Software Engineering Intern - Robotics R&D

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Johnson & Johnson develops healthcare and MedTech innovations, including surgical technologies and solutions. The Software Engineering Intern will support the design, development, architecture, testing, and deployment of software systems for robotic surgical platforms across application, embedded, firmware, user interface, and algorithmic domains.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, test, document and maintain software for real-time, safety critical robotic applications Contribute to software architecture, framework design, and system-level design for robotic platforms Implement and enhance software components across application, embedded, firmware, user interface, and algorithmic domains Participate in software design reviews, code reviews, debugging activities, and root cause investigations Collaborate with cross-functional teams including systems, electrical, mechanical, quality, and clinical engineering partners Apply software quality, cybersecurity, reliability, and maintainability best practices throughout the development lifecycle Responsibilities may vary based on the specific role or project within this internship track

Qualifications: Currently enrolled in an accredited program pursuing a bachelor's, graduate or PhD degree, returning to an academic program after the completion of the internship Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 reflective of all coursework Commitment to June 1 – August 20, 2027, or June 21 – September 10, 2027; term dates to align with cohort Available to work full-time (40 hours/week) and during hours agreed upon with the hiring manager Target majors include Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Robotics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Computer Vision, Data Science, Automation Engineering, or closely related field Permanent US work authorization without the need for sponsorship now, or in the future (The company does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status.

Students currently in the country on CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT require future sponsorship) Experience developing software in C, modern C++, Python, Qt/QML, or similar programming languages Familiarity with software design principles, object-oriented programming, data structures, and algorithms Experience with Embedded systems, Firmware development, microcontrollers or Real-Time operating systems Experience developing user interfaces, simulations, visualization tools, or distributed software applications Exposure to robotics, controls, AI/ML, computer vision, cybersecurity, virtualization, or cloud technologies Familiarity with software development tools and practices such as Git, automated testing, CI/CD, and code reviews Strong problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills with the ability to tackle complex and ambiguous challenges

Benefits: Hybrid work arrangement Mentorship and professional development opportunities. Co-Ops/Interns are eligible to participate in Company sponsored employee medical benefits in accordance with the terms of the plan. Co-Ops and Interns are eligible for up to 40 hours of sick time per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington, up to 56 hours per calendar year.

Co-Ops and Interns are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension).