Embedded Software Engineer

Workplace: On-Site, 5 days per week
Location: Newark, CA
Salary: $105-115k

We are seeking an Embedded Software Engineer II with hands-on experience in AUTOSAR platform development to support the design and development of powertrain electronic control units (ECUs) for next-generation electric vehicles. In this role, you will contribute to the development of highly reliable and safety-critical embedded software, supporting products from concept through production.
The ideal candidate will have strong experience in C/C++ embedded software development, AUTOSAR architecture and configuration, debugging, integration, and validation of embedded systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop embedded platform software for powertrain electronic control units from concept through production.
• Design and implement software based on AUTOSAR architecture and standards.
• Support integration, debugging, and validation of embedded software features.
• Perform software troubleshooting across hardware and software interfaces.
• Participate in design reviews and code reviews to improve software quality and performance.
• Optimize platform software for reliability, scalability, and maintainability.
• Execute design verification and product validation testing activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams throughout the development lifecycle.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 2+ years of professional experience in embedded software development.
• Strong programming experience in C and C++.
• Experience developing and delivering AUTOSAR-compliant software.
• Solid understanding of AUTOSAR architecture, stack components, and configuration tools.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and component datasheets.
• Experience using on-chip debugging tools.
• Experience troubleshooting embedded software and hardware issues.
• Hands-on experience with board bring-up activities.
• Experience with scripting and test automation tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing software for automotive ECUs.
• Knowledge of powertrain systems and vehicle electronics.
• Familiarity with software integration, validation, and production release processes within automotive environments.

Salary Range

• $105,000 - 115,000
• The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience

Compliance Notice: Alten USA is a federal contractor subject to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Executive Order 11246. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Drug Screening Requirement: As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug-free workplace. All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.