2026 Software Engineering Internship

About TaaraFounded in X, Google’s Moonshot Factory, Taara is dedicated to connecting billions of individuals who currently lack affordable and reliable internet access. We lead the way in utilizing light-based technology to provide faster and more economical connectivity solutions. Our mission is to bridge the digital divide through innovative wireless optical communication and photonics chip technologies.By joining Taara, you will engage in impactful work alongside a diverse team of professionals specializing in optics, software, and hardware. Together, we tackle some of the most challenging connectivity issues on a global scale. If you are eager to work on meaningful projects and create tools that make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.About the RoleAs a Software Engineering Intern at Taara, you will be instrumental in high-impact projects aimed at enhancing the performance, deployment, and visibility of our worldwide network of optical terminals. Your work will extend beyond just coding; you will prototype and assess the technical viability of features that connect edge hardware with our cloud-based control system.You will collaborate closely with seasoned engineers to develop tools that streamline terminal alignment, create high-fidelity emulators for CI/CD processes, and design dashboards that visualize global link performance. This position is perfect for students who thrive at the intersection of the physical and digital realms.How You Will Make a Significant ImpactInterfacing with the Physical World: Create software that integrates mobile devices and sensors (IMUs, GPS, Cameras) to facilitate complex hardware installations and terminal alignment.Scale through Simulation: Develop and enhance emulators (like the Lightbridge emulator) to simulate virtual links, improving CI/CD and stress testing capabilities.Drive Observability: Assist in the development of internal visibility tools and dashboards (using React/TypeScript) that showcase global link KPIs and telemetry data on an interactive world map.Data & Control: Contribute to the construction of data collection frameworks for IMU and controller data to assess tracking performance and guide future control strategies.Iterate and Prototype: Provide clean, well-documented prototype code that can transition from experimental stages to field-deployed solutions.

Your ContributionBecome an integral part of a dynamic team dedicated to creating cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions from the ground up. Guided by seasoned professionals with a history of excellence, you will have the chance to design, develop, and launch impactful products that safeguard organizations worldwide. This role offers a unique opportunity to advance your career and enhance your skill set as you contribute to our mission from day one.Position OverviewYou will actively participate in every phase of the product development lifecycle, from ideation and design to implementation and launch. Your contributions will be vital in shaping our cybersecurity platform that protects enterprises globally. Our supportive team will assist you in your transition during your first year, ensuring that we thrive together. Available paths to kickstart your career journey include:Infrastructure EngineerBack-end EngineerFront-end UI/UX EngineerFull-stack Engineer

About TaaraFounded at X, Google’s Moonshot Factory, Taara is dedicated to bridging the connectivity gap for billions by innovating how light is harnessed to provide faster, more affordable, and dependable internet access. Our advanced wireless optical communication and photonics chip technologies are designed to eliminate the digital divide.By joining Taara, you will engage in meaningful work alongside a diverse team of specialists in optics, software, and hardware, all united to address some of the most significant connectivity challenges on a global scale. If you're passionate about solving impactful problems and creating tools that make a difference, we want to hear from you.About the RoleAs a Systems & Control Engineering Intern, you will actively participate in designing and implementing strategies for vibration sensing and suppression. This position involves a practical R&D cycle where you will first assist in developing the physical infrastructure necessary for simulating disturbances. Later, you will utilize this platform to characterize vibration profiles and establish feedforward control loops to reduce them.By creating a custom shaker setup, you will enable the controlled conditions required to validate high-precision tracking algorithms for our flagship and future FSOC products.Your ImpactHardware Testbed Development: Collaborate in the mechanical and electrical design of a custom shaker setup to simulate real-world disturbance scenarios for hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing.Vibration Characterization: Employ IMU sensors within the testbed to capture, process, and analyze complex vibration profiles, converting raw sensor data into valuable insights for control design.Control Strategy Development: Conceptualize and execute feedforward control strategies aimed at mitigating high-frequency vibrations based on characterized disturbance profiles.Algorithm Validation: Perform thorough testing of your control loops on the shaker configurations to assess performance and refine suppression logic.System Integration: Collaborate closely with hardware and software teams to integrate your sensing and control solutions into the Taara system architecture.

