Software-Defined Vehicle Systems Co-Op (C/C++, AI)

US01 VALEO NORTH AMERICA; City of Troy (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Co-Op Rotations

Job summary

Valeo North America invites motivated students to join its Software Engineering Co‑Op as part of the Systems rotational program. You will contribute to the design of SDV architectures and AI-enhanced in‑cab experiences while bridging software with automotive hardware in a modern Agile setting.

The internship offers hands-on experience across embedded platforms, Linux-based environments, and backend services, with rotations through Engineering Software teams and exposure to ISO 26262 safety

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Must be authorized to work in the US without visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Next-Gen SDV architecture: design and develop robust C++ middleware, APIs, and OS components.
• Implement, test, and debug software using C/C++ and Python on embedded and Linux-based platforms.
• Contribute to backend services and programmable interfaces powering AI-enhanced user experiences.
• Analyze system logs, reproduce issues, and troubleshoot connectivity and performance problems.
• Assist hardware-software interface work by integrating smart algorithms with automotive hardware.
• Learn and apply ISO 26262 automotive safety standards in real-world development.
• Explore AI tools to optimize CI/CD and automated testing procedures.
• Collaborate in a fast-paced Agile SDLC with senior developers.
• Participate in Co-Op Department Rotations: System Engineering, System Validation & Tools Development Software.

Skills

C++

Python

Embedded Systems

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

Tools

Linux

APIs

Job description

Valeo North America invites motivated students to join its Software Engineering Co‑Op as part of the Systems rotational program. You will contribute to the design of SDV architectures and AI-enhanced in‑cab experiences while bridging software with automotive hardware in a modern Agile setting.

The internship offers hands-on experience across embedded platforms, Linux-based environments, and backend services, with rotations through Engineering Software teams and exposure to ISO 26262 safety