About the role#
The Connectivity Software team at HP IQ builds foundational software for connected device experiences. We work where systems software, wireless connectivity, and new technologies meet. You will join our team to develop software, protocols, and systems for next-generation devices. This is a hands-on technical role where you will write code, solve system-level problems, and collaborate with engineers to build new features.
What you'll do#
- Develop on-device firmware and system software using C, C++, or Python.
- Build and improve software that supports wireless connectivity across various platforms.
- Explore sensing, machine learning, and AI techniques to address technical challenges.
- Debug and resolve issues across system software, wireless stacks, and application-level code.
- Collaborate with hardware and software engineers to translate requirements into technical solutions.
- Participate in code reviews and technical design discussions.
- Contribute to the testing, validation, and documentation of firmware and software features.
What you'll need#
- Proficiency in C, C++, or Python for on-device firmware and system software.
- Experience implementing wireless connectivity protocols like Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
- Ability to design and implement device-to-device discovery and pairing protocols.
- Skills in optimizing machine learning inference on resource-constrained devices.
- Experience developing sensing algorithms that use data and AI techniques.
- Background in IoT, wearable, or mobile device development.
- Familiarity with IoT or ambient computing paradigms.
- Experience shipping consumer software products from development to production.
- Exposure to agentic workflows or multi-device ecosystem design.
- Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
Location & details#
- Location: San Francisco, California
- Term: Summer 2027 (May/June to August/September)
- Work Modality: On-site
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Compensation: $40.00-$50.00 per hour
About HP
HP operates as a public company within the IT services and consulting sector. The business maintains a global presence with headquarters in Palo Alto, California. It employs over 143,000 people across various international offices. The organization provides technology products and services to a broad customer base.
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