Join Our Innovative TeamAt Taara, a pioneering initiative born from Google’s Moonshot Factory, we aim to bridge the digital divide by connecting billions of people to affordable, high-speed internet through innovative optical communication technologies. Our mission is to revolutionize connectivity using advanced light-based methods that deliver faster, more reliable internet access.As part of our multidisciplinary team of experts in optics, software, and hardware, you will have the opportunity to tackle significant connectivity challenges globally and create impactful tools. If you are passionate about solving real-world problems and making a difference, we welcome your application.Your Role as an FPGA InternIn this role, you will act as a vital link between high-level control algorithms and physical hardware. You will design and implement digital gateware to process high-speed sensor data in real time. This position involves hands-on work in the lab, integrating sensors and actuators with FPGAs to validate your designs.Your contributions will significantly impact the development of Taara’s next-generation Free Space Optical products, enhancing algorithms for precise laser pointing over long distances and correcting signal distortions to ensure robust, fiberless connectivity.How You Will Make a 10X ImpactAccelerate Computation: Utilize high-performance FPGAs to enhance interfaces and algorithms beyond software capabilities.Verify and Simulate: Create comprehensive testbeds to validate designs through simulations, ensuring reliability and minimizing debugging time.Iterate and Prototype: Produce clean, well-documented designs that transition from experimental phases to practical field solutions.Integrate Systems: Collaborate closely with hardware and software teams to embed your solutions within the overall Taara system architecture.

About CeribellCeribell is at the forefront of medical technology, dedicated to revolutionizing the diagnosis and management of patients with serious neurological conditions. Our innovative Ceribell System is a cutting-edge, point-of-care electroencephalography (EEG) platform that meets the critical needs of patients in acute care settings. Already in use at hundreds of community hospitals, large academic institutions, and major integrated delivery networks across the nation, our team shares a collective mission to enhance critical care with our rapid seizure detection technology. Join us in making a difference!Position Overview:We are seeking a talented Senior Software Engineer with a strong backend focus to join our dynamic team in developing the next generation of EEG web applications that cater to vital medical use cases. In this role, you will be instrumental in designing, maintaining, and enhancing the backend systems for our EEG Portal web application, which is essential for healthcare providers, researchers, and clinical teams to access, monitor, and analyze EEG data. You will collaborate closely with fellow engineers, product managers, and stakeholders to ensure that our backend systems are robust, secure, and scalable within a medical environment.Key Responsibilities:Backend Development & Maintenance:Design, develop, and maintain backend systems to support the EEG Portal application, ensuring dependable performance and adherence to healthcare standards.Implement new features and enhancements to meet clinical and research demands, prioritizing efficiency and scalability.Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize backend systems to guarantee maximum uptime and reliability for users.Database Management:Write optimized database queries and execute data migration strategies.Monitor and fine-tune database performance, including indexing, replication, and backup processes.API Development & Integration:Develop and maintain RESTful APIs that interact with the frontend and other systems.Ensure APIs are secure, well-documented, and capable of handling large volumes of sensitive medical data.Integrate third-party services and platforms as needed to enhance functionality.Ensure backend services comply with regulatory standards, including data encryption, authentication, and auditing.

Join Wayve as a skilled Application Software Engineer specializing in software integration and embedded systems. In this role, you will be integral in developing innovative software solutions that empower autonomous vehicles. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and optimize software that facilitates seamless integration of complex systems.

