About the role#
Zipline is looking for interns to join the Embedded Systems team to advance our autonomous aircraft and ground systems. You will work alongside cross-functional partners to solve complex engineering problems. This role involves taking ownership of technical projects, from defining system requirements to testing and validating solutions for real-world deployment.
What you'll do#
- Define system requirements and develop simple, creative solutions for embedded applications.
- Develop firmware for real-time coprocessors and manage high-frequency signals.
- Collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineering teams to prototype and test flight and ground systems.
- Develop, test, and deploy software for autonomous aircraft and ground systems.
- Use data analysis tools to verify system performance and identify the root cause of failures.
What you'll need#
- Completed at least the second year of undergraduate studies.
- Pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering.
- Experience designing, building, or deploying electromechanical systems or robots.
- Proficiency in C, C++, Python, or Rust.
- Experience developing software for a real-time operating system or embedded Linux.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, on-site internship based in South San Francisco, California.
- The term for this position is Summer 2027.
About Zipline
Zipline operates an automated delivery system using robotics and autonomous technology. Founded in 2014, the company focuses on logistics for healthcare and retail sectors. It maintains a global presence with operations in countries including Rwanda and Ghana, alongside services in the United States. The organization is based in South San Francisco and employs nearly 1,900 people.
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