Senior Software Engineer - Embedded Linux
Lucid MotorsWe are currently seeking a Senior Software Engineer to contribute to the growth of our Vehicle Connectivity team. The Vehicle Connectivity team works on Embedded Linux technologies to achieve critical vehicle telematics functions like Diagnostics, Telemetry, Over-The-Air Software Updates, Internet Connectivity, Cloud Communication, Location Services, Mobile App Communications, etc. These technologies are being pioneered in-house at Lucid and are at the cutting edge.
Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches their work with commitment and determination. The individual will demonstrate excellence in their respective fields and possess the ability to learn quickly and to strive for perfection within a fast-paced environment.
Role Responsibilities:
- Design and develop complex Embedded Linux software for the Telematics Control Unit (TCU) in a multi-core processor environment
- Develop features and corresponding unit tests for supporting Connectivity, Diagnostics, Telemetry, OTA, Cloud Communication and Location Services
- Participate in design, development, and debug activities to support integrating individual functions into the Telematics Control Unit (TCU)
- Ensure optimal software architecture, design and implementation through design reviews and code reviews
- Develop various test frameworks and harnesses for verification and validation
- Integrate with Cloud, Powertrain and Data Science teams
- Collaborate with System engineering to develop software feature requirements, drive reviews for requirements
- Lead and resolve factory line & customer vehicle Telematics software issues with quick turn around time
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related technical field is required.
- 5+ years of industry experience with Embedded Linux development in C/C++
- 5+ years of industry experience with Linux Operating System, Networking protocols such as TCP/UDP, MQTT and system primitives such as Pthreads
- Strong understanding of real-time operating system (RTOS) concepts
- Strong understanding of IPC Mechanisms – Sockets, Message Queues, Shared Memory, etc.
- Experience with scripting languages/tools and methods to optimize SW development and testing activities.
- Strong understanding of Object Oriented Design, Data Structures and Algorithms
Preferred Qualifications:
- Masters degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related technical field is preferred
- Working knowledge of Automotive Protocols such as CAN, UDS, DoIP, etc.
- Experience writing software for Automotive Telematics / Diagnostics applications
- Experience with Jira, GitLab, Jenkins & Confluence
- Strong Proficiency in scripting languages (Python & BASH Shell)
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Additional Compensation and Benefits: Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs. (Cash or equity incentive awards, if any, will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and company performance.)
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