Intern | Nantbeam AP

NantWorks is the parent company of various private and public entities focused on life sciences, energy and renewables, and media and technology. The Software Engineering Intern will support development of embedded products by optimizing power management, developing multi-protocol firmware, and validating device performance. The role also involves hardware troubleshooting, vendor coordination, testing, and technical documentation.

What you'll do:

• Low-Power Architecture & Power Optimization Define and implement system-level and component-level power strategies (sleep states, wake sources, duty cycling) to minimize current draw without sacrificing performance
• Firmware Development for Multi-Protocol Devices Develop embedded firmware modules supporting LoRa, Wi-Fi, UWB, 5G, and BLE, including drivers, state machines, and multi-radio coordination logic
• Test & Validation (Corner Cases + Field Scenarios)Design and execute tests for corner cases and real-world conditions, including stress testing and long-duration validation
• Datasheet-Driven Component Bring-Up & CharacterizationAnalyze datasheets and reference designs to configure modes, power states, and RF settings accurately
• Vendor/Chip Manufacturer Coordination Collaborate with chip vendors to clarify behaviors, request application notes, and resolve issues
• Hardware Troubleshooting & Lab Support, Support debugging in the lab using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and DMMs, addressing hardware and signal integrity issues
• Implement and validate low-power modes across MCUs and radios
• Measure and optimize current consumption in various operating modes
• Develop validation procedures and stress tests to prevent field failures
• Troubleshoot firmware/hardware interactions methodically
• Document findings and communicate effectively with teams and vendors

What they're looking for:

• Coursework or experience in embedded systems and low-level programming
• Proficiency in C/C++ and familiarity with interfaces like I2C, SPI, UART, GPIO, ADC, DMA
• Ability to interpret datasheets and implement register configurations
• Hands-on experience with lab tools (oscilloscope, logic analyzer, DMM)
• Strong attention to detail and testing mindset
• Experience with STM32, FreeRTOS, and power profiling/optimization
• Familiarity with wireless stacks (LoRaWAN, BLE, Wi-Fi) and RF integration
• Experience building test utilities, automation scripts, or CI regression testing
• Ability to review hardware schematics and troubleshoot board-level issues