About the role#
Nintendo Technology Development is looking for a Software Engineer Intern to join the CPU Debugger team for the Summer of 2027. You will work on tools that support our hardware and software development. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Redmond, Washington.
What you'll do#
- Validate the build and test environment.
- Complete a minor bug investigation and fix for a Nintendo product.
- Improve the CLI debugger experience, focusing on command usability, output, and scripting.
- Build and improve the VS Code Debug Adapter to support a modern editor experience.
- Investigate and improve debugging performance and reliability across CLI and adapter paths.
What you'll need#
- You are a rising senior pursuing a BS or MS in Computer Science or a related engineering field.
- Solid programming ability and a willingness to learn new skill sets.
- Strong knowledge of software engineering fundamentals.
- Effective communication and writing skills.
- Ideally, you have experience with C or C++. Experience with C# is a plus.
- Experience looking into low-level file formats like ELF or COFF.
- Familiarity with LLDB or GDB.
- Familiarity with the VS Code extension or debug-adapter ecosystem is helpful but not required.
Location & details#
- This role is located on-site in Redmond, Washington.
- The internship takes place during the Summer of 2027.
- This is a paid, full-time position.
- Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
About Nintendo
Nintendo creates video games and entertainment products for a global audience. The company began in 1889 by producing playing cards in Kyoto, Japan. Nintendo of America operates as a subsidiary based in Redmond, Washington, and was established in 1980. It currently employs over 7,000 people.
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