About the role#
The Infrastructure Team builds the foundation that enables the company to operate safely and robustly. This role involves integrating with teams across the company to work across all layers of the environment stack, from physical hardware deployment on the manufacturing line to custom tooling for neural recordings. You will support a diverse user base ranging from engineers to scientists and doctors by providing solid systems, networking, and software.
What you'll do#
- Develop the foundations for teams to build the software and systems required for BCI experiences.
- Enhance developer experience through robust tooling and build-system infrastructure.
- Build foundational infrastructure for hardware in the loop (HITL) testing across firmware, BCI, and robot teams.
- Architect and ship infrastructure solutions for both on-premise and cloud environments.
- Perform foundational software engineering to support internal teams.
What you'll need#
- Experience using Infrastructure as Code (IAC) tools including Terraform, Docker, Packer, Ansible, Cloud-Init, and Kickstart.
- Working knowledge of compiled languages, specifically Rust, Go, or C/C++.
- Working knowledge of cryptographic protocols and authentication schemes such as TLS, x509, 802.1x, U2F, and SAML.
- Familiarity with the modern Linux boot process, UEFI, TPM measured boot, Secure Boot, and Systemd.
- Systems administration experience on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
- In-depth understanding of modern networking and common protocols.
- Ability to architect and ship infrastructure from the ground up.
- Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Cybersecurity, or Data Science.
Location & details#
- Location: Fremont, California.
- Term: Summer 2026.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time, paid internship.
- Note: Sponsorship is not provided for this position.
About Neuralink
Neuralink is a biotechnology research company that develops implantable brain-computer interfaces. Founded in 2016, the firm creates technology designed to facilitate interaction between neural signals and digital devices. It operates out of Austin, Texas, and South San Francisco, California. The company employs approximately 700 people.
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