R&D Firmware and Software Engineering Test Developer - Internship

Seagate Technology; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Shugart site in Singapore hosts Seagate Technology’s R&D internship focused on firmware and software test development. You will work with a globally distributed team to validate firmware features using C/C++/Python, participate in Agile processes, and gain exposure to internal test frameworks and industry standards.

Applicants should have a Masters in Computer Science or related field and at least 3 months of project work, with Linux and shell command familiarity.

Qualifications

• 3+ months of project experience in developing and debugging software or firmware in Python, C, C++, C#, or Java.
• Experience with Linux operating system and Shell commands.
• Masters or equivalent in Computer Science or related field.

Responsibilities

• Use Seagate’s proprietary AI tool to analyze Seagate proprietary scripting software (STX).
• Add missing test coverage and enhance test cases to meet firmware test requirements.
• Update test software to support new test requirements and objectives.
• Study industry specifications (e.g., SCSI, HDD SMART) and Seagate documentation.
• Write and run unit and bench tests, debug and validate software and firmware behavior.
• Participate in code reviews and collaborate to ensure quality implementation.

Skills

Python

C

C++

Java

C#

Linux

Shell

Education

Masters in Computer Science

Tools

STX scripting

Shell/Bash

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R&D Firmware and Software Engineering Test Developer - Internship

Location: Shugart, SG

Posting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Job ID: 14937

About our group:

Seagate’s Firmware and Software Engineering organization is a globally distributed team dedicated to building the intelligent technologies that power Seagate’s storage solutions. Spanning sites in United States, China, India and Singapore, the team integrates deep domainexpertisein embedded systems, storage architectures, and software innovation. Engineers collaborate across time zones to design, develop, andvalidatefirmware, system software, and advanced features that ensure performance, reliability, and security for Seagate’s industry‑leading products. This organization plays a critical role in shaping next‑generation storage platforms and delivering high‑quality solutions to customers worldwide.

Firmware Test Developmentispart of the Firmware and Software Engineering organization. The team design, developer andmaintaintest software in C/C++/Python/Seagate proprietary scripting software forvalidatingthe Firmware features and the drive overall performance is within the industrial protocol and customer expectation.

About the role - you will:

• Use Seagate’s proprietary AI tool to analyzeSeagate proprietary scripting software(STX)
• Add all the missing test coverage.
• Enhance and update test cases to meet the latestfirmwaretest requirements and specifications.
• Enhance and update test software to support new testrequirements.
• Study industry‑standard specifications, including SCSI command sets, HDD SMART standards, and Seagate‑specific feature documentation.
• Review existing test software and design or refine test scenarios to satisfy new testobjectives.
• Write and execute unit tests and bench tests; perform debugging and experimental validation of both software and firmware behavior.
• Conduct code reviews and collaborate with other developers to ensure high‑quality implementation.
• Perform failure analysis (FA) and resolve issues found in test software.
• Receive training on core command protocols and internal test frameworks used for HDD communication.
• Follow the full Software Development Life Cycle using Agile/Scrum methodologies to design, implement, and release software.

About you:

• Passionate about software development, debugging, and problem solving
• Comfortable with reading command specs and translating them into software solution
• Self-motivated and eager to explore and learn new stuff
• Good knowledge in software engineering, electrical engineering, or computer science.
• Strong teamwork qualities as well as communication and good interpersonal skills to work effectively in a cross‑functional team environment

Your experience includes:

• Have at least 3-months ofsignificant or extensive project experience in developing and debugging software or firmware in Python, C, C++, C#, or Java.
• Experience with Linux operating system and familiar with Shell commands will have some good advantage
• Masters/ in Computer Scienceor equivalent disciplines and qualification

Location:

The Shugart site (named after Seagate’s founder, Al Shugart) is a research and design center. Easily accessible from the One-North MRT Station, many employees choose to take mass transportation to work. Being a purpose-built building, The Shugart has excellent employee recreational facilities. Take an active break at our badminton courts, table tennis tables, in-house gym, and recreation rooms. Our yoga and Zumba classes are very popular. We also offer classes and interest groups in photography, gardening, and foreign languages, and have various on‑site celebrations, and community volunteer opportunities.

About Us

With more than four decades of storage innovation, Seagate empowers humanity to thrive in the data age and helps people and businesses navigate the ever‑expanding data landscape.

We craft precision-engineered, cutting-edge solutions that help the world store and manage exponential data growth.

Seagate is powered by our talented and passionate workforce of 29,000 employees across the globe who embody our core values: integrity, innovation, and inclusion. Striving towards excellence every single day, we show up with these values for our customers, business partners, shareholders, and communities alike.

Join us and get inspired to make a difference in the datasphere!

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