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Firmware Engineer Intern

CompanyAgility Robotics
LocationSalem
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 5, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will contribute to the C++ firmware architecture for low-level sensor networks, controls, and power management systems, while also developing the firmware communication layer using EtherCAT and CAN. They will write firmware for hardware abstraction layers, peripheral drivers, and applications, and perform real-time hardware testing and debugging.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
356
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Industrial humanoids hard at work.
About the Role

Agility Robotics is a pioneer. Our robot, Digit, is the first to be sold into workplaces across the globe. Our team is differentiated by its expertise in imagining, engineering, and delivering robots with advanced mobility, dexterity, intelligence, and efficiency -- robots specifically designed to work alongside people, in spaces built for people. Every day, we break through engineering challenges and invent new solutions and capabilities that will one day make robots commonplace and approachable. This work is our passion and our responsibility: our mission is to make businesses more productive and people’s lives more fulfilling.

About The Role

We are seeking a Firmware Engineer Intern to help develop robust and reliable firmware for our full line of robots.  In this role, you will collaborate with a multi-discipline team of engineers to understand the unique requirements for our products and play a key role in ensuring that we have robot designs that are robust and production-ready.  You will also serve as the bridge between hardware and higher level robot control algorithms by documenting interfaces and providing support to other engineers.

Location

This position is based at our Salem, OR headquarters.

About The Work:

  • Contribute to the C++ firmware architecture that drives our robot’s low-level sensor network, controls, and power management systems
  • Develop the firmware communication layer utilizing EtherCAT and CAN
  • Write firmware for the hardware abstraction layer, peripheral drivers, and applications
  • Perform real-time hardware testing and debugging using benchtop test equipment such as logic analyzers and oscilloscopes.
  • Work with cross-disciplinary teams to solve complex problems dealing with the integration of software and hardware
  • Write performant, well-tested, maintainable, and well-documented C++ code

About You:

  • A rising Senior, or a Masters or PhD student in computer science, electrical engineering, or related field.
  • Experience writing modern C++ (17, 20)
  • Experience using FreeRTOS or similar
  • Proficiency with a Linux-based development environment
  • Ability to read schematics, PCB layouts, and component datasheets
  • Ability to verbally communicate technical information effectively

Preferred to have:

  • Experience with implementation of automation fieldbuses such as EtherCAT, CAN, etc. EtherCAT is highly desirable
  • Experience writing embedded C++ for ARM systems
  • Experience developing real-time or low-latency systems
  • Experience with unit testing such as with GTest and coverage analysis
  • Proficiency in Python (3.6+)
  • Familiarity with standard agile and software development processes (issue tracking tools (Jira), feature branching, version control (Git), continuous integration and deployment)
  • Familiarity with using AI in coding
Anticipated Base Salary Range
$55$55 USD

In addition to base pay, our competitive total rewards package consists of:

  • 401(k) Plan: Includes a 6% company match.
  • Equity: Company stock options.
  • Insurance Coverage: 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short/long-term disability insurance for employees.
  • Benefit Start Date: Eligible for benefits on your first day of employment.
  • Well-Being Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Time Off:
    • Exempt Employees: Flexible, unlimited PTO and 10 company holidays, including a winter shutdown.
    • Non-Exempt Employees: 10 vacation days, paid sick leave, and 10 company holidays, including a winter shutdown, annually.
  • On-Site Perks: Catered lunches four times a week and a variety of healthy snacks and refreshments at our Salem and Pittsburgh locations.
  • Parental Leave: Generous paid parental leave programs.
  • Work Environment: A culture that supports flexible work arrangements.
  • Growth Opportunities: Professional development and tuition reimbursement programs.
  • Relocation Assistance: Provided for eligible roles.
  • Annual Discretionary Bonus: Provided for eligible roles.

All of our roles are U.S.-based. Applicants must have current authorization to work in the United States.

Agility Robotics is committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. Each individual has the right to work in a professional atmosphere that promotes equal employment opportunities and prohibits unlawful discriminatory practices, including harassment. Therefore, it is the policy of Agility Robotics to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Agility Robotics prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.

 

Agility Robotics does not accept unsolicited referrals from third-party recruiting agencies.  We prioritize direct applicants and encourage all qualified candidates to apply directly through our careers page.  If you are represented by a third party, your application may not be considered.  To ensure full consideration, please apply directly.

 

Apply Now: https://grnh.se/b444bbd04us

Key Skills
C++EtherCATCANFreeRTOSLinuxSchematics ReadingPCB LayoutsDatasheet ReadingReal-time Hardware TestingLogic AnalyzersOscilloscopesPythonJiraGitGTestAI in Coding
Categories
EngineeringSoftwareTechnologyScience & Research
Benefits
401k PlanEquityMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceShort Term Disability InsuranceLong Term Disability InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Paid Time OffCompany HolidaysParental LeaveRelocation AssistanceAnnual Discretionary Bonus