Embedded Software Engineer Intern, Implant Embedded Systems at Neuralink

<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>About Neuralink:</strong></p> <p>We are creating devices that enable a bi-directional interface with the brain. These devices allow us to restore movement to the paralyzed, restore sight to the blind, and revolutionize how humans interact with their digital world.</p></div><div class="description"> <div class="description"> <p><strong>Team Description:</strong></p> <p>The Brain Interfaces Embedded Systems Team, a division of the Brain Interfaces Hardware Department, owns the development of high-performance, safety-critical embedded systems for the next-generation of brain-computer interfaces. As a key member of our team, you will gain hands-on training, work alongside accomplished mentors, and contribute to real-world projects.</p> <p><strong>Job Description and Responsibilities:</strong></p> <p>We are looking for experienced, hands-on engineers who are interested in exploring what's possible in highly powered and latency-constrained environments. Firmware is the kernel of operation for the implant and you have the chance to determine and implement features that have a massive impact on the product’s capabilities. You will have the opportunity to collaborate closely with chip designers, electrical engineers, algorithms engineers, and software engineers on a small, agile team. The job responsibilities will include:</p> <ul> <li>Building on your ability to work cross functionally, working with engineers who deliver safety-critical systems while considering power, radio, and thermal requirements</li> <li>Gaining an understanding of delivering products and/or core features from planning and design to execution and testing</li> <li>Growing your fundamental understanding of hardware while contributing to bare-metal firmware in C</li> <li>Contributing to codebase organization, prioritizing modular formats that allow for elegant hardware bifurcation in the field</li> <li>Developing the ability to contribute to system improvements that decrease latency and increase battery life, reliability, and safety</li> </ul> <p><strong>Required Qualifications:</strong></p> <ul> <li>2+ years of experience with embedded systems</li> <li>Proficient in C/C++, and Python</li> <li>Knowledge of MCU architectures, peripherals, and development environments</li> <li>Comfortable reading electrical schematics and datasheets</li> <li>Deep knowledge of the embedded toolchains and workflow</li> <li>Strong EE &amp; DSP fundamentals</li> <li>HW/SW debugging skills with lab equipment</li> </ul> <p><strong>Preferred Qualifications:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Experience with embedded stacks for ARM cores</li> <li>Experience with safety-critical systems</li> <li>Experience with FPGA development and testing</li> <li>Experience with RF, BLE, and TCP/IP stacks from a practical embedded perspective</li> <li>Prior work or experience with applied cryptography and embedded systems security</li> </ul> <p><strong>Expected Compensation:</strong></p> <p>The anticipated hourly rate for this position is listed below.</p> <p><strong>California Hourly Flat Rate:<br></strong>$35/Hr USD</p> </div> </div><div class="content-conclusion"><div> <p><strong>What We Offer:</strong></p> <p>Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits listed below.</p> <ul> <li>An opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and most talented experts from different fields</li> <li>Growth potential; we rapidly advance team members who have an outsized impact</li> <li>Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan</li> <li>Paid holidays</li> <li>Commuter benefits</li> <li>Meals provided</li> <li>Equity (RSUs) <em>*Temporary Employees &amp; Interns excluded</em></li> <li>401(k) plan <em>*Interns initially excluded until they work 1,000 hours</em></li> <li>Parental leave <em>*Temporary Employees &amp; Interns excluded</em></li> <li>Flexible time off <em>*Temporary Employees &amp; Interns excluded</em></li> </ul> </div></div>