Senior Embedded Software Engineer (C/C++)

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Mountain View, United States of America

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C Embedded

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Automotive Industry

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28/04/2026

Req. VR-122588

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Project description

We are seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer with strong experience in QNX and/or Android device driver development, board bring-up, and low-level hardware integration on Automotive IVI and Connectivity ECUs. This role focuses on platform enablement, driver development for multimedia/connectivity subsystems, complex HW/SW debug, and production-readiness support through DV and end-of-line phases.

Responsibilities
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Platform Bring-Up & Device Driver Development

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Lead board bring-up activities on Qualcomm SoC-based IVI / connectivity platforms

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Develop and debug kernel/device drivers and BSP components (QNX or Android/Linux)

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Enable core subsystems (boot chain, clocks/resets, storage, power sequencing) needed for platform readiness

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Collaborate with HW teams on schematic/DT review and interface validation

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Hardware-Software Integration & Debugging

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Debug complex HW/SW interaction issues across drivers, firmware, and peripherals

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Perform root-cause analysis using tracing/logging and lab instrumentation; drive issues to closure

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Partner with suppliers and cross-functional teams to resolve platform defects and unblock integration

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Cross-ECU Coordination & Platform Services

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Support integration topics spanning IVI ECU and connectivity/MCU components (e.g., power and wake coordination)

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Define and document low-level interfaces, assumptions, and bring-up checklists to improve repeatability

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Production Readiness & Validation Support

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Support DV/PV and manufacturing readiness (flashing, diagnostics hooks, stability fixes, performance tuning)

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Improve observability and robustness (error handling, watchdogs, recovery paths) for production deployments

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Provide on-site/remote support during critical integration builds and validation events as needed

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Technical Leadership & Best Practices

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Mentor engineers and contribute to design/code reviews with an emphasis on quality and maintainability

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Drive best practices for driver architecture, testing strategies, and documentation

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Continuously improve bring-up workflows, tooling, and automation where applicable

Skills

Must have

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10+ years of embedded software development experience

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Strong experience in QNX (7.1/8.0) or Android BSP / Linux kernel development

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Hands-on experience with Qualcomm automotive SoCs (e.g., SA8155P, SA8255P, or similar)

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Experience developing and debugging kernel drivers and/or HAL layers (C/C++)

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Board bring-up experience including bootloaders, device trees, and low-level initialization

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Deep understanding of interrupts, DMA, memory mapping, clocks/resets, and power management

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Strong hardware debug skills using logs, tracing, and lab tools (e.g., JTAG)

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Other skills:

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Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills for complex embedded systems

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Clear written and verbal communication; able to align across hardware, software, and validation teams

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Collaborative mindset; effective in cross-functional and cross-company environments

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Ownership-driven execution with a high bar for code quality, documentation, and reviews

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Ability to mentor engineers and establish best practices for bring-up and debugging

Nice to have

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Experience in automotive IVI / digital cockpit systems

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Experience with multimedia subsystems (audio, display, camera) and/or connectivity (USB, Ethernet, BT/Wi‑Fi)

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Experience supporting DV, PV, and EOL / manufacturing phases

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Familiarity with NXP S32K microcontrollers and cross-ECU power coordination

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Experience with FreeRTOS or microcontrollers

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Safety awareness: familiarity with ISO 26262 concepts

Other
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Languages

English: C1 Advanced

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Seniority

Senior

Mountain View, United States of America

Req. VR-122588

C Embedded

Automotive Industry

28/04/2026

Req. VR-122588

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