Embedded Software Engineer, 2027 Internship

Humble Robotics•San Francisco, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Humble Robotics is building an autonomous, zero-emissions hauler for global logistics. The Embedded Software Engineer intern will join the team responsible for embedded software on vehicle microcontroller systems, developing safety-critical, real-time firmware for automotive ECUs. The work involves interfacing with steering, braking, propulsion, power distribution, sensor systems, and body controls, and spans the firmware lifecycle from board bring-up to production deployment. The role collaborates with hardware, software, systems, and safety engineering teams. It is primarily based in Humble Robotics’ San Francisco office five days a week, in a collaborative in-office environment.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a BS or MS program in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
Experience writing C, C++, or Rust for microcontrollers.
Good understanding of embedded system fundamentals.
Ability to read schematics.
Familiarity with Git and working in a Linux development environment.
Eligible to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Practical experience working on complex physical systems.
Hands-on work with 32-bit ARM Cortex-M or Cortex-R microcontrollers.
Comfort using lab tools such as an oscilloscope, logic analyzer, and multimeter.
Familiarity with CAN or Ethernet.
Involvement in student engineering project teams, such as Formula SAE or robotics clubs.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and test real-time embedded firmware in C++ for automotive-grade microcontrollers.
Develop reliable communication interfaces, including CAN, Ethernet, SPI, I2C, and UART.
Collaborate with hardware engineers on board bring-up and hardware-software co-debugging.
Root-cause board-level and vehicle-level issues in the field.
Support manufacturing test development and vehicle software deployment.