ASIC Firmware Intern

Who We Are:

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today's complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what's next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career, our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.

Job Description:

We are seeking a motivated undergraduate intern to join the Slingshot ASIC Firmware and Diagnostic team. The intern will contribute to firmware development in C, build and maintain Python-based diagnostic tooling, and support Linux-based development and testing. Embedded development experience is preferred. This is a hands-on role designed for students pursuing degrees in computer science or computer engineering.

Responsibilities:

• Write, test, and debug C code for Slingshot ASIC board firmware.
• Develop and maintain Python-based diagnostic tooling, data collectors, parsers, and test utilities.
• Create and maintain Bash scripts for automation, build processes, and test harnesses.
• Work in a Linux development environment; use Git for version control; contribute to and participate in code reviews.
• Help design, implement, and run automated tests and diagnostic workflows to validate firmware functionality.
• Collaborate with Hardware, Firmware, and Software teams to implement features and resolve issues.
• Document code, test plans, results, and user guides; contribute to internal knowledge base.
• Learn and apply ASIC firmware development practices, debugging techniques, and safety/compliance standards.

Education and Experience Required:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Working level knowledge with C programming, Python, Bash, and Linux.
• Demonstrated problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate clearly.
• Familiarity with Git or other version control systems.

Preferred/Nice-to-Have Qualifications:

• Embedded development experience (course projects, internships, or personal projects).
• Exposure to embedded systems concepts, RTOS, device drivers, or microcontroller work.
• Basic understanding of build systems and continuous integration concepts.
• Experience with hardware peripherals (e.g., JTAG, I2C, SPI).
• Familiarity with automated testing frameworks and scripting for test automation.

Education Preference:

• Pursuing a degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering.
• Relevant coursework or projects in firmware, embedded systems, or systems programming is a plus.

What We Can Offer You:

Health & Wellbeing

We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.

Personal & Professional Development

We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have, whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.

Unconditional Inclusion

We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.