Dolby Laboratories is a leader in entertainment innovation, inviting students to join their impactful internship program. The Software Development Engineer Intern will contribute to developing and testing imaging and video-processing technologies, collaborating closely with experienced engineers to enhance entertainment experiences worldwide.
Responsibilities
Contribute to the design and development of the Dolby Vision device SDK for a range of home entertainment platforms (TVs, STBs, AVRs)
Build and refine software tools that support imaging and video‑processing workflows for internal teams and external partners
Develop and extend test automation frameworks to validate SDK functionality and ensure reliable video‑processing performance
Implement and improve low‑level software modules in Embedded C and C++, with emphasis on efficiency and smooth hardware‑software interaction
Use Python to build internal tools, automate engineering tasks, and enhance development efficiency
Collaborate with senior engineers to integrate new imaging features and contribute to architectural discussions
Explore opportunities to use AI‑ and LLM‑based techniques to support code development, log analysis, and automated testing
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled in a degree program in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, with interest in imaging, video, or signal processing
A portfolio of academic, personal, open-source, or professional projects that demonstrates your development experience
Ability to learn new concepts effectively and apply them to real-world software challenges
Experience with C and C++ fundamentals, including system-level programming, memory management, and data structures
Experience using Python for automation, tool development, or data processing is helpful
Familiarity with embedded systems or hardware-software interaction is a plus
Familiarity with AI coding assistants or LLM-based engineering workflows is a plus
Working towards a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field; recent grads who are within 6 months of graduation are also eligible to apply
Must be available to work full-time Monday – Friday for 6 months between September 2026- March 2027
Preferred
Benefits
Excellent compensation and benefits
A Flex Work approach that is truly flexible to support where, when, and how you do your best work
Dolby creates surround sound, imaging, and voice technologies for cinemas, home theaters, PCs, mobile devices, games, and more.
