its conception through to delivery, working with cutting-edge AI models and sophisticated architectures.Learn from a dedicated mentor. You will...

Control Risks is actively seeking speculative applications from talented resilience professionals across the United States for both remote and onsite consulting positions. When applying, please specify which of the following locations you are open to working in: New York City, Seattle, WA, Houston, TX, or Herndon, VA.With over 40 years of experience, Control Risks specializes in providing embedded consulting management services that empower our clients to operate successfully in a complex world. Our consultants integrate seamlessly into client organizations, delivering support directly from their sites. We are recognized as a preferred partner due to our commitment to ethics, security intelligence, and management support, backed by a vast global network.As we experience significant growth in our embedded programs, we are eager to expand our database of skilled consultants across the US. We are looking for resilience professionals at all levels to contribute to high-quality resilience program development and training initiatives.If you aspire to be part of our talent pool, we encourage you to submit your CV. Please note that this is a speculative application; inclusion in our talent pool does not guarantee an interview.We are particularly interested in expertise in the following areas:Business Continuity: Develop and enhance business continuity frameworks, exercises, and training to strengthen our clients' business resilience.Crisis Management: Design and implement effective crisis response plans and training exercises for organizations.Resilience Specialist: Collaborate with clients to improve their overall resilience programs.

Why Choose Auctor?At Auctor, we are revolutionizing the world of professional services and software implementation by developing the AI layer that serves as the core of the most proficient solution engineers and onboarding teams. Our cutting-edge technology automates the discovery, documentation, and decision-making processes that fuel over $400 billion in services annually. The potential in this field is enormous and largely untapped.Internship OverviewJoin our dynamic team in New York City for a 10 to 12-week immersive internship, where you will contribute to building the next generation of AI-driven workflow tools. You will collaborate directly with engineers on impactful projects that deliver real value to our customers—no trivial tasks or shadow work here.Your ResponsibilitiesDevelop features within our Next.js and Python framework, spanning from API to UI.Create prototypes and benchmark LLM-powered workflows.Construct retrieval pipelines over complex enterprise datasets.Produce clean, well-tested code and see it go live in production within the same week.Present your work directly to customers and the leadership team.What We SeekStrong foundational programming skills (data structures, algorithms, basic networking).Proficiency in Python and TypeScript (or a strong eagerness to learn).An inquisitive mindset towards LLMs, vector databases, and scalable infrastructure.A proactive approach—focus on building first, refining second, and always delivering.Willingness to work on-site in NYC at least five days a week (in-person collaboration is key).Compensation$55.00 per hourPerks & BenefitsEquity opportunities for returning interns and full-time roles.Enjoy catered lunches and dinners.Housing assistance provided.

About JuniorAt Junior, we are pioneering advanced LLM-powered tools designed to revolutionize the investment research process for private market investors. Our clientele includes some of the top 10 private equity and consulting firms worldwide, managing investments worth billions annually. As a profitable and bootstrapped company, we have a vibrant team of 24 based in London and New York City.Discover more about our mission and values here. Role DescriptionAs one of our inaugural engineering interns, you will have the unique chance to:Rapidly deploy solutionsDesign and develop innovative methods for interacting with technologyEngage in pioneering projects that utilize LLMsCollaborate intimately with external partners to drive our expansionInfluence product strategy, direction, and prioritizationHelp cultivate our engineering culture Project HighlightsDevelop new innovative products at Junior to incorporate a wider array of research inputsCreate a voice-to-voice survey tool with ultra-low latency capable of autonomously performing large-scale research tasksConstruct a mobile application from the ground up in just 3 weeksBuild segmented knowledge graphs to transform unstructured data into structured formatsDevelop an AI-native CRM system linked deeply to the aforementioned knowledge graph About YouWe seek product-oriented full-stack engineers who:Reside in NYCAre motivated to participate in product decisionsPossess excellent communication skills and an interest in client-facing rolesAre skilled in our tech stack: Next.js, TypeScript, PostgreSQLBonus points for experience in designing and building AI-powered products!Have a strong desire to accelerate development processes

Join the City of New York as a Summer Undergraduate Intern in our Data Engineering & AI department! This exciting opportunity allows you to dive deep into the world of data analytics and artificial intelligence while contributing to innovative projects that impact the community. You will work alongside experienced professionals, gain hands-on experience, and enhance your skills in a dynamic environment.

Who We ArePercepta is on a mission to revolutionize critical institutions through applied AI. We are committed to ensuring that pivotal industries such as healthcare, manufacturing, and energy harness the advantages of cutting-edge technology.To achieve this, we partner with industry-leading clients to spearhead AI transformation. Our approach encompasses:Expertise in engineering, product management, and researchMosaic, our proprietary toolkit designed for swift deployment of agentic workflowsStrategic alliances with notable organizations including Anthropic, McKinsey, AWS, and the General Catalyst portfolioOur rapidly expanding team of Applied AI Engineers, Embedded Product Managers, and Researchers is driven by the goal of making AI's promise tangible in our everyday experiences.Percepta operates as a direct partnership with General Catalyst, a global transformation and investment firm.About the RoleAs an Embedded Product Manager (EPM) at Percepta, you will work alongside engineers and researchers to redefine how companies can reinvent themselves using AI.EPMs craft AI transformation strategies that inspire executives, energize teams, and deliver significant value.We are dedicated to achieving genuine outcomes, ensuring that our products are embraced, valued, and scaled effectively, while tackling the complexities of real data and user interactions.We pride ourselves on being innovative problem solvers who are pragmatically focused: we continuously refine our approach to balance long-term and short-term objectives, conducting experiments to validate our value propositions and knowing when to engage our research team for pioneering insights.As an early member of the EPM team, you will play a crucial role in determining target customers, product abstractions, and the collaborative culture within our team.ResponsibilitiesThis is a leadership role with considerable responsibility. Your work will encompass everything from shaping and executing the AI vision for Fortune 500 companies to leading a team of top-tier researchers and engineers.Collaborate with client stakeholders to formulate their long-term AI strategy and transformation roadmap.Work backward from the long-term vision to define the necessary milestones and steps to achieve impactful AI implementation.

The Bureau of Environmental Disease Prevention is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Staff Engineering Intern to join our team. This internship provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in environmental engineering while contributing to public health initiatives. As a key member of our team, you will assist in various projects aimed at preventing diseases related to environmental factors.