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SENIOR EMBEDDED SOFTWARE ENGINEER

We are looking for someone who is comfortable architecting, developing, and testing  embedded software that interacts with other components. You should be prepared to take a leading role and get stuck in to solve complex issues.

LOCATION

Detroit, MI

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Permanent

What You’ll Do

  • Define vehicle embedded systems software architecture

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  • Lead development of Lightship’s vehicle system controller software

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  • Collaborate with team to help select hardware for vehicle controls

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  • Define communication interfaces and requirements

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  • Help manage versions, check-ins, and tasks

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  • Review code, analyze stability, and manage bugs

  • Develop and execute a software test suite to ensure reliability

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  • Optimize software by performing maintenance, updates, and upgrades

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  • Assess third party and open source software

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  • Keep up to date with relevant software standards and advancements in embedded system development

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  • Technical mentorship and guidance to growing team of software engineers

Who You are

  • BS or above in computer science, electrical/computer engineering, or related field

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  • 7+ years experience developing software/firmware

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  • Proven experience in embedded systems software development, including preemptive, real-time architectures

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  • In-depth knowledge of CAN bus

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  • Extremely proficient coding in C/C++

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  • Knowledge of C compliant languages such as Java and Python 

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  • In-depth knowledge of Linux operating systems

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  • Knowledge of bootloaders and kernels

  • Experience deploying software across a variety of platforms

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  • Understanding of microprocessors and associated peripherals

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  • Ability to read schematics and component data sheets

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  • Basic understanding of electric power systems preferred

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  • You enjoy developing software and create value by solving problems

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  • You bring an entrepreneurial mindset to your work and are comfortable with uncertainty

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