Embedded Software Engineering Intern – Summer 2027

HIDDEN LEVEL•Syracuse, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At Hidden Level, we’re building the future of airspace awareness through cutting-edge RF sensing technology. Our mission is to make the world safer—whether it’s protecting troops, securing infrastructure, or enabling smarter cities. We design, manufacture, and deploy advanced sensor systems that deliver real-time insights for defense and commercial applications. As we expand, we're looking for a Software Engineering Intern who is interested in solving challenging problems in Counter Unmanned Airborne Systems (C-UAS) and Unmanned Aircraft System Traffic Management (UTM) through product development of high performance, embedded sensor software systems. This internship is onsite in Syracuse, NY, offering hands-on R&D experience and opportunities to collaborate closely with experienced engineers.

Requirements

Self-motivated and goal-oriented individuals with the capacity to think creatively to overcome technical challenges
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
Enrollment in a Bachelor’s Degree program pursuing Computer Science or Software Engineering, or a Bachelor’s Degree program in Computer or Electrical Engineering with a strong programming background
Completed Sophomore year or greater by Summer 2027
A minimum grade point average of 3.4. Recent transcript is required with application (unofficial transcripts are acceptable)
Proficiency with Python
Experience using and developing on Linux platforms
Understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and implementation best practices
U.S. citizens only

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with or willingness to learn C++
Familiarity with Radar Systems, Communication Systems, and Signal Processing

Responsibilities

Contribute to the development of software components that advance our sensor’s ability to: Detect and track new types of targets
Process target data with high throughput and reliable performance
Monitor performance and health metrics and autonomously recover from faults
Interact with cloud-based systems and other network components
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements, architect solutions, and implement features
Develop performant software and improve the existing codebase as an individual contributor
Participate in collaborative design and code reviews
Document and clearly communicate designs to peers
Test and validate implementations to ensure proper and bug free operation