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Figure is an AI robotics company developing autonomous general-purpose humanoid robots. The goal of the company is to ship humanoid robots with human level intelligence. Its robots are engineered to perform a variety of tasks in the home and commercial markets. Figure is headquartered in San Jose, CA.
We are seeking a Test Automation Intern for Winter or Summer 2026 to help implement and test key aspects of the humanoid’s software and compute platform for the winter!
Responsibilities:
- Implement test plans for humanoid software/firmware on our compute platform
- Develop Python scripts for data management, test automation, and robot calibration
- Contribute to the development of our Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) infrastructure
- Support hardware/software integration efforts in the lab
Requirements:
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a undergraduate or graduate degree in Computer Science or a related field
- Available for a minimum 10-week internship (1–2 terms preferred)
- Demonstrated experience with hardware/software projects outside of coursework
- Fluent with C++ and Python
- Strong understanding of Linux systems
- Knowledge of computer architecture, communication buses, and protocols:
- Ethernet, EtherCAT, Serial, CAN, USB
- Comfortable using lab instruments (e.g., oscilloscopes, logic analyzers) and debugging tools (e.g., Lauterbach)
Bonus Qualifications:
- Experience with the Bazel build system
- Experience using Docker containers
The US hourly range for this internship position is between $35 - $45/hr.
The pay offered for this position may vary based on several individual factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package may also include additional components/benefits depending on the specific role. This information will be shared if an employment offer is extended.
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San Jose, CA, United States
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