Software Engineering Intern - Test Engineering

Amperesand • Reno, NV

18h • $50 • Onsite

About The Position

Amperesand is disrupting industrial power with the first commercialized Solid State Transformer systems. Solid State Transformers systems are much more than a transformer replacement, enabling numerous advanced features to unlock solutions for data centers, EV charging, renewables, microgrids, and industrial installations. We are looking for mission driven team members passionate about making amazing products for worldwide electrification at maximum acceleration. Amperesand is building a global company and looking for talent across our geographies.
Internship duration: Summer 2026 (with potential extension)
Role Summary
At Amperesand, you will help design and develop software that powers automated test systems used in our labs and manufacturing lines. You will work closely with engineers across hardware, firmware, and validation teams, gaining hands-on experience in Medium Voltage (MV) labs and learning how real power electronics products are tested at scale. This role is ideal for students who write clean, reliable code, think from first principles, communicate well, and love solving challenging technical problems.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong fundamentals in programming using a system-level language (e.g., C, C++, Go, Rust).
• Exposure to software that interfaces with hardware (microcontrollers like Arduino, STM32, or similar).
• Familiarity with version control tools such as Git.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, eagerness to learn, and willingness to ask “why” to understand systems deeply.
• Effective communication and time-management skills; proactive in seeking clarity and driving tasks to completion.

Nice To Haves

• Basic understanding of electrical theory (Ohm’s law, AC/DC circuits, etc.).
• Familiarity with lab instruments (oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies).
• Exposure to hardware communication protocols (CAN, SPI, I²C, etc.).
• Experience with scripting or automation frameworks (Python, Bash, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Develop automated test software used to validate MV power electronics and related subsystems.
• Deploy, maintain, and improve test software in lab and manufacturing environments.
• Write clear, maintainable, and well-structured code while learning company-wide coding standards.
• Contribute to code reviews and discussions to ensure quality and consistency.
• Help improve existing automation tools to reduce test time and improve data accuracy and reliability.
• Participate in test hardware bring-up, system debugging, and software optimization.
• Create concise documentation for software tools, deployment steps, and test workflows to ensure smooth handoffs across teams and sites.
• Approach problems using first principles and a curiosity-driven mindset - ask questions, dive deep, and learn fast.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary + Incentive Stock Options
• Medical, vision, and dental benefits for employees and their dependents, effective from the start of hire
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employees receive paid time off (PTO), paid sick days, and paid company holidays so they can rest, recharge, and take care of their health and personal needs.
• Commuter Benefits
• 6-12 weeks 100% paid parental leave
• Singapore-based employees receive benefits in accordance with local government provisions.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern