At Revel, we are revolutionizing the way the world’s most critical hardware is controlled—across aerospace, automotive, energy, and manufacturing sectors. Our next-generation software stack combines an intuitive command/control interface, a specialized programming language tailored for hardware control, and a high-performance runtime environment. We empower engineers to build, test, and deploy critical systems rapidly, reliably, and safely.
As a Software Engineering – Test Intern at Revel, you’ll help build the infrastructure that allows us to continuously test software against real and simulated hardware.
You’ll work at the intersection of software engineering, hardware, and infrastructure, helping build and maintain Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) test systems and the automation that powers them. You’ll write Python, work with CI/CD systems, interact with test equipment and hardware, and help make our testing faster, more reliable, and more scalable.
This is a hands-on internship for students who enjoy figuring out how systems work, automating repetitive processes, and solving problems that span software and hardware. You’ll work closely with experienced engineers and gain exposure to the infrastructure behind software used to control mission-critical hardware.
Build and maintain Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing systems
Write Python scripts and automation to improve software testing and development workflows
Help integrate test equipment, instrumentation, and hardware into automated test environments
Contribute to continuous integration (CI) and testing infrastructure
Help diagnose and troubleshoot failures across software, hardware, and test infrastructure
Improve the reliability, speed, and scalability of automated testing
Develop tools and processes that make it easier for engineers to test software against real-world hardware
Contribute to documentation and best practices around testing and automation
Collaborate with software, embedded, and hardware engineers to improve test coverage and reliability
Learn how software, infrastructure, and physical hardware come together in a production engineering environment
Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field
Rising Junior or Senior graduating in 2027 or 2028
Experience with Python or another programming language through coursework, personal projects, research, or previous internships
Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
Interest in software testing, automation, infrastructure, or hardware-software integration
Basic understanding of software development workflows and version control
Curious about how software interacts with real hardware and physical systems
Comfortable learning new tools, technologies, and systems
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Curious, self-directed, and excited to learn from experienced engineers
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, technically challenging environment
US citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee (ITAR requirement)
Experience with Linux or command-line tools
Familiarity with CI/CD systems or automated testing frameworks
Experience with GitHub Actions, Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar tools
Experience with data acquisition systems, instrumentation, or test equipment
Experience with microcontrollers, embedded systems, robotics, or hardware projects
Exposure to Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL), Software-in-the-Loop (SIL), or simulation environments
Experience with Docker, virtual machines, or server infrastructure
Familiarity with networking and debugging communication between systems
Experience with Rust, C, or C++
Interest in aerospace, automotive, robotics, autonomous systems, or industrial automation
Test software against real hardware — work on the infrastructure that connects software to the physical world
Build automation that matters — create tools that engineers rely on every day
Work across software and hardware — gain experience spanning applications, infrastructure, embedded systems, and physical test environments
Learn from exceptional engineers — work closely with experienced software, embedded, and test engineers
Solve challenging problems — debug failures that can span multiple layers of a complex system
Grow quickly — work in a small, ambitious team where your contributions are visible and your learning curve is steep
Program: Summer 2027 Internship
Duration: June - August 2027
Type: Summer, paid internship
Location: Los Angeles or San Francisco
Work environment: On-site
Travel: Occasional travel to customer sites may be required
Join us to redefine what’s possible in software for hardware.
ITAR Requirements
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
Skills Required
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field
- Rising Junior or Senior graduating in 2027 or 2028
- Experience with Python or another programming language through coursework, personal projects, research, or previous internships
- Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
- Interest in software testing, automation, infrastructure, or hardware-software integration
- Basic understanding of software development workflows and version control
- Curiosity about how software interacts with real hardware and physical systems
- Comfort learning new tools, technologies, and systems
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Curious, self-directed, and excited to learn from experienced engineers
- Comfort working in a fast-paced, technically challenging environment
- U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, asylee, or eligible to obtain required ITAR authorizations
What the Team is Saying
Revel Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are prominently included across company materials and echoed in third‑party listings. This breadth indicates a solid health benefits foundation for full‑time employees.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity for all full‑time employees is explicitly stated as part of the standard package. For a startup, broad‑based equity increases access to ownership and potential upside.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Unlimited PTO is explicitly advertised and appears consistently in company and job‑board summaries. Some profiles also mention paid holidays or sick days, pointing to wide time‑off availability.
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What We Do
At Revel, we are revolutionizing the way the world’s most critical hardware is controlled—across aerospace, automotive, energy, and manufacturing sectors. Our next-generation software stack combines an intuitive command/control interface, a specialized programming language tailored for hardware control, and a high-performance runtime environment. We empower engineers to build, test, and deploy critical systems rapidly, reliably, and safely.
Why Work With Us
"The team here is on another level." — Alex Mikulin (Founding Engineer, Former SpaceX) "As an FDE at Revel, I get to see the future first. We're building the software that sits at the foundation of how the most ambitious hardware teams are going to succeed." — Seth Daly (Forward Deployed Test Engineer, Former Anduril)
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