Firmware Engineer Intern

Fluxergy; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Promoting from Within

Flat organization structure

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Fluxergy is looking for a motivated Firmware Engineering Intern to support embedded systems development in Irvine, CA. You will gain hands-on experience with hardware interfaces and system reliability in a collaborative environment.

Ideal candidates will have strong C/C++ proficiency, analytical skills, and a background in Computer or Electrical Engineering. The role offers valuable insights into firmware processes and the chance to contribute significantly to our innovative projects.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a relevant Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program.
• Availability to work approximately 30-40 hours per week.
• Exposure to RTOS concepts and strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with environment setup and embedded system configuration activities.
• Develop understanding of MK14 daughter board architecture.
• Support test harness development and execution for firmware validation.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline

Tools

RTOS concepts

Hardware debugging tools

Version control tools (Git)

Job description

About Us

Fluxergy is a rapidly growing in vitro diagnostics company innovating on the cutting‑edge of laboratory testing. We’re developing the first and only multi-modal point‑of‑care platform that enables molecular, clinical chemistry, immunoassay, and hematology testing on the same system.

Our platform spans many markets including the clinical, veterinary, and food safety industries. We are seeking self‑motivated problem solvers who are excited to help decentralize traditional laboratory infrastructure.

At the core of our company’s identity is a strong foundation in engineering. We take great pride in our commitment to critical thinking and pragmatic problem‑solving through a modular and systemic perspective. We hold the conviction that transparent communication, coupled with the flexibility to adjust to evolving scenarios and the willingness to venture beyond familiar territories, is crucial to both our success and yours.

Our product: https://vimeo.com/176673475

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated Firmware Engineering Intern to support embedded systems and firmware development efforts for MK14 daughter board platforms in a collaborative engineering environment. This internship offers hands‑on experience working with hardware interfaces, firmware testing, system setup, and embedded software development processes.

The intern will work closely with engineering teams to support firmware development activities, improve testing workflows, and contribute to system reliability and documentation efforts. This role is ideal for students interested in embedded systems, electronics, low‑level programming, and hardware‑software integration.

What You Will Do

• Assist with environment setup and embedded system configuration activities
• Develop an understanding of MK14 daughter board architecture and system functionality
• Support test harness development and execution for firmware validation
• Review hardware datasheets and technical specifications to support development activities
• Contribute to technical documentation and maintain organized engineering records
• Participate in unit testing and firmware verification efforts
• Assist with debugging, error handling, and logging implementation
• Collaborate with engineers to identify opportunities to improve firmware development speed and efficiency
• Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis of firmware and hardware integration issues

What You'll Need to Have

• Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in:
  • Computer Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Or a related technical discipline
• Availability to work approximately 30‑40 hours per week
• Proficiency in C/C++ programming
• Exposure to RTOS (Real‑Time Operating System) concepts
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a technical team
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Nice to Have

• Previous experience with firmware or embedded systems development
• Familiarity with hardware debugging tools and workflows
• Understanding of microcontrollers, communication protocols, or board‑level systems
• Experience with unit testing or embedded software validation
• Exposure to version control tools such as Git

Interview Process

• Recruiter Interview
• Hiring Manager interview
• Decision

We are an early‑stage company and may change our interview process from time‑to‑time, but our hope is everyone who interviews with us has a positive experience, even if an offer isn’t presented.

Benefits

• A Work Culture Which Believes in Promoting from Within
• Wear lots of hats / accelerate your career growth!
• We are a flat organization by design – lots of visibility!
• Many of our current leaders started their career with Fluxergy!

Hourly Rate: $20/hour

Fluxergy is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristic.

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