At Wayve, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture that values each individual's unique skills and perspectives, irrespective of their sex, race, religion, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other legally protected status.About UsFounded in 2017, Wayve is at the forefront of developing Embodied AI technology. Our cutting-edge AI software and foundation models empower vehicles to perceive, comprehend, and navigate complex environments, enhancing the safety and usability of automated driving systems.Our vision is to create autonomous solutions that move the world forward. Our intelligent, mapless, and hardware-agnostic AI products are tailored for automakers, driving the transition from assisted to fully automated driving. In our dynamic environment, we tackle significant challenges with enthusiasm, embracing complexity to unlock innovative solutions. We strive for excellence while remaining humble, consistently learning and evolving towards a smarter and safer future.At Wayve, your contributions are essential. We cherish diversity, welcome new insights, and promote an inclusive work atmosphere where we support one another to make a meaningful impact.Join Wayve and embark on a career-defining journey!The RoleAs a Software Engineer, you will engage with Wayve’s next-generation compute and sensor platform and contribute to all aspects of the software development lifecycle.As a key member of the Robot Software team, you will collaborate to develop software for edge devices that provide critical data and facilitate autonomy across a large fleet of vehicles. You will have a crucial role in ensuring that the software you develop operates reliably at scale, while also working closely with our Embodied AI and Science teams to provide them with the necessary data and interfaces for model training, experimentation, and performance feedback.

Intuitive Surgical, Inc. seeks a Senior Software Engineer to join the Platform Engineering team in Sunnyvale. This role centers on developing and maintaining the foundational software that powers advanced surgical technologies. Key responsibilities Design and build core platform software for surgical systems Collaborate with other engineering teams to create reliable and scalable solutions Drive ongoing enhancements that support improvements in surgical procedures and patient care Role focus This position emphasizes both architecture and hands-on development for the software platform. Work will directly impact the reliability and capabilities of surgical technologies used in healthcare settings.

Join our innovative team at Mindlance as a Software Engineer. In this role, you will be instrumental in developing cutting-edge software solutions that enhance user experience and streamline processes. Collaborate with a talented team of engineers and contribute to various stages of software development, from concept to deployment.Your role will involve coding, testing, and debugging applications while ensuring optimal performance and responsiveness. You will have the opportunity to work with the latest technologies and tools in a dynamic environment that fosters growth and creativity.

Join Wayve, a pioneering company at the forefront of robotic software development, as a Software Engineer specializing in System Performance. In this role, you will be instrumental in optimizing our advanced robotic systems to enhance their efficiency and reliability. Collaborate with a talented team to push the boundaries of what is possible in the field of robotics.

Primary Function of Position:Become part of Intuitive Surgical, a pioneering team committed to leveraging advanced technology to enhance patient outcomes through improved surgical precision and reduced invasiveness, with patient safety as our foremost concern.As a member of the Automation, Equipment and Test (AET) Team, you will contribute to creating the robotics that manufacture robotics. Your role will involve the design, development, and maintenance of equipment, fixtures, and tooling that optimize and enhance the manufacturing processes of surgical instruments and accessories.This position is pivotal in advancing the design and production of new surgical robotic systems and related instruments. You will develop software and algorithms for custom semi-automated electro-mechanical systems, ensuring product performance, reliability, and safety. Close collaboration with product development teams, systems analysts, electrical and mechanical engineers, manufacturing engineers, and quality engineers will be essential to establish a coherent diagnostic strategy and implement effective software solutions.Key Responsibilities:Design, develop, and implement software solutions for manufacturing equipment that constructs and tests medical devices, including robotic systems and accessories.Construct and sustain software infrastructures that facilitate value extraction from generated data.Analyze and refine manufacturing processes to boost efficiency, lower costs, and elevate productivity.Comprehend product operations and controls, and create methods to ensure their integrity during high-volume production.Document, direct, and execute IQOQPQ and DQ validation activities on manufacturing equipment.Establish, document, and adhere to best practices in software development.Independently navigate challenges with minimal supervision.Assume ownership of manufacturing software and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive projects to completion.Support and upgrade existing production software.

Join our team as a Robotics Software Engineer at Intuitive Surgical, where we are dedicated to transforming minimally invasive care through innovative technologies. You will be instrumental in designing, developing, and testing cutting-edge software solutions that enhance robotic systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the seamless integration of software with hardware while maintaining the highest standards of quality.

