Systems Software Integration Intern

🚀 Systems Software Integration Intern

Build, deploy, and launch real autonomous drone systems.

If you love drones, Linux, and making complex systems actually work in the real world - this is your chance to do it professionally.

At SE3 Labs, you won’t just simulate autonomy. You’ll help bring it into the air.

About SE3

SE3 Labs builds Spatial AI by combining 3D computer vision with large language models (LLMs). Our mission is to enable machines to understand and operate in physical space — powering the next generation of autonomous systems across infrastructure, robotics, and defense.

To make that vision real, we’re developing high-performance UAV platforms that integrate cutting-edge AI compute, sensors, and communication systems.

And that’s where you come in.

About the Role

As a Systems Software Integration Intern you’ll sit at the intersection of AI, embedded systems, and flight hardware.

Your mission:
Make sure our autonomous drone payloads are fully operational: from first flash to first flight.

You will work hands-on with Nvidia platforms, onboard compute stacks, radios, and deployment pipelines. Your contribution directly impacts how fast and how reliably we can test and deploy next-generation autonomous systems.

This is not a “shadow someone and watch” internship. You will own systems.

What You’ll Work On

• Nvidia Jetson Systems: Flash, configure, and optimize Jetson devices (L4T / Ubuntu) for autonomous deployment

• Software Deployment: Prepare and validate payload software stacks for real-world UAV integration

• Datalink & Telemetry: Set up, configure, and test communication systems for stable drone operation

• Integration Workflows: Improve reproducibility and automation in our deployment and testing pipelines

• Advanced Topics (based on skills): ROS2 integration, Docker environments, networking optimization, performance debugging, or systems automation

• Start date: As soon as possible

You’ll work closely with AI, embedded, and flight teams to ensure everything works seamlessly; not just in theory, but in the field.

Your Profile

• You have hands-on experience building, tuning, or operating drones (competition, racing, research projects, or professional work)

• You’re confident working with Python3 and Linux

• You understand computer networking basics and feel comfortable configuring systems

• You enjoy debugging and making complex systems reliable

• You work independently, take ownership, and don’t stop at “it compiles” - you make it robust

• You’re fluent in English; German is a plus

• Your eligible to work on defence related projects

Especially Valued Bonus Skills

• Experience with Ubuntu, Nvidia L4T, ROS2, Docker

• Strong scripting skills (Python, bash)

• Git proficiency

• Basic C++ knowledge

• Experience with embedded systems or robotics stacks

Our Process

1. Intro Call (20 min): Let’s get to know each other (conducted by Michael, our Chief of Staff)

2. LeetCode Interview (flexible, ~60 minutes): It will help us understand your approach to problem-solving and coding

3. Technical Interview (~60 min): (with Marvin, CV & AI Engineer)