Software Automation Intern (Battery Testing)

Are you passionate about fighting climate change? Do you want to work on creating a world where everyone can breathe clean air? At Breathe, we believe an electrified future is key to achieving this, which is why we are building battery technology to help brands do more with the power they have.

Our physics-based battery management software helps some of the world's largest and most iconic automotive and consumer electronics brands deliver products with faster charging, longer life and zero compromise on safety. Put simply, we make batteries better. And we want you to join us.

What you will be doing

You will join Breathe's software engineering team over the 2024 summer break to gain real-world experience designing, building, testing and maintaining software solutions.

During your internship you will design python tools and applications, develop your ability to write well-structured, production quality code, and be involved in implementing continuous integration.

You will undertake a project to automate part of our battery testing processes, to speed up the process and eliminate the source of human error.

Your responsibilities

• Working alongside the validation and testing teams to develop software testing solutions
• Developing a tool increase automation within our processes, enabling us to innovate quicker
• Injecting fresh ideas into our software development and testing

Requirements

• Currently undertaking 2nd or 3rd yea of Bachelor's/ Master's degree in a highly relevant area such as (but not limited to): Electronics or Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
• Available from 25 June 2024 for 10-12 weeks
• Unfortunately, we cannot sponsor VISAs for this role
• Experience with a programming language is essential.
• Experience with python programming is a plus, but not essential
• Eagerness to learn and develop new skills
• Kind and conscientious

Target timelines

• Application deadline: 1st March 2024
• Interviews: 1st - 15th March 2024
• Offers: 22nd March 2024
• Internship Dates: 25th June - 13th Sep 2023 (12 weeks, flexible)

Benefits

• Experience working with a small, talented and cohesive team delivering exciting products
• Deep technical insight into automotive electrification and battery management
• Mentorship and training in battery software from our team of experts across the company
• Opportunity to present a poster about your work at the end of the programme
• Salary of £478 per week
• Central London location
• Flexible working hours