Chip/EDA/Software Intern

NWU; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 131,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous salary

Commuting stipend

Team meals

Job summary

NWU is seeking a part-time engineer to develop and ship EDA software using Python and C++. You will collaborate with tooling partners and work closely with the founders on key engineering decisions, contributing to high-impact projects in a hands-on environment.

The role emphasizes in-person work in Mountain View (CA) for 15–40 hours per week, with a focus on rapid, quality code and practical problem-solving.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Python and C++ for rapid development.
• Strong interest in VLSI concepts from coursework or projects.
• Able to work in-person in Mountain View and commit 15–40 hours weekly.

Responsibilities

• Build and ship critical EDA software using Python and C++.
• Serve as liaison with tooling partners.
• Collaborate directly with the founders on engineering design decisions.

Skills

Python

C++

VLSI basics

Education

VLSI coursework

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Build and ship critical EDA software using Python and C++ for Fortune enterprises and chip unicorns
• Serve as a liaison with tooling partners
• Collaborate directly with the founders on key engineering design decisions

About You

The company is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements:

• Available for 15-40 hours per week in-person at the Mountain View, CA office
• Skilled at writing and shipping high-quality code quickly in Python and C++
• Possess basic VLSI experience through coursework or projects
• Adaptive, data-driven, and able to work from first principles
• Resourceful, self-starting, and committed to quality work
• Enjoy working in-person and able to come to the office multiple times a week

Compensation & Benefits

• Generous salary
• Commuting stipend
• Team meals