Join Our Visionary Team!Illumio stands at the forefront of ransomware and breach containment, revolutionizing the way organizations defend against cyberattacks while fostering operational resilience. Our innovative breach containment platform, powered by the Illumio AI Security Graph, is adept at identifying and mitigating threats across hybrid multi-cloud environments, effectively stopping the escalation of attacks before they can inflict significant damage.As a recognized leader in the Forrester Wave™ for Microsegmentation, Illumio empowers organizations to adopt Zero Trust principles, enhancing cyber resilience across infrastructures, systems, and organizations that are essential to global operations.Work Arrangement:This role requires 5 days of on-site presence at our Sunnyvale, CA Headquarters.Our Engineering Vision:Our Engineering team is fueled by a culture of visionary leadership, autonomy, and ownership, creating a collaborative environment that propels us forward in the dynamic realm of cybersecurity.By joining our team, you will be part of the leader in Zero Trust Segmentation, working with a cutting-edge technology stack that encompasses various operating systems, distributed applications, and advanced UI/visualization tools.Together, we are shaping the future of cybersecurity, building world-class products driven by diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and a shared commitment to innovation during a time of unprecedented cybersecurity threats.Your Contributions:You will create containerized microservices for a distributed multi-tenant system that processes data, real-time events, and network telemetry from multiple public clouds, delivering actionable insights, visibility, and security recommendations to enhance our customers’ cloud security posture.You will design your services, meticulously develop the details, defend your design choices among peers, and implement robust solutions.You will mentor junior engineers, recent graduates, and interns, fostering their growth and integration into the team.Your primary programming focus will be in Go, working with data pipelines utilizing SQL or similar interfaces. We welcome candidates from diverse programming backgrounds eager to learn.You will take ownership of critical features and subsystems, managing the software development lifecycle from requirement clarification to ensuring successful deployment and user adoption.

Join our dynamic team at Ayr Global IT Solutions Inc. as a Linux Software Engineer. In this role, you'll engage in the development and enhancement of innovative software solutions tailored to meet our clients' needs. Your expertise in Linux systems will be crucial as you design, implement, and troubleshoot complex software applications.We are looking for passionate individuals who thrive in a collaborative environment and are eager to contribute to cutting-edge projects. If you have a strong background in software engineering and a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions, we want to hear from you!

Role Overview Intuitive Surgical, Inc. is hiring a Staff Software Engineer in Sunnyvale. This position focuses on designing, building, and maintaining software that supports surgical robotics and improves patient care. What You Will Do Develop and refine software solutions for surgical robotics systems Work closely with teams from different disciplines to deliver reliable, high-quality products Contribute technical expertise to projects that advance healthcare technology

Your ContributionBecome an integral part of a dynamic team dedicated to developing the next generation of cybersecurity solutions from the ground up. Work alongside industry experts with a proven history of innovation as you design, construct, and launch groundbreaking products that will make a significant impact in the field. This role offers you the chance to enhance your career and skills as part of a world-class organization from the very outset.Job ResponsibilitiesYou will play a pivotal role in architecting and implementing the platform layer, from the Bootloader to system software, for a large-scale embedded system. This encompasses image and software lifecycle management, including packaging, upgrades, high availability, and telemetry/debug infrastructure. You will have the chance to design and implement this system from the ground up.

Join our innovative team at Ayr Global IT Solutions Inc. as a Linux Software Engineer. In this pivotal role, you will develop, maintain, and enhance Linux-based applications while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive software solutions that meet our high standards of quality and performance.

Role Overview intuitive seeks a Manager of Manufacturing Software Engineering to guide a team focused on building software that improves manufacturing processes. This leader will help shape the direction of software development efforts, ensuring projects support the company’s broader objectives. What You Will Do Lead a team developing software solutions for manufacturing operations Work with cross-functional partners to deliver software that meets business needs Promote high standards in software engineering within the team Support the effectiveness of manufacturing through advanced software applications Location This position is based in Sunnyvale.

Join our innovative team at Intuitive Surgical as a Senior Software Engineer in Test, where you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and performance of our cutting-edge robotic systems. We are looking for a talented individual who is passionate about technology and thrives in a collaborative environment. As a senior member of our team, you will design, develop, and implement automated testing frameworks and strategies to enhance our software products and services.

Join Applied Intuition as a Software Engineer specializing in AI Engineering, where you'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology and contribute to innovative projects that shape the future of artificial intelligence. As part of our dynamic team, you will collaborate with talented professionals to design, develop, and implement AI solutions that address real-world challenges.