Dolby Laboratories

Software Development Engineer Intern

Dolby Laboratories$104K — $114K *
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a Computer Science or Electrical Engineering degree program or similar, with a focus on imaging and video processing.
  • Portfolio showcasing development experience through academic, personal, or professional projects.
  • Strong aptitude for learning new concepts and applying them to software development.
  • Proficiency in C and C++ programming fundamentals, including system-level programming.
  • Experience with Python for automation or tool development is advantageous.
  • Familiarity with embedded systems or hardware-software interaction is beneficial.
  • Understanding of AI coding assistants or LLM-based workflows is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to designing and developing the Dolby Vision device SDK for various home entertainment platforms.
  • Build and refine software tools for imaging and video-processing workflows for teams and partners.
  • Develop and enhance test automation frameworks to validate SDK functionality and performance.
  • Implement and optimize low-level software modules in Embedded C and C++ for efficient hardware-software interaction.
  • Use Python to create internal tools and automate engineering tasks to boost development efficiency.
  • Collaborate with senior engineers to integrate new imaging features and partake in architectural discussions.
  • Investigate AI- and LLM-based methods for improving code development and testing.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in home entertainment with industry leaders.
  • Hands-on experience in software development and test automation frameworks.
  • Collaboration with senior engineers and exposure to architectural decision-making.
  • Potential for networking and mentorship within a leading tech company.
  • Encouragement for sharing coursework and project experience for applicants new to the field.
Full Job Description
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.


Qualifications

  • 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.


  • We understand that applying to internships can feel overwhelming-especially for candidates new to the field or without prior industry experience. We encourage you to share relevant coursework, projects, volunteer work, and extracurricular experiences.


Eligibility:

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.

Start dates for the internship are as follows: (*note* this date is not flexible)

  • September 21, 2026


The San Francisco/Bay Area base hourly range for this internship position is $50-55/hr and can vary if outside of this location. Our hourly ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific hourly range and perks and benefits for your location during the hiring process.

Interested in finding your next role at Dolby? More information and guided steps on this process, including building your career profile and interests, can be found in our Internal Mobility article on PeopleCare portal.

You can also reach out directly to the recruiter listed on the job posting or PeopleCare if you have any questions on the process.

About Dolby Laboratories

Dolby Laboratories, Inc. creates audio and imaging technologies that transform entertainment and communications at the cinema, at home, at work, and on mobile devices. The company develops and licenses its audio technologies, such as AAC & HE-AAC, a digital audio codec solution used for TVs, set-top boxes (STBs), personal computers (PCs), gaming consoles, mobile devices, and digital radio; AVC, a digital video codec with high bandwidth efficiency used in media devices; Dolby AC-4, an audio coding technology that delivers new audio experiences to a range of playback devices; and Dolby Atmos technology for home theaters, cinemas, device speakers, mobile devices, and headphones. Its audio technologies also comprise Dolby Digital, a digital audio coding technology that provides multichannel sound in the home; Dolby Digital Plus, a digital audio coding technology that delivers audio quality for streaming, downloaded, and broadcast content; Dolby TrueHD, a digital audio coding technology for content providers; Dolby Vision, an imaging technology for cinema, digital TV, and other consumer devices; and HEVC, a digital video codec with high bandwidth efficiency to support delivery of Ultra HD and other video content. In addition, the company designs and manufactures audio and imaging products, such as digital cinema servers, Dolby Cinema audio products, and other products for the film production, cinema, television broadcast, and entertainment industries. Further, it offers services to support theatrical and television production for cinema exhibition, broadcast, and home entertainment. The company serves film studios, content creators, post-production facilities, cinema operators, broadcasters, and video game designers. Dolby Laboratories, Inc. was founded in 1965 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Learn more about Dolby Laboratories
Size
2,368 employees
Market Cap
$6.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$317.8 million
Founded
1965
5 Year Trend
+3%
Revenue
$1.2 billion
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