Android Platform Software Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Motorola Solutions; Plantation (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Motorola Solutions is seeking a Software Engineering Summer Intern in the Schaumburg IL / Plantation FL area. You will help design and develop microprocessor-based digital communications software while following TDD and Agile practices.

Ideal candidates are pursuing CS/Software/CE degrees and have knowledge of Java, Android Studio, C/C++, Python, Linux kernel and strong teamwork and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS, Software Engineering or Computer Engineering.
• U.S. citizenship or work authorization for CPT considered for masters students.

Responsibilities

• Assist design and development of microprocessor-based digital communication systems.
• Contribute to software phases: requirements, design, implementation and test.
• Work with Agile/TDD processes and collaborate in a team environment.

Skills

Java

Android Studio & SDK

C/C++

Python

Linux kernel

Agile / Scrum

Test Driven Development

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Software Engineering or Computer Engineering

Job description

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Department Overview

This position is for a Software Engineering Summer Internship at Motorola Solutions in Schaumburg, Illinois / Plantation, Florida. Motorola Solutions is the market leader in delivering large scale communications systems for the federal and public safety markets. These systems support the mission critical communications needs of organizations such as Police, Fire, EMS, DEA, Customs and Border Patrol, as well as many others. You will work with one of the groups that develop and test software for products at the core of Motorola Solutions communications systems.

Job Description

Scope of Responsibilities/Expectations

Software Engineers at Motorola Solutions are involved in the design and development of state of the art microprocessor-based digital communication systems. Software development phases include requirements capture, design, implementation and test. These phases will be conducted using mature software development processes such as TDD & Agile methodologies.

Specific Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of Java, Android Studio and Android SDK


• Embedded software development using Object Oriented Design


• Knowledge of C / C++, and / or Python is a plus


• Knowledge of software development in the linux kernel is a plus


• Knowledge of Agile / Scrum development methodology is a plus


• Knowledge of Test Driven Development is a plus


• Ability to work well in a team environment.


• Excellent communication skills - verbal & written

Basic Requirements

• Candidate must be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in one of the following degree programs : Computer Science, Software Engineering or Computer Engineering.


• Must be a US Citizen, permanent resident or be an MS student with work authorization (F1 Visa on CPT accepted only for masters-level students)

Travel Requirements

None

Relocation Provided

None

Position Type

Intern

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

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