Validation Engineering Intern [Winter 2027]

Figure AI
San Jose, CA
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have experience in hardware and software validation for robotics systems and are pursuing a graduate degree in Electrical Engineering.

Best fit for

  • Graduate students or recent graduates with a focus on electrical engineering and a strong interest in robotics validation.
    — “for students in their final year of an undergraduate or master’s program”
  • Candidates with hands-on experience in embedded systems and firmware development.
    — “Experience with firmware development in C”

Things to consider

  • The internship requires a minimum of 12 weeks, with 1 to 2 terms being preferred.
    — “Minimum 12-week internship, 1 to 2 terms preferred”
  • This role may involve collaboration with cross-functional teams, which could require flexibility and adaptability.
    — “Debug and resolve software regressions and hardware issues in collaboration with cross-functional teams”

How to stand out

  • Highlight your ability to design and implement validation systems for complex robotics platforms.
    — “Architect hardware and software solutions for validating humanoid subsystems”
  • Emphasize your experience with Python automation in testing or similar domains.
    — “Write Python scripts to automate validation and regression testing”
  • Showcase your familiarity with version control and embedded systems in your resume.
    — “Experience with Git and version control workflows”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • architecting validation solutions
  • writing Python scripts
  • contributing to CI/CD pipeline
Typical background
embedded systemshardware validationPython

Skills & requirements

Required

PythonGitEmbedded SystemsHardware Validation

Preferred

Firmware DevelopmentPCB DesignMicrocontrollers

Stack & domain

PythonGitCMicrocontrollersEmbedded SystemsHardwareSoftwareRobotics

About the role

Original posting from Figure AI via Greenhouse

Figure is an AI robotics company developing autonomous general-purpose humanoid robots. The goal of the company is to ship humanoid robots with human level intelligence. Its robots are engineered to perform a variety of tasks in the home and commercial markets. Figure is headquartered in San Jose, CA.

We are looking for a Validation Engineering Intern for Winter 2027 to support the design, automation, and execution of system-level validation across our humanoid platform. This internship is designed for students in their final year of an undergraduate or master’s program, as well as recent graduates who are on track to complete their degree by the end of 2026, or the following year.

Responsibilities:

Architect hardware and software solutions for validating humanoid subsystems (actuators, batteries, cameras, sensors).

Write Python scripts to automate validation and regression testing.

Contribute to the development of a CI/CD pipeline for hardware/firmware/software integration.

Debug and resolve software regressions and hardware issues in collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Requirements:

Graduate student or recent graduate in Electrical Engineering or related field.

Minimum 12-week internship, 1 to 2 terms preferred.

Strong fundamentals in electrical engineering.

Proficiency with Python or a similar programming language.

Experience with Git and version control workflows.

Familiarity with microcontrollers and embedded systems.

Bonus Qualifications:

Experience with firmware development in C.

Exposure to PCB design and troubleshooting.

Hands-on work with sensors, motors, or electromechanical systems.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $40 - $45/hr. 

The pay offered for this position may vary based on several individual factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package may also include additional components/benefits depending on the specific role. This information will be shared if an employment offer is extended.

Source: Figure AI careers (Greenhouse)

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