Embedded Software Engineering Intern

About the role

Gecko Robotics helps organizations ensure availability, reliability, and sustainability of critical infrastructure using wall‑climbing robots, sensors, and an AI‑powered data platform. The Embedded Software Engineering Intern will join RoboSPLAT within Field Infra in Pittsburgh for Summer 2027.

Responsibilities

• Develop C/C++ and Python software for a defined embedded software project under the guidance of experienced engineers.
• Build or improve tooling, diagnostics, tests, or workflows that reduce friction in developing, debugging, and deploying software on robot hardware.
• Work across software and system boundaries by integrating services or hardware‑facing interfaces, investigating system behavior, testing solutions, and documenting findings.
• Use version control, code review, and structured debugging practices to produce maintainable code.
• Collaborate with RoboSPLAT and partner teams, communicate status and tradeoffs clearly, and deliver a final demonstration and handoff.

Technologies

C/C++, Python, Git, Linux, networking, and ROS 2. Depending on the project, you may also work with the Yocto Project, NVIDIA Jetson Orin, cloud infrastructure, or Electron, React, and TypeScript.

About You

You are a hands‑on engineering student who wants to understand how software behaves on real hardware. You work methodically, seek out missing knowledge, communicate clearly, and care about building tools and systems that others can use.

Required Skills

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or a related engineering discipline, with an expected graduation date between December 2027 and May 2028.
• Ability to work onsite in Pittsburgh, Monday through Friday, for the full Summer 2027 internship.
• Foundational programming experience in C/C++ and Python, including object‑oriented programming.
• Working familiarity with Git or similar version control systems.
• Understanding of basic computer networking.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to document technical work, explain findings and tradeoffs, and collaborate on ambiguous problems.
• Ability to independently close knowledge gaps, stay organized, and learn from feedback.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with ROS 2.
• Familiarity with embedded Linux systems or platforms such as the Yocto Project or NVIDIA Jetson Orin.
• Exposure to cloud infrastructure, preferably GCP.
• Experience building applications with Electron, React, or TypeScript.
• Exposure to embedded communication protocols, microcontrollers, or real‑time operating systems is a plus.
• Ability to work with basic electronic systems, read simple schematics, and use common lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and programmable power supplies.

Benefits

Gecko offers competitive compensation packages, company equity, 401(k) matching, gender‑neutral parental leave, full medical, dental, and vision insurance, mental health support, ongoing professional development, family planning assistance, and flexible paid time off. The company values collaboration, innovation, and partnership, operates an office‑first culture with flexibility for remote work, and is committed to inclusion and belonging as an equal opportunity employer.

Schedule

Full‑time, onsite internship, Monday through Friday for Summer 2027.