Robotics Software Engineer - Intern

San Jose, California, United StatesOnsiteFull TimeJunior / Entry-level$20–$30 /hrPosted 2 months agoVisa sponsorship available

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Role summary

Bonsai Robotics is seeking a Robotics Software Intern to contribute to cutting-edge autonomous systems in agriculture. The intern will work on short-term projects (3-6 months) involving the development of robotic vehicle applications, sensor data tools, and software components for robotic platforms. Collaboration with Robotics, Vision, and Cloud teams is expected. Key qualifications include pursuing a degree in Computer Science or Robotics, experience with robotics or autonomous systems, and proficiency in C++ or Python. Familiarity with ROS2 and sensor modalities like Camera, GPS, and Lidar are considered a plus.

About Bonsai Robotics

Bonsai Robotics' mission is to create the next leap forward in agriculture equipment efficiency by creating a new ecosystem of semi-autonomous robotic machinery. Orchards are dusty, hazard-filled, and GPS-denied. The GPS-based autosteer features that have driven row crop efficiencies cannot function in orchards. Our vision, AI, and machine control systems offer human-level environment understanding and local navigation capabilities and will be the platform for a new wave of innovation in agricultural production and management systems.Our state-of-the-art technology empowers orchard managers to optimize their operations, dramatically reduce operational expenses, and increase profitability.

#### Job Overview

Bonsai Robotics is looking for a Robotics Software Intern to join our team working on cutting-edge autonomous systems in agriculture. The ideal candidate is hands-on, technically curious, and excited to help deploy real-world robotics solutions in challenging environments.

#### What You'll Work On

You’ll contribute to short-term (3–6 month) projects suited to your experience level. Possible areas include:

Developing a complete, high-performance robotic vehicle application
Building tools for sensor data collection and analysis
Creating on- and off-board software components for robotic platforms
Collaborating across Robotics, Vision, and Cloud teams to integrate systems with clean, consistent interfaces

#### Key Qualifications

Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Robotics, or a related field
Experience with robotics or autonomous systems (via internships, clubs, personal projects, etc.)
Proficient in C++ or Python
Solid problem-solving and debugging skills
Effective communicator with a collaborative mindset
Familiarity with ROS2 is a plus

#### Bonus points for experience with

Data collection for AV systems
Working with different sensor modalities (Camera, GPS, Lidar etc.)

Bonsai Robotics is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other legally protected status.

The pay range for this role is:
20 - 30 USD per hour(San Jose, CA)

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