Firmware Development Intern

Description

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a global powerhouse in integrated manufacturing solutions serving the fastest growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. We are a global engine providing the end-to-end manufacturing backbone for the world's most essential and innovative brands. Whether it's autonomous vehicles, life-saving medical tech, next-gen aerospace, or AI/cloud infrastructure - our integrated solutions don’t just meet standards—they redefine them.SummaryViking Enterprise Solutions (VES) has a rich history of leadership in providing storage and storage server platforms to hyperscale and enterprise data centers worldwide. The division leads the market with ultra-high capacity and high-performance systems. Now VES provides advanced software solutions supporting ML/AI applications for generative and inferential AI in the data center and at the Edge. Software is at the heart of what makes VES a solutions provider. Cloud native systems are designed and built to simplify the use of tools and hardware so users get the job done quickly and efficiently. VES also designs and builds NVMe flash based server appliances, JBOD storage systems and related products for a variety of data center and storage applications. Viking Enterprise Solutions products are tailored for integration into OEM, System Integrator and data center products._Viking Enterprise Solutions is proud to be part of the Sanmina family. Sanmina is recognized as a technology leader, providing end-to-end design, manufacturing and logistics solutions, maintaining a global footprint of design and manufacturing operations in 23 countries on six continents. What You'll DoAs a Firmware Development Intern, you will gain hands-on experience by participating in firmware engineering activities within the VES development group. Reporting to the Firmware Engineering Manager, you will assist in supporting cutting-edge data storage and server product designs in Colorado Springs. This internship offers the opportunity to contribute to firmware code development on BMC/SES platforms, collaborate on real-world projects, work alongside experienced firmware architects, and learn how enterprise hardware and software integrate in a production environment. Assist firmware architects and hardware design teams with gathering early input on firmware design requirements. Contribute to the creation and maintenance of high-level and low-level design documents. Participate in firmware code development, bug fixes, and unit testing under the guidance of senior engineers. Collaborate with the project team during code reviews, hardware/firmware integration, and testing. Learn and assist with debugging firmware issues (BMC/SES) to support resolving technical problems. Provide regular status updates on assigned development tasks to project leads.What You'll Bring Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree (must be in 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field. Foundational understanding of embedded system design concepts. Familiarity with C/C++ programming and object-oriented principles. Basic knowledge of various operating systems (Linux, Windows, Unix). Familiarity with server/storage system architectures, BMC, or BIOS is a plus. Exposure to system-level debugging, hardware/software integration, or scripting is desirable. Strong written and verbal communication skills with a eagerness to learn and collaborate in a team environment.Pay: $26 - $30 per hour (depending on college year)Why Join Us? At Sanmina, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. Your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity EmployerSanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment. Sanmina provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Please be aware that this position may require access to technology, software, or technical data that is subject to U.S. export control laws. All offers of employment are contingent on the applicant either 1) being a "U.S. Person," defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident, or (iii) other protected individual, such as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157 or asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158; or 2) being eligible to obtain a timely export control license or license exception from the applicable U.S. federal agency.