About the role
About the role
We are seeking a System Software Intern for a three-month internship to support the development and optimization of Lyte’s build infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, and production automation. This is a hands-on DevOps-focused role where you will work directly with our Jenkins and GitLab pipeline infrastructure, build automation tooling, and help streamline the development and deployment workflows used by our hardware, firmware, and software teams. You will work alongside experienced engineers on real production challenges and have the opportunity to see your work directly improve engineering efficiency and velocity across the company.
What you'll do
Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines in Jenkins (Groovy-based declarative and scripted pipelines) and GitLab CI
Write and refactor Jenkins shared libraries in Groovy to standardize build, test, and release stages across projects
Build and maintain automation for software builds, regression testing, and hardware-in-the-loop test stations using Python and Bash
Manage and improve build/test infrastructure: Jenkins agents, Docker-based build environments, artifact management, and pipeline reliability
Help migrate and consolidate pipelines between Jenkins and GitLab CI, improving speed, caching, and maintainability
Develop monitoring, logging, and pipeline-health dashboards to improve visibility into build and test infrastructure
Troubleshoot build failures, flaky tests, and environment issues across embedded (PetaLinux/FPGA) and application software targets
Document pipeline architecture, deployment procedures, and operational best practices
Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and software teams in a fast-paced, distributed environment
Required Qualifications
Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
Proficiency in Python and/or Bash scripting
Working knowledge of Linux/Unix environments and command-line tools
Familiarity with Git and standard version-control workflows (branching, merge requests, code review)
Basic understanding of CI/CD concepts (build, test, artifact, deploy stages)
Hands-on exposure to Jenkins (pipelines, Groovy, shared libraries) and/or GitLab CI/CD
Experience with Groovy or willingness to learn it for Jenkins pipeline development
Strong problem-solving skills, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to pick up new tools quickly
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Docker containers for reproducible build/test environments
Exposure to embedded Linux (Yocto/PetaLinux) or cross-compilation toolchains
Knowledge of monitoring/observability stacks (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK)
Personal, open-source, or coursework projects involving automation or infrastructure
Benefits
(subject to location and local regulations)
Competitive salary and equity
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) retirement plan
Flexible vacation and time-off policy
Collaborative, fast-paced, and inclusive work environment
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies with a highly cross-functional team
About Lyte Lyte builds perception systems for Physical AI operating in complex environments. The company combines custom silicon, integrated sensors, and software into a unified platform for robotics, mobility, and next-generation automation. Lyte is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with a global presence. For more information, visit www.lyte.ai If you’re excited about building impactful technology in a dynamic, hands-on environment, we’d love to hear from you!