Software Engineering Intern

About the Role

Leica Biosystems, a Danaher operating company, is seeking a Software Engineering Intern. This on-site position is part of the Digital Pathology Business Unit located in Vista, CA. The intern will have the opportunity to learn from Senior Software Engineers and Software Technical Leads, applying computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis concepts to software development for target applications. The mission of Leica Biosystems is "Advancing Cancer Diagnostics, Improving Lives".

Key Responsibilities

• Support and participate in all phases of the software development life cycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, integration, and test of embedded software for real-time control of advanced tactical radio equipment.
• Develop software test procedures, software programs, and related documentation.
• Utilize modeling tools and equipment to establish operating data, conduct experimental tests, and evaluate results.
• Utilize a variety of software languages (i.e., C++, C#, C, Java, Ruby, HTML5, XML, SQL, Perl, Python, Ajax, Qt) on Windows, Linux, mobile platforms, and embedded real-time operating systems (VxWorks, Linux, QNX, Integrity, Windows CE, and others for Motorola, Intel, TI, and custom processor designs).
• Work closely with cross-functional members of the engineering organization to develop and evaluate interfaces between hardware and software, and operational performance requirements and design of the overall system.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
• Exposure to some of the following: C++, C#, C, Java, Ruby, JEE, HTML5, XML, SQL, Qt, Windows, .NET, Unix, Linux, SOA, RTOS, Real-Time Controls, Wireless, Software Security, Robotics, OOA/OOD, Hadoop, Android, Embedded Systems.

Previous experience in the following would be a plus:

• Understanding of agile methodologies and principles, preferably SCRUM/Kanban.

Compensation

The hourly range for this role is $25 - $35.