Software Engineering Fall Co Op - 1Finity

About the role

We are looking for a currently enrolled student to join our team as a part‑time Intern/Co‑op this Fall. The role features flexible scheduling and the opportunity to support the MSBU PSE team.

Location: Texas (primary location only).

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, development, and testing of software components for optical networking platforms.
• Participate in code reviews, team discussions, and agile development ceremonies.
• Support debugging and troubleshooting efforts across software and hardware interfaces.
• Contribute to documentation and automation tasks to improve development workflows.
• Learn and apply best practices in embedded systems and network software development.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Familiarity with C/C++ programming, especially in systems or embedded contexts.
• Experience working with or learning Linux‑based development environments.
• Exposure to version control systems like Git and a basic understanding of CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn in a collaborative team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong desire to learn wireless technologies and passion for Python to automate lab test procedures.
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Go, or Rust (a plus).
• Interest in networking technologies and embedded systems.
• Academic projects or coursework related to networking, embedded systems, or telecommunications.
• Familiarity with tools like Jira, Confluence, Docker, or Kubernetes.
• Interest in areas such as network telemetry, AI/ML for network optimization, or open‑source contributions.

Benefits

• Mentorship from industry experts in optical networking and telecom innovation.
• Opportunity to work on impactful projects that push the boundaries of optical networking.
• Exposure to career paths in embedded software and telecommunications.
• Flexible working options and a supportive, inclusive workplace culture.

Pay

Estimated pay range: $22 /hr to $30 /hr (USD), dependent on experience and skills.

Schedule

Part‑time internship with flexible scheduling during the Fall term.