Embedded Software Engineer Intern, Implant Embedded Systems

Neuralink; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 39,778 - 56,653; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible time off

Equity (RSUs)

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Meals provided

Job summary

Neuralink is seeking experienced engineers to develop embedded systems for innovative brain-computer interfaces. You'll collaborate with diverse engineering teams, contributing to firmware and hardware improvements, ultimately impacting life-changing technologies.

Ideal candidates have strong backgrounds in embedded systems, C/C++, and Python, and are comfortable with hardware architectures and debugging. Indulge in a culture of growth and engagement in groundbreaking work.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with embedded systems.
• Proficient in C/C++ and Python programming languages.
• Knowledge of hardware architectures and development environments.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional engineers to deliver safety-critical systems.
• Contribute to firmware development in C.
• Develop system improvements that decrease latency and increase reliability.

Skills

Embedded systems

C/C++

Python

MCU architectures

HW/SW debugging

Tools

Embedded toolchains

Lab equipment

Job description

We are creating devices that enable a bi-directional interface with the brain. These devices allow us to restore movement to the paralyzed, restore sight to the blind, and revolutionize how humans interact with their digital world.

Team Description

The Brain Interfaces Embedded Systems Team, a division of the Brain Interfaces Hardware Department, owns the development of high-performance, safety-critical embedded systems for the next-generation of brain-computer interfaces. As a key member of our team, you will gain hands‑on training, work alongside accomplished mentors, and contribute to real‑world projects.

Job Description and Responsibilities

We are looking for experienced, hands‑on engineers who are interested in exploring what’s possible in highly powered and latency‑constrained environments. Firmware is the kernel of operation for the implant and you have the chance to determine and implement features that have a massive impact on the product’s capabilities. You will have the opportunity to collaborate closely with chip designers, electrical engineers, algorithms engineers, and software engineers on a small, agile team. The job responsibilities will include:

• Working cross‑functionally with engineers who deliver safety‑critical systems while considering power, radio, and thermal requirements
• Understanding the delivery of products and/or core features from planning and design to execution and testing
• Growing a fundamental understanding of hardware while contributing to bare‑metal firmware in C
• Contributing to codebase organization, prioritizing modular formats that allow for elegant hardware bifurcation in the field
• Developing system improvements that decrease latency and increase battery life, reliability, and safety

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with embedded systems
• Proficient in C/C++ and Python
• Knowledge of MCU architectures, peripherals, and development environments
• Comfortable reading electrical schematics and datasheets
• Deep knowledge of embedded toolchains and workflow
• HW/SW debugging skills with lab equipment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with embedded stacks for ARM cores
• Experience with safety‑critical systems
• Experience with FPGA development and testing
• Experience with RF, BLE, and TCP/IP stacks from a practical embedded perspective
• Prior work or experience with applied cryptography and embedded systems security

Expected Compensation

California Hourly Flat Rate: $35/Hr USD

What We Offer

Full‑time employees are eligible for the following benefits listed below.

• An opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and most talented experts from different fields
• Growth potential; we rapidly advance team members who have an outsized impact
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan
• Paid holidays
• Meals provided
• Equity (RSUs) - Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
• 401(k) plan - Interns initially excluded until they work 1,000 hours
• Parental leave - Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
• Flexible time off - Temporary Employees & Interns excluded