Firmware Engineer (Internship) - Vancouver

The role involves architecting and developing firmware and microcontroller subsystems for Astera Labs’ SoC and systems products. Firmware implements the major differentiating features of the products and is considered equally important to hardware, with the firmware team often interacting with customers to ensure their needs are fully understood. Responsibilities include designing, implementing, and validating embedded firmware; working on real-time software aspects (RTOS) and on-chip microcontroller firmware; collaborating across hardware and software teams, and supporting customer-facing aspects of firmware features. Required qualifications emphasize a strong academic/technical background in CS/EE/Software, prior co-op firmware experience, RTOS coursework, ability to work in Canada for 4+ months, and hands-on skills in C/C++, Python scripting, version control (Git), CI, and debugging using JTAG/trace logs and lab tools. Preferred assets include experience with PyTest/GoogleTest, build environments, CI/CD, GCC/Make, lab firmware debugging, and firmware development for PCIe/CXL/Ethernet. The posting notes a competitive coop compensation package and an inclusive environment welcoming diverse candidates.