Test Automation Intern [Summer 2026] at Figure in San Jose, CA

Summary: Figure is an AI robotics company developing autonomous general-purpose humanoid robots. They are seeking a Test Automation Intern for Summer 2026 to help implement and test key aspects of the humanoid’s software and compute platform. Responsibilities: - Implement test plans for humanoid software/firmware on our compute platform - Develop Python scripts for data management, test automation, and robot calibration - Contribute to the development of our Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) infrastructure - Support hardware/software integration efforts in the lab Required Qualifications: - Currently pursuing or recently completed a undergraduate or graduate degree in Computer Science or a related field - Available for a minimum 10-week internship (1–2 terms preferred) - Demonstrated experience with hardware/software projects outside of coursework - Fluent with C++ and Python - Strong understanding of Linux systems - Knowledge of computer architecture, communication buses, and protocols: Ethernet, EtherCAT, Serial, CAN, USB - Comfortable using lab instruments (e.g., oscilloscopes, logic analyzers) and debugging tools (e.g., Lauterbach) Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with the Bazel build system - Experience using Docker containers Required Skills: Python, C++, Linux systems Important Skills: Computer architecture, CI/CD, Docker Nice-to-Have Skills: Test automation, Lab instruments, Debugging tools Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer