About the Role
We are seeking a talented and motivated intern with a background in Electrical Engineering and an interest in IC design. This multifaceted role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of hardware and software, contributing to both circuit design and software development for our internal platform.
Key Responsibilities
- Utilize industry-standard tools like Xschem and Xyce to build feature circuits and run verification simulations.
- Transition to software development, recreating circuits in the PRIME* platform.
- Identify, report, and assist in fixing issues within the PRIME* platform.
- Contribute to backend applications supporting PRIME*.
- Document the engineering verification process.
- Write and implement integration tests.
- Collaborate closely with both software and hardware teams.
Required Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- Strong interest in IC design and software development.
- Familiarity with circuit design and simulation concepts.
- Basic programming skills, particularly in Python.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Xschem and Xyce or similar tools.
- Familiarity with backend software development.
- Knowledge of testing and verification processes in software development.
- Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
What We Offer
- Hands-on experience in both hardware and software development.
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in IC design and simulation.
- Exposure to the full lifecycle of product development, from circuit design to software implementation.
- Mentorship from experienced professionals in both electrical engineering and software development.
- An empowered work environment where you are encouraged to take a leading role in the team’s work reshaping industry paradigms.
- Work with highly ambitious, skilled, and experienced colleagues with strong track-records across satellite and semiconductor technology combined with skilled commercial capabilities.
- Join a growing startup with funding secured from private venture capital and public bodies like the European Space Agency.
- A unique opportunity to change the way satellite systems are designed and built.
Practicalities
- Full-time position.
- Excellent location based in Rotterdam. Metrostation Delfshaven is a 2-minute walk to the office.
- Hybrid working environment, minimum 3 days/week onsite to build strong team dynamic, focused work from home possible other days.
- We have 8 nationalities within our team and 1/3 is female.
- Reporting to CEO and/or Head of software engineering.
Studies have shown that women and other marginalized groups apply to jobs only when they meet 100% of the qualifications. However, at SPHERICAL, we're dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive workplace and encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement.
Benefits Extracted with AI
- Hands-on experience in both hardware and software development
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in IC design and simulation
- Exposure to the full lifecycle of product development
- Mentorship from experienced professionals
- Empowered work environment
- Growth trajectory in a startup
- Hybrid working environment
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