C++ Software Engineering Intern

*This is a paid internship

Role Summary:

We’re looking for a C++ Software Engineering Intern for the summer of 2025 who is interested in working on challenging problems in our forward-looking mobility, vehicle, and sensing projects. We develop software for distributed systems; monitoring and control applications; embedded and real-time systems; media handling and sensor processing; and user interfaces, middleware, and backends. Working within a team of experienced engineers, you’ll be directly involved in the design, implementation, testing, and documentation of software systems that solve complex problems related to advanced vehicle features and supporting tools.

Location:

We are located in Saline, Michigan. This position is in-person to encourage a culture of collaboration and mentorship.

What You’ll Do:

 

• Develop, deploy, and support software over a range of advanced vehicle, robotics, and R&D applications
• Contribute to multiple stages of the software development lifecycle and cultivate skills aligned with software development best practices
• Tackle the challenges of learning, integrating, and leveraging a range of software tools and technologies, including in-house libraries
• Participate in design and code reviews, release management, and documentation development
• Develop unit and system-level test plans, automate testing, and support issue tracking

What You’ll Bring:

 

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s program in computer science, computer engineering, or a related discipline
• Solid C++ programming skills, and a readiness to acquire new skills in other programming languages
• Prowess working with Linux and Windows platforms
• Experience in networking and socket programming
• Understanding of when you need help/feedback and a respect for the importance of peer critique and iterative design during development
• Enthusiasm for jumping into new tools/technologies and applying your skills broadly to a variety of projects and types of software development

Bonus Points For:

 

• Conceptual understanding of concurrency and an interest in growing practical experience in the topic
• Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills
• Familiarity with source control and other aspects of developing software as a team
• Hobby, school, or professional experience in any of the following areas:
  • Data structures and algorithms
  • Relational databases such as MySQL
  • User interfaces
  • Data analysis and visualization
  • Digital signal processing

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you are excited about this role and think you can bring value to Quantum Signal AI, we encourage you to apply!

What You’ll Get:

 

• Frequent collaboration with a diverse set of teams at QSAI
• A rare level of work variety and hands-on experience
• A relaxed, fun community and environment in which to solve interesting problems
• Opportunity to participate in a 401(k) savings plan
• Ford AXZ-Plan vehicle discounts
• Other perks to fuel creativity such as an on-site gymnasium, free drinks and snacks, and a variety of optional team activities

Candidates for positions with Quantum Signal AI must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. 

About QSAI:

Founded in 1999, Quantum Signal grew up developing intelligent algorithms and AI. As our engineering R&D services expanded, we later sharpened our focus on applications and technology related to mobility, sensing, perception, autonomy, and simulation. In 2019 we became Quantum Signal AI, a subsidiary of Ford Motor developing technologies to advance their R&D efforts. We build solutions to enhance the capability, robustness, safety, and acceptance of intelligent ground vehicles in an effort to make transportation more effective and efficient for all.

Our HQ in the historic Union School in Saline, MI is the perfect playground to develop this cutting-edge technology and we’re always looking for smart folks who like new challenges, learning new skills, and technical variety.