SDV Software Engineer Co-op — Systems Rotation

Valeo; City of Troy (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Valeo is seeking a Software Engineering Co-Op to contribute to the development of Software-Defined Vehicles (SDV). You will work on C++ middleware, APIs, and OS components, and help integrate AI-enhanced in-cabin experiences within embedded Linux platforms.

You will learn from mentors in a modern Agile setting, participate in SDV architecture design, and gain hands-on experience bridging software with automotive hardware.

Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related field.
• Internship/Co-Op program in software or systems engineering preferred.
• Familiarity with C/C++, Python, and embedded/Linux environments is expected.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design and development of C++ middleware and OS components for SDV.
• Write and test software on embedded and Linux-based platforms.
• Contribute to backend services and programmable interfaces for AI-enabled experiences.
• Support debugging, log analysis, and issue reproduction.
• Learn ISO 26262 and automotive safety considerations during development.
• Collaborate in a fast-paced Agile environment with SDLC tools.

Skills

C++ middleware

Python

AI-enhanced UX

AGILE

Embedded Linux

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Eng./Computer Eng.

Tools

Linux

CI/CD

APIs

Job description

Valeo is seeking a Software Engineering Co-Op to contribute to the development of Software-Defined Vehicles (SDV). You will work on C++ middleware, APIs, and OS components, and help integrate AI-enhanced in-cabin experiences within embedded Linux platforms.

You will learn from mentors in a modern Agile setting, participate in SDV architecture design, and gain hands-on experience bridging software with automotive hardware.