Firmware Engineering Co-Op - Spring 2027

The LEGO Group is seeking a Firmware Engineering Co-Op to join its Creative Play Lab in Boston and help redefine the future of play. The role supports firmware and embedded technology development through cross-functional collaboration, root-cause investigations, testing, and clear communication of engineering progress and findings.

What you'll do:

• Apply first-principles reasoning (OS theory, computational complexity, resource utilization) to break down problems into their fundamental components before jumping to solutions
• Collaborate cross-functionally with mechanical, electronics, and mechatronics teams to develop new technologies
• Assist in root-cause investigations by capturing data, running simple tests, or reviewing failure modes
• Takes initiative by proactively starting tasks, seeking information/feedback, moving work forward and asking thoughtful questions
• Communicate progress, blockers and findings clearly to the engineering team

What they're looking for:

• Enrolled in a computer engineering, computer science, or related engineering program
• Prior co-op experience in computer engineering, computer science, or related engineering
• Experience with software/firmware engineering tools including revision control, IDEs, etc
• Skills in programming with the C and Python languages
• Programming embedded systems using JTAG or similar devices
• Experience with hardware debugging tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, logic or bus analyzer, etc
• Knowledge of hardware communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, etc
• Enthusiasm for early-stage ideation, concept development through designing for mass production and life cycle support
• Strong collaboration and communication skills for working with global design hubs in Denmark, London, and Singapore
• A builder with passion for creatively using technology as a vehicle to deliver truly incredible play experiences to children around the world!
• This position will be based at 1001 Boylston St. in Boston, MA
• No relocation or housing provided for this opportunity

Benefits:

• 3 day in the office hybrid model
• Family Care Leave – We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times.
• Insurances – All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.
• Wellbeing – We want you to be your best self, so you’ll have access to the Headspace App and lots of wellbeing initiatives and programs run by local teams where you are based
• Colleague Discount – We know you'll love to build so from day 1 you will qualify for our generous colleague discount.
• Bonus – We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you'll be rewarded through our bonus scheme
• Being part of the LEGO Group also means taking part in our annual Play Day