Software Engineering Intern

Job Description

About Atomic Semi

Atomic Semi is building a small, fast semiconductor fab. We believe this is achievable with today’s technology and a few strategic simplifications. Our approach involves building the tools ourselves to enable rapid iteration and continuous improvement.

We are assembling a small team of exceptional, hands-on engineers covering mechanical, electrical, hardware, computer, and process disciplines. Our ambition is to own the entire stack, from atoms to architecture. We are an optimistic team dedicated to pushing the limits of technology.

Our core principles are: Smaller is better. Faster is better. Building it ourselves is better.

We empower our team and equip our lab to build anything necessary. Our facilities include 3D printers, a wide array of microscopes, e-beam writers, general fabrication equipment, and the philosophy that anything missing, we’ll invent along the way.

Atomic Semi was founded by Sam Zeloof, renowned for making chips in his garage, and Jim Keller, a leader in the semiconductor industry for the past 40 years.

About The Role

We are seeking Software Engineering Interns for the upcoming summer term. The internship is scheduled to begin in May or June, with a preference for a 4 to 8-month commitment. As an intern, you will be an integral part of an engineering team dedicated to building cutting-edge semiconductor fabrication equipment, exposing you to highly interesting and complex engineering problems.

Our lean structure allows interns to take on significant ownership and contribute to mission-critical work. You will be given substantial autonomy on highly interdisciplinary projects, including bringing up high-performance tools with demanding requirements in areas such as structures, optics, liquids, heat transfer, physics, and chemistry. You will be an ideal fit if you have experience with end-to-end system bring-up.

A portfolio is generally required to apply, showcasing the projects you’ve built and providing evidence of software engineering excellence.

Responsibilities

• Develop real-time Linux applications and microcontroller firmware in Rust for controlling semiconductor fabrication equipment.
• Develop backend systems for capturing and analyzing semiconductor process data.

Required Experience

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a similar field.
• Proficiency in Python, C, and C++.
• Strong low-level systems programming experience and a solid understanding of embedded systems and operating system concepts (Linux/RTOS).
• Microcontroller programming experience, with knowledge of microcontroller peripherals such as ADC, GPIO, PWM, SPI, and I2C.

Nice-to-have

• Familiarity with electronics and feedback control systems.
• Proficiency in Rust.

Working at Atomic Semi

We are an early-stage hardware startup backed by solid funding and supported by world-class advisors. Our lab and office are located in San Francisco, CA. Atomic Semi is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.

Software Interns are paid an hourly rate equivalent to an annualized range of $110,000 – $132,000, depending on experience and education level. This range assumes a 40-hour workweek and includes up to 10 hours of pre-approved weekly overtime, paid at 1.5x the base hourly rate. Actual earnings will vary depending on internship length and hours worked.

Internship Benefits:

• Housing Stipend to help with first-month expenses.
• Lunches daily, Dinners 3x per week, Stocked Office Kitchen with Snacks and Spindrifts.
• Weekly Learning & Development opportunities.
• Commuter Benefits including Parking and Late Night Uber rides from the office.
• Paid Time Off inclusive of Holidays and Sick Time.
• Visa Sponsorship.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Life and Disability Insurance.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected statuses.

Export Control Analysis: This position involves access to technology that is subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant’s capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls.

Compensation Range: $110K – $132K