Embedded Linux Intern Rust / Real-Time Linux (6-12 months)

Join our platform software team to build the Linux-based embedded systems that coordinate humanoid robot subsystems. You will work close to the hardware on real-time communication, device integration, observability, and robust deployment using Rust and modern Linux tooling.

Requirements: Pursuing a BS or MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field.
Strong Rust programming skills and comfort developing on Linux.
Understanding of operating systems concepts: processes, threads, synchronization, networking, and memory management.
Experience debugging systems with shell tools, logs, gdb, perf, tracing, or equivalent tooling.
Ability to work across software and physical hardware in a fast-moving robotics environment.
(+) Experience with PREEMPT_RT, kernel configuration, device drivers, or Yocto/Buildroot.
(+) Experience with EtherCAT, SocketCAN, CANopen, ROS/ROS2, or robotic middleware.
(+) Experience with async Rust, Tokio, embedded-hal, or systems observability.

• (+) Familiarity with CI, containerized builds, and hardware test automation.

• Health Insurance: Health coverage for interns.

• Meals: Lunch and dinner provided.

• Commuter Benefit: Assistance with local transportation costs.

• Snacks and Drinks: Fully stocked office kitchen.

• Immigration Support: TN sponsorship available for eligible candidates.

• Career Growth: Strong potential for full-time conversion after the internship.

• Develop Rust services and low-level components for embedded Linux robotic controllers.

• Integrate fieldbus and device interfaces, including CAN/CAN-FD, EtherCAT, serial, SPI, and Ethernet-based systems.

• Measure and improve latency, scheduling behavior, startup reliability, and fault recovery on real-time Linux platforms.

• Build diagnostics, logging, telemetry, and test tools for system bring-up and field debugging.

• Collaborate with firmware, controls, and hardware teams to integrate multi-actuator robot subsystems.

• A Proception employee will reach out directly to schedule additional interviews.

• A portfolio is recommended where relevant.

• Interview process: two technical interviews and one CEO interview.