The Lead Embedded Software/Firmware Engineer will be a key member of the Technology & Architecture Team for Connected Services, reporting to the Director, Technology & Architecture. In this position, you’ll have a unique opportunity to join a newly created business unit and shape solutions for the fast-evolving low voltage space.
The ideal candidate for the Connected Services Lead Embedded Software/Firmware Engineer role embodies Clarios’ behaviors and is driven to play a critical role in creating industry defining experiences for our customers. This position is responsible for the specification, design and execution of embedded software and firmware for automotive IoT (Internet of Things) solutions as part of the Connected Service business unit. This is a cross-functional role that encompasses a broad range of knowledge and skillsets, and often involves working in collaboration with the AI/ML, IT and Core Product Engineering & marketing teams. Leverage embedded software design standards and tools as part of solution design and documentation, deep technology innovation, and design expertise to align with BU objectives and timelines.
How you will do it
Work closely with the Technical Lead, IoT Architect and Director, AI/ML to drive projects progress and results. Proven working experience in software engineering and firmware development.
Engage with multiple teams both inside and outside to work on the execution of the technical vision and develop a Connected Solutions. Experience programming and coding firmware and software for embedded systems and IoT communications gateways to facilitate device functionality according to specifications.
Involvement begins at system requirement definition and continues through system verification, test and manufacturing. Be a key contributor in defining the embedded software and firmware architecture and designing for efficiency and reuse.
Deep understanding of components/modules within wireless communication systems and the corresponding calibration and impairment reduction techniques and develop methods/algorithms to mitigate hardware induced impairments by calibration, cancellation and other applicable techniques.
Lead external software and firmware development teams, contractors and mentoring junior engineers developing highly efficient designs and delivering outstanding performance, optimizing power and memory footprints while meeting near real time latency requirements.
Develop test and calibration capabilities for wireless SoCs and module, Wireless PHY firmware architecture and design, including calibrations, real-time processing flows, collaboration with RF hardware, microcode, and MAC layer.
Familiar with automatic calibration and verification processes, system, unit and regression testing.
Coordinate and participate in architecture, requirements, design, code, and test case reviews.
Reverse engineering of embedded hardware, decompiling/disassembly of embedded code, and protocol analysis.
Design and implement complex data analysis, data routing, and/or control systems algorithms.
Interpret and report testing results and be a vocal proponent for quality in every phase of the development process.
Strong ability to integrate various components from different vendors into a fully functional and coherent system.
What we look for
Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, electronic & electrical engineering, physics, or a comparable degree
Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience with strong embedded SW fundamentals, including knowledge of design and development-flows, real-time constraints, concurrency, multi-processor systems, caching and virtual memory.
Deep understanding of data structures, object-oriented design, and system architecture in an embedded environment
Strong software engineering skills including design, development (using C, C++), scripting (Python), and debugging. Experience with C, C#, Linux, JAVA, Python, Agile, GIT, HDMI, and FPGA software and systems.
Familiarity with low-level hardware interfaces, register and interrupt programming, bare-metal software development, clock and power management.
Strong understanding of design strategies for maintainability, scalability, and code reuse.
Hands-on experience and working knowledge of wireless systems and protocols such as Zigbee, Bluetooth, LoRa, Cellular CAT-M, LTE-M, CAT1bis, and other relevant protocols.
Extensive experience with embedded Linux and embedded C.
Fluent in operating systems, unit testing, algorithm design, and computing.
Proficiency with full stack development.
Experience with modern data platforms and architecture and interacting with Data and Clouds teams.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively with onsite and offshore teams.
Ability to work closely with customers and communicate in non-technical language.
Ability to work in a matrix environment. Strong problem-solving skills
What you get:
Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire
Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts
Parental and caregiver leave programs
All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and domestic partner benefits
Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership
HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility
Who we are: Clarios is the creator behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands. We are the car battery found in most new vehicles including leading brands such as Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. Our 16,000 employees develop, manufacture, and distribute batteries for virtually every type of vehicle. We recover, recycle, and reuse up to 99% of our battery materials, leading sustainability practices in our industry. Clarios, formerly Johnson Controls Battery Group, is currently a Brookfield portfolio company. Learn more about us at www.clarios.com.
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