Embedded Software Engineering Intern - Fall… at Verkada · San Mateo

Summary: Verkada is transforming how organizations protect their people and places with an integrated, AI-powered platform. They are seeking software engineering interns to join their Backend Engineering team to design, develop, test, and maintain embedded software for their devices. Responsibilities: - Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and improve the embedded and server-side software for our fleet of devices - Effectively manage priorities, deadlines, and deliverables on all projects - Work cross-functionally with the hardware team to develop features in C, C++, Go and Python to build the embedded software and firmware that goes onto the devices we ship to our customers - Design, develop and verify embedded software, firmware and drivers for our systems - Work with new technologies that are critical to product development - Work with product management and cross functional teams to build and ship features that delight users and customers - Experiment/test with new development boards - Make regular contributions to existing code base to push new features OTA on a frequent basis - Collaborate with senior engineers to define new specs for future products Required Qualifications: - Ability to work at Verkada HQ during Fall 2026 - Actively pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or similar technical field of study and graduating by June 2027 - Internship experience developing and launching products - Work experience with Embedded Linux, C, USB, I2C, and Yocto - Familiar with Linux servers, Linux device drivers, Linux kernel patches, secure operating systems and security focused programming - Comfortable working in an agile team software development environment Required Skills: Embedded Linux, C programming, C++ programming, Go programming, Python programming, USB protocol, I2C protocol, Yocto Project, Linux servers, Linux device drivers, Linux kernel patches, Secure operating systems, Security focused programming, Agile team collaboration Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Fall Benefits: We do sponsor and take over sponsorship of employment visas for this role. If we make you an offer, we will make every reasonable effort to get you a visa., Monthly housing stipend in addition to a competitive hourly wage, Daily lunch catered onsite, complimentary barista-made drinks, and fully stocked snacks to keep you fueled, Intern-exclusive events and mixers, including opportunities to connect with other interns across different teams, Cross-functional collaboration opportunities, giving you real exposure to how teams work together at Verkada, Lunch & Learns with company executives — hear directly from leaders and gain insight into building a successful career, And more! From team-building activities to mentorship opportunities, we’re here to support your growth every step of the way