Firmware Engineer Intern Co-op

<p> </p> <h1 class="wnfdntn wnfdntm _1ibi0s35e _1ibi0s36a" data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Firmware Engineer Intern (Fall - Coop)</h1> <p class="wnfdnt10 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Location: Vancouver, BC</p> <h2 class="wnfdntn wnfdntm _1ibi0s35e _1ibi0s36a">Job Description</h2> <p class="wnfdnt10 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Astera Labs is a global leader in purpose-built connectivity solutions that unlock the full potential of cloud and AI infrastructure.</p> <p class="wnfdnt10 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Our Intelligent Connectivity Platform integrates PCIe, CXL and Ethernet semiconductor-based solutions based on a software-defined architecture that is both scalable and customizable.</p> <p class="wnfdnt10 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Inspired by trusted partnerships with hyperscalers and the data center ecosystem, we are an innovation leader of products that are flexible, interoperable, and reliable.</p> <p class="wnfdnt10 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">We are headquartered in the heart of California’s Silicon Valley, with R&D centers and offices in Taiwan, China, Vancouver and Toronto, Canada, and Haifa, Israel.</p> <p class="wnfdnt10 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">The mission of this role is to architect and develop firmware and microcontroller subsystems for Astera Labs’ SoC and systems products.</p> <p class="wnfdnt10 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Firmware is responsible for implementing the major differentiating features of Astera Labs’ products. As such, firmware is considered equally important to the hardware, and the firmware team is often customer-facing accordingly to ensure the needs of the customer are fully comprehended.</p> <h2 class="wnfdntn wnfdntm _1ibi0s35e _1ibi0s36a">Basic Qualifications</h2> <ul class="wnfdntj"> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s35c"> <p class="wnfdnt10 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Strong academic and technical background taking Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics/Software Engineering or equivalent.</p> </li> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s35c"> <p class="wnfdnt10 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Completed one or more Co-op terms of firmware or embedded software development.</p> </li> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s35c"> <p class="wnfdnt10 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Completed one or more courses in Real Time Operating Systems (RTOS) or detailed use of an RTOS during a prior coop term or project.</p> </li> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s35c"> <p class="wnfdnt10 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Professional attitude with the ability to formulate theories and well thought out questions as part of helping debug/develop complex systems.</p> </li> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s35c"> <p class="wnfdnt10 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Authorized to work in Canada and available for 4 or more months.</p> </li> </ul> <h2 class="wnfdntn wnfdntm _1ibi0s35e _1ibi0s36a">Required Experience</h2> <ul class="wnfdntj"> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s35c"> <p class="wnfdnt10 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Proficiency in C (preferred) or C++, including development of firmware.</p> </li> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s35c"> <p class="wnfdnt10 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Proficient in Python for scripting.</p> </li> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s35c"> <p class="wnfdnt10 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Experience with developer workflows, SCM (preferably git), code reviews, CI.</p> </li> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s35c"> <p class="wnfdnt10 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Experience developing firmware to execute in on-chip microcontrollers.</p> </li> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s35c"> <p class="wnfdnt10 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Experience debugging firmware/hardware issues using JTAG, trace logs, or other lab tools.</p> </li> </ul> <h2 class="wnfdntn wnfdntm _1ibi0s35e _1ibi0s36a">Preferred Experience</h2> <ul class="wnfdntj"> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s35c"> <p class="wnfdnt10 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Knowledge of tools like PyTest or GoogleTest is an asset.</p> </li> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s35c"> <p class="wnfdnt10 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Knowledge of software build environments, CI/CD, gcc/make is an asset.</p> </li> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s35c"> <p class="wnfdnt10 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Experience with lab hardware/firmware debug is an asset.</p> </li> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s35c"> <p class="wnfdnt10 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Experience developing firmware for PCIe/CXL/Ethernet is an asset.</p> </li> </ul> <p class="wnfdnt10 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Hourly compensation ranges between CAD $45/hour - CAD $55/hour.</p> <p class="wnfdnt10 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">We know that creativity and innovation happen more often when teams include diverse ideas, backgrounds, and experiences, and we actively encourage everyone with relevant experience to apply, including people of color, LGBTQ+ and non-binary people, veterans, parents, and individuals with disabilities.</p> <p> </p>