Firmware Engineering Co-op: Embedded C/C++ for MPSoC

Wabtec Corporation; Waltham, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec Corporation in Waltham, MA is seeking a Firmware Engineering Co-op for January 2027 to June 2027. The role focuses on developing embedded C/C++ applications for Zynq Ultrascale+ MPSoC and building firmware atop embedded Linux.

You will collaborate across software and hardware teams to implement data transfer, processing, and APIs, while contributing to CI/CD improvements. The position requires pursuing a BS or MS in Computer Engineering or CS, with Linux basics, Git experience, and

Qualifications

• Pursuing BS or MS degree in Computer Engineering or Computer Science.
• C/C++ programming experience.
• Strong understanding of data structures.
• Basic understanding of Linux.
• Experience with Git.
• Understanding of electrical concepts and basic signal processing.
• Ability to work onsite on Tuesday and Thursday.
• Understanding logic and algorithms.

Responsibilities

• Develop embedded C and C++ applications for Zynq Ultrascale+ MPSoC.
• Design and implement algorithms for data transfer and processing.
• Design and develop APIs for communication between applications.
• Develop firmware in embedded Linux for interfacing with hardware components.
• Test C and C++ applications.
• Develop and maintain software development tools.
• Integrate software development tools.
• Improve CI/CD infrastructure.
• Collaborate with coworkers in both software and hardware development.

Skills

C/C++

Data structures

Linux basics

Git

Electrical concepts

Education

BS or MS in Computer Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Git

FreeRTOS

U-Boot

Python

Java

Job description

Wabtec Corporation in Waltham, MA is seeking a Firmware Engineering Co-op for January 2027 to June 2027. The role focuses on developing embedded C/C++ applications for Zynq Ultrascale+ MPSoC and building firmware atop embedded Linux.

You will collaborate across software and hardware teams to implement data transfer, processing, and APIs, while contributing to CI/CD improvements. The position requires pursuing a BS or MS in Computer Engineering or CS, with Linux basics, Git experience, and