Internship, Software Engineering (Summer 2026) - Pivotal
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- Internship, Software Engineering (Summer 2026)
- Job Location
- Palo Alto, CA
- Job Description
- Pivotal is the leader in the emerging market of electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft. We design, develop, and manufacture light eVTOL aircraft and are renowned for the BlackFly aircraft the world's first light eVTOL to fly manned missions and enter the consumer market.Efficient, compact, and simple, Pivotal aircraft are designed for a wide range of consumer, public service, and defense applications. Our distinctive tilt-aircraft architecture and scalable platform have been flying for over 10 years. Last year we announced our next-generation aircraft, the Helix, which is rapidly progressing toward general release and scalable production in early 2026.Mobility is one of the most highly-valued areas of modern technology investments. This is the right company, in the right space, the right strategy, at the right time. If you are ready for adventure, we invite you to join our amazing team and grow with us.Responsibilities
- Assist in the design, implementation, and debugging of embedded firmware for microcontrollers and embedded processors.
- Develop and test drivers, communication interfaces (SPI, I²C, UART, CAN, etc.), and real-time control algorithms.
- Contribute to system-level software architecture, code reviews, and integration efforts.
- Collaborate with hardware and software teams to ensure seamless device communication.
- Optimize firmware performance for speed, power efficiency, and reliability.
Qualifications- Currently enrolled in a Bachelors or Masters degree program in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or similar from an accredited university
- Interest in eVTOL industry and personal flight
- Experience in C/C++ and Python
- Ability to learn quickly and multi-task in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment
- Strong verbal and written communication, organization, and leadership skills
- Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
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Pivotal Company Size
Between 2,000 - 5,000 employees
Pivotal Founded Year
2013