Cariad, Inc.
Tech / AI / Software
SrStaffEngineer,Embedded
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“Sr Staff Engineer, Embedded at Cariad, Inc.. Skills: Embedded System Development, device drivers, BSP, low-level firmware, System Integration, QNX. Architect, develop, test, release and maintain embedded device drivers for CARIAD automotive platforms. Identify bottlenecks and optimize system performance through tuning priorities, code complexity reduction, and system-level optimizations”
What You'll Achieve.
delivering high-performance, reliable, and scalable software that forms the backbone of embedded system solutions.; design, implement, test, root cause issues and debug the BSP for Cariad infotainment platform.; help lead the design and development of BSP software, including bootloaders, device drivers, and low-level firmware, plus analyze system performance metrics and implement improvements to meet stringent real-time and embedded system requirements.; ensure cohesive product development and to define system requirements to ensure software compatibility with new hardware designs.; ensure seamless integration between software and hardware components; ensure software quality and reliability; ensure the software complies with automotive industry standards and regulations (e. g. , ISO 26262)
Industry & Context.
Analytical and debugging skills.; Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.; Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex system-level issues.
Experience and ability to work in a very past pace environment., Calls, (virtual) meetings & workshops (overlapping with German/US business hours as needed) to align with leadership, development teams and partners., Occasional international and domestic travel to provide on-site support and planning/integration workshops with our internal and external stakeholders., compliance with export control and sanctions laws, verifying U. S. citizenship or U. S. lawful permanent resident status or obtaining any necessary license or confirming the availability of an applicable exemption or license exception.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Experience developing from scratch device drivers for multimedia and complex SoC, Experience developing from scratch device drivers for complex boards with audio, display, high speed interfaces, networking and wireless connectivity, Experience with board bring-up, Proficiency in C/C++/Python programming languages, Experience with Real Time Operating system mechanism and kernels knowledge in QNX, Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex system-level issues., Experience with version control systems (e. g. , Git), build automation tools, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, Experience with Qualcomm SoC, 10+ years in embedded software development, 7+ years in embedded Linux and QNX software and device drivers’ development, Bachelor’s degree in computer/electrical engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
Nice to Have
Master’s degree or PhD in Computer/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
What You'll Do.
release and maintain embedded device drivers for CARIAD automotive platforms
Identify bottlenecks and optimize system performance through tuning priorities
code complexity reduction
and system-level optimizations
Integrating Board-Support-Package with the hardware (board and SoC) and the rest of infotainment software
Conducting integration testing to ensure compatibility and performance
Developing and executing test plans to ensure software quality and reliability
Conducting unit testing
Addressing bugs and performance issues identified during testing
Ensuring the software complies with automotive industry standards and regulations (e. g.
Staying up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends
Implementing best practices for software development and quality assurance
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including software, hardware, and quality assurance teams; Communicate project status, technical challenges, and solutions in a clear and concise manner; Collaborate with hardware engineers, vendors, partners, and other software teams to ensure seamless integration between software and hardware components; Collaborate and work with multiple teams across geographies and time zones.
Communication Scope
Effective written and verbal communication skills.; Communicate project status, technical challenges, and solutions in a clear and concise manner
Full Job Description
We are CARIAD, an automotive software development team with the Volkswagen Group. Our mission is to make the automotive experience safer, more sustainable, more comfortable, more digital, and more fun. To achieve that we are building the leading tech stack for the automotive industry and creating a unified software platform for over 10 million new vehicles per year. We’re looking for talented, digital minds like you to help us create code that moves the world. Together with you, we’ll build outstanding digital experiences and products for all Volkswagen Group brands that will transform mobility. Join us as we shape the future of the car and everyone around it. Role Summary: The Sr Staff Software Engineer will play a crucial role in delivering high-performance, reliable, and scalable software that forms the backbone of embedded system solutions. As a SoC and board device driver’s expert, you will design, implement, test, root cause issues and debug the BSP for Cariad infotainment platform. The Sr Staff Software Engineer will help lead the design and development of BSP software, including bootloaders, device drivers, and low-level firmware, plus analyze system performance metrics and implement improvements to meet stringent real-time and embedded system requirements. The Sr Staff Software Engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams, including hardware design engineers, systems engineers, and quality assurance teams, to ensure cohesive product development and to define system requirements to ensure software compatibility with new hardware designs. Role Responsibilities: Embedded System Development Architect, develop, test, release and maintain embedded device drivers for CARIAD automotive platforms Identify bottlenecks and optimize system performance through tuning priorities, code complexity reduction, and system-level optimizations System Integration Integrating Board-Support-Package with the hardware (board and SoC) and the rest of infotainment software C
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