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Senior Software Embedded Engineer

ExecutivePlacements.com
Palo Alto, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/25/2026
We're looking for a Staff level Embedded Software Engineer to join our team, focusing on the software stack for Design Verification of PCBAs & ECUs (Electronic Component Units) in current and next-gen vehicle platforms primarily The Connectivity & Vehicle Access Segment. You'll develop device drivers for PCBA components, create software prototypes for early "h/w s/w co-designs," build validation test cases in Python/C, and much more. This role offers a chance to collaborate with some of the brightest minds in developing embedded h/w s/w stacks for the rapidly evolving EV - Work with h/w and s/w architects to collaborate on next-gen platform architecture with various SoCs and the software stack.- Design, develop, and deploy embedded software on Linux and/or RTOS for board bring-up, verification, and debugging of automotive electronics.- Collaborate across multiple disciplines to deliver quality code, debug complex problems, prioritize, and get things done with high efficiency and urgency.- Ability to debug in real-time across the s/w and h/w stack to understand the real issue and provide solutions, working and collaborating with multiple teams if needed.- Familiarity with Linux build systems, device trees, and kernel driver development is essential.- Ability to crisply communicate with peers, stakeholders, customers, technical leaders, and OEMs/ODMs.Qualifications- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field.- 7 years' experience in Embedded Software Development.- Experience with Automotive Infotainment/Connectivity platforms preferably working with GNSS, UWB, RF, A2B, BT Audio - Good coding skills on C/C .- Good understanding of Linux and/or RTOS fundamentals, Board Support Packages, kernel configuration, device driver interfaces, debugging tools, etc.- Excellent debugging skills with an ability to work across organizations/teams.- Experience using Lauterbach, Oscilloscope, JTAG, Flashing Tools, etc. #PSSMSPT

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