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Software Intern

Altera
October 23, 2026
Internship
On-site
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
$95,000 - $100,000 CAD yearly
FPGA Programming Jobs, Level - Entry or Early Career

Job Title

Software Intern

Role Summary

Contribute to the development and testing of software for programmable logic devices. Work with engineering teams on bug fixes, feature enhancements, and new product development while gaining hands-on experience in a hardware-oriented software environment.

Experience Level

Internship / Entry-level (student role). Suitable for current undergraduate or graduate students; early-career candidates with limited professional experience.

Responsibilities

Typical responsibilities for the role include:

  • Develop, test, and maintain code for software components used with programmable logic devices.
  • Fix bugs, implement feature enhancements, and support new product development.
  • Participate in code reviews and follow quality-assurance practices.
  • Use version control and debugging tools; write clear documentation for code and tests.
  • Research and evaluate technologies to improve performance and functionality.
  • Prepare and present technical findings to the team.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and abilities:

  • Strong understanding of programming fundamentals and data structures.
  • Proficiency in at least one language such as C++, Python, or Java.
  • Familiarity with development tools (version control like Git, debuggers).
  • Good problem-solving, analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Nice-to-have:

  • Prior experience with Verilog, VHDL, or FPGA development.

Education Requirements

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.


About the Company

Company: Altera

Headquarters: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Altera provides leadership programmable solutions for applications ranging from cloud to edge, unveiling limitless AI possibilities. Their extensive product portfolio includes FPGAs, CPLDs, Intellectual Property, development tools, and System on Modules aimed at accelerating innovation in various fields.

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Date Posted: 2026-10-22