Relay Launchpad Intern - Software Engineer (Device Team)

Relay is a rapidly growing technology startup focused on transforming frontline work through smart radios, connected cloud technology, voice, and AI. The Software Engineer Intern will contribute to Relay's custom communication devices across Android applications, operating systems, embedded systems, firmware, and Linux hardware interfaces while collaborating with engineers in an in-office environment.

What you'll do:

• Android — fix bugs and build new features spanning application development (Kotlin, Java) and OS-level programming, which may touch the Linux Kernel, Java-based frameworks, shell scripts, or C/C++/Rust daemons
• Linux OS — work below the Android layer on operating system tasks and hardware interfaces
• Embedded systems — develop new embedded products or microcontroller firmware that runs inside or alongside existing Relay devices

What they're looking for:

• Currently enrolled in a Computer Science or related technical field with a GPA of 3.5 or above
• Strong proficiency in C, Java, or Kotlin
• Or experience in embedded systems programming — e.g., NRF or ST-based products running Zephyr, ThreadX, or Linux
• Or experience programming Linux at or below the POSIX API layer, typically in C/C++ (Rust experience is increasingly relevant as AOSP adopts it)
• Or solid experience with scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or similar
• Comfort with desktop and server Linux distributions — our development environments and internal tooling are Linux-based
• An analytical, methodical approach to problem-solving
• Strong communication skills and a habit of documenting what you build
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and self-prioritize
• Exposure to Agile development practices
• Genuine curiosity and drive to learn
• Motivated and ambitious undergraduate (or graduate) student with an expected graduation date of December 2027 or Spring 2028

Benefits:

• Paid internship during the summer 2027
• Interns will gain hands-on experience across the full device stack
• High-performing interns may be considered for full-time roles after graduation, depending on business needs