Engineering Intern — Abstraction Layer for Python Instrument Library

Job Title

Engineering Intern — Abstraction Layer for Python Instrument Library

Role Summary

Internship to develop an abstraction layer that unifies multiple Python instrument drivers so the same high-level commands work across different instruments. The role sits in a lab environment and involves collaborating with Python experts and test engineers to implement, validate and update a shared Python library.

Experience Level

Entry-level / Internship. No specific years of experience stated.

Responsibilities

The intern will help define scope, implement code, and validate the solution in the lab. Key responsibilities include:

• Analyze existing instrument drivers and define required abstraction interfaces.
• Work with Python experts to define the scope and design of the abstraction layer.
• Create or update the Python library implementing the abstraction layer.
• Test and validate the library in the lab with multiple instruments; debug integration issues.
• Document design decisions, usage patterns, and test results.

Requirements

Must-have and useful skills for the role:

• Must-have: Practical experience programming in Python and familiarity with writing or using device/instrument drivers.
• Must-have: Ability to test software in a hardware lab environment and perform integration checks.
• Must-have: Good communication and ability to collaborate with engineers and domain experts.
• Nice-to-have: Prior exposure to multiple instrument APIs, test automation frameworks, or experience contributing to shared libraries.

Education Requirements

Not specified.

About the Company

Company: NXP Semiconductors

Headquarters: Nijmegen, Netherlands

NXP Semiconductors N.V. is a global semiconductor company that provides High Performance Mixed Signal and Standard Product solutions. With over 45,000 employees and operations in more than 35 countries, NXP is a leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, catering to automotive, industrial IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets. The company is committed to innovation and sustainability, advancing a smarter, safer, and more sustainable world through technology.