Intern – System and Software Testing

AST SpaceMobile; Hyderabad; Hybrid; INR 167,000 - 279,000; Part time

Job summary

AST SpaceMobile invites an intern with strong programming skills to join the team and contribute to verification and validation of mission-critical software systems.

The role involves building reliable embedded flight software, automating test workflows, and supporting system-level integration. Candidates should have a background in Electronics or Computer Science and be prepared for a hybrid office-based role in Hyderabad.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Python programming.
• Understanding of software design principles and data structures.
• Exposure to Linux, Docker/Containers and Cloud infrastructure.
• Familiarity with Git or other version control systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and verify mission-critical software components with test engineers.
• Automate test workflows and support system-level integration and verification activities.
• Assist in verification, validation and debugging of embedded flight software.

Skills

Python programming

Software design principles

Data structures & debugging

Education

Tech in Electronics or Computer Science

Tools

Linux

Docker

Git

Cloud infrastructure

Job description

AST SpaceMobile is building the first and only global cellular broadband network in space to operate directly with standard, unmodified mobile devices based on our extensive IP and patent portfolio and designed for both commercial and government applications. Our engineers and space scientists are on a mission to eliminate the connectivity gaps faced by today’s five billion mobile subscribers and finally bring broadband to the billions who remain unconnected.

Position Overview

We are looking for an Intern with strong programming skills to join our team and contribute to the verification, and validation of mission‑critical software systems. This role will work and assist test engineers to build reliable, embedded flight software, automate test workflows, and support system‑level integration and verification activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Proficiency in Python programming language.
• Understanding of software design principles, data structures, and debugging techniques
• Exposure to Linux operating systems, Dockers, Containers and Cloud infrastructure.
• Familiarity with Git or other version control systems

Education

Tech in Electronics \ Computer Science.

Soft Skills

Curious, detail-oriented, and eager to work in a fast‑paced environment.

Physical Requirements

Willing to work from office about 80% of the time.

This job description may not be inclusive to the duties and responsibilities listed. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change as needed by business demands.

AST SpaceMobile is an Equal Opportunity, at will Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.