Software Engineer Intern, Infrastructure

About the role#

The Infrastructure Team builds the foundation that enables the company to operate safely and robustly. This role involves working across a mix of cloud-based and on-prem systems to support a diverse user base, ranging from engineers to scientists and doctors. You will integrate with teams across the company, spanning the full stack from physical hardware deployment on the manufacturing line to custom tooling for neural recordings.

What you'll do#

• Develop the foundations for teams to build software and systems 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 implement infrastructure solutions from the ground up for both on-premise and cloud environments.
• Perform foundational software engineering focused on serving internal software teams.

What you'll need#

• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Docker, Packer, Ansible, Cloud-Init, or Kickstart.
• Working knowledge of compiled languages, specifically Rust, Go, or C/C++.
• Working knowledge of cryptographic protocols and authentication schemes including 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 across Windows, macOS, and Linux.
• In-depth understanding of modern networking and common protocols.
• Ability to architect, build, and ship infrastructure from zero to one.
• 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
• Status: Full-time internship
• Compensation: $35/hour