Camera Software Intern

Metalenz • Boston, MA

7d • $5,500 - $8,500 • Hybrid

About The Position

Metalenz is developing next-generation sensing systems for consumer electronics using metasurface technology. The Camera Software Intern will help develop applications for the company’s meta-optic camera systems, including novel polarization imaging systems that require creative approaches to image processing and sensor integration. The intern will design, implement, and deploy software for testing and tuning these systems and for using them in customer-facing applications.

The role involves designing software for unique camera hardware, deploying and optimizing applications on mobile devices, contributing documentation and code reviews, and collaborating with product, engineering, and marketing teams. Metalenz is based in downtown Boston near North Station. The company describes its environment as collaborative and offers flexible scheduling and hybrid or work-from-home arrangements for qualified positions.

Requirements

• Currently has or is in the process of obtaining a BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a relevant field.
• Strong programming skills in C or C++.
• Experience with software engineering best practices, including testing, version control, and code review.
• Background in building and deploying applications for embedded systems through coursework or previous projects.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with image processing fundamentals.
• Experience with ARM-based systems and performance optimization, such as NEON or DSP.
• Prior work with Android and related tools such as Android Studio, and mobile development.
• Understanding of camera sensor interfaces and hardware abstraction layers (HAL).
• Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software such as Solidworks.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement software that makes use of Metalenz’s camera hardware.
• Deploy, test, and optimize applications on mobile devices.
• Write documentation, participate in code review, and comment on design documents.
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and marketing teams to design and deploy software that supports company goals.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible work schedule with hybrid and/or work-from-home arrangements for qualified positions.
• Complimentary snacks and drinks, and occasional on-site lunch.
• Free on-site gym and bike parking.
• Collaborative office space and a highly collaborative work environment in which each team member has the opportunity to make an impact.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern