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Neuralink · 5 months ago

Software Engineer Intern, Implant

positionAustin, Texas, United States
timeInternship
remoteOnsite
seniorityIntern
money$35/hr - $35/hr

Neuralink is creating devices that enable a bi-directional interface with the brain, aiming to restore movement and sight. They are seeking a Software Engineer Intern to join the Brain Interfaces Software Team, responsible for developing and maintaining software solutions related to brain interfaces and implant systems.

BiotechnologyMedicalNeuroscienceRobotics
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Growth Opportunities
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H1B Sponsor Likelynote

Responsibilities

Developing and improving Neuralink’s Implant and Charger SDK
Maintaining Neuralink’s brain interface software and firmware build tooling
Developing and improving Neuralink’s Implant manufacturing line acceptance software
Maintaining Neuralink's Implant design control verification testing software
Developing and improving Neuralink’s Implant recorder system
Developing and improving Neuralink’s Implant monitoring system

Qualification

PythonCRustLinux/UnixEngineering principlesProblem-solvingGoal-orientedAdaptability

Required

Fluent in Python and C or Rust (don't get hung up on this—being an exceptional software engineer matters above all)
Experience (and comfortable) with the Linux/Unix systems and command line
Evidence of exceptional ability in engineering, mathematics, or computer science
Strong understanding of engineering first principles
Strong intuition for what matters in a production system (vs. research-grade)

Preferred

Prior experience developing software for safety-critical systems

Benefits

Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan
Paid holidays
Commuter benefits
Meals provided
Equity (RSUs) *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
401(k) plan *Interns initially excluded until they work 1,000 hours
Parental leave *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
Flexible time off *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded

Company

Neuralink

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Neuralink is a neurotechnology company that focuses on developing brain-computer interfaces designed to treat neurological disorders.
dateFounded in 2016
location
Fremont, California, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
https://www.neuralink.com

H1B Sponsorship

Neuralink has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (11)
2024 (14)
2023 (7)
2022 (5)
2021 (7)
2020 (6)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$1.34B
Key Investors
CoreNest CapitalFounders FundVy Capital
2025-07-07Series Unknown
2025-06-17Secondary Market
2025-06-01Series E

Leadership Team

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Dongjin Seo
Co-Founder, President & COO
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Shivon Zilis
Director of Operations and Special Projects
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