Hardware Automation Software Engineering Intern

**Job Title** Hardware Automation Software Engineering Intern **What You Will Do** * Build out our wafer handling automation and measurement software in Python, from implementing new features to interfacing with custom hardware and instruments * Work on existing test and measurement software to roll out updates and bug fixes * Debug issues when they show up, whether in the software or in the hardware * Write code the rest of the team can maintain: typed, documented, and reviewed **What We Are Looking For** * Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar * Strong object oriented programming skills. You know how to split a problem into classes without coupling everything together,and where to section things off * Strong debugging skills, ability to narrow down the problem and trace it down without giving up, regardless of the source of the issue * Familiar with common design patterns and software architectures. Good judgement, and you plan out how to structure code before writing it * Able to work independently at times. We will point you in the right direction, but you should be comfortable making good design decisions on your own * Strong understanding of Python, ability to write maintainable and extendable code * Understanding of multithreaded programs and principles * Scripting experience for writing out test cases and one-off experiments * Organized and detail-oriented, should document progress while working * Comfortable with using Git and GitHub * Good coding etiquette and solid communication skills **Nice to have** * Experience writing hardware drivers and/or controlling lab equipment * GUI development experience, specifically PyQt6 * Any hands-on lab or hardware background, or at least a desire to learn about hardware and electronics as development progresses * Hardware communication protocols (I2C, SPI, etc)