Internship Telecommunications Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

About Lynk
Lynk is the inventor of satellite direct to device or D2D technology, and has the world's only commercial license from the FCC to operate a commercial D2D system. Today, Lynk allows mobile network operators' subscribers to send and receive text messages to and from space via standard unmodified, mobile devices. Lynk's service has been tested and proven on all seven continents, has regulatory approvals in more than 30 countries and is currently being deployed commercially based on more than 40 MNO commercial service contracts covering approximately 50 countries.
Our technology will enable all 8 billion people on the planet to stay connected with the existing standard phone in their pocket. Everywhere. No matter what.
By joining Lynk, you will have the opportunity to directly touch the lives of billions. Your mission will be to bring mobile broadband to billions, pull hundreds of millions out of poverty, and save countless lives.
What You'll Do
As a Software Engineer at Lynk, you will be at the heart of designing, building, and operating the software that powers our satellites and ground network. You will join a team of world-class engineers tackling some of the most complex challenges in distributed systems, real-time software, and global-scale operations.
Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy high-reliability, mission-critical software for our satellite and ground systems.
• Take full ownership of the software lifecycle, from initial requirements and architecture to implementation, testing, and operational support.
• Embrace and champion strong object-oriented (OO) design principles.
• Develop and test prototypes to validate new design concepts and architectural decisions.
• Develop and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines for automated build, package, deployment, and testing.
• Develop sophisticated simulation, emulation, and hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) test environments to ensure system-wide integrity.
• Participate in operations, including data analysis, system monitoring, and visualization.
• Collaborate in architecture, design, and code reviews.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 2+ years of professional experience in software development.
• Strong proficiency in an object-oriented language (e.g., C++, Python, Java, C#) and a deep understanding of OO design principles.
• Experience building and debugging software (professional, internship, or complex academic projects).
• Solid foundation in data structures, algorithms, and software design.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and documentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical ideas clearly.
• A highly collaborative, team-oriented, and positive approach to your work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional experience with C++ and Python.
• Experience building or operating highly available, distributed, and fault-tolerant systems.
• Familiarity with networking concepts (like TCP/IP and UDP) and the principles of distributed systems.
• Familiarity with CI/CD, test automation, simulation, or hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) testing.
• Experience with modern monitoring, data analysis, and visualization tools.
• Experience with Linux-based development environments.
• A creative and analytical approach to problem-solving, built on strong engineering fundamentals.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where requirements can evolve.
• A passion for tackling complex problems and taking ownership from concept to completion.
• Interest in or experience with networking, wireless protocols, or telecommunications (e.g., 2G/GSM, 4G/LTE) is a plus, but not required.

Location: Chantilly, VA