Senior Embedded Software Engineer, Platform Software
Lucid Motors, Newark, CA
- Pay
- $158K–$218K / year
- Work type
- Not stated
- Level
- Senior
- Area
- Infra, platform & SRE
- Posted
- 5 days ago
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About the role
About Lucid
At Lucid, we are creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucid’s proprietary technology and software-defined vehicle architecture, our award-winning vehicles bring our “Compromise Nothing™” approach to the global automotive market. That means refusing to choose between performance and sustainability, design and engineering, ambition and integrity. In Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity, we have designed and built vehicles that have redefined their segments, combining exceptional range, performance, design, and expansive space in a single experience.
We achieve this through deep vertical integration, with design, engineering, and production happening in-house across our global offices and manufacturing facilities. Our teams come from industries around the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence. By refusing to settle, you can help redefine what’s possible and shape the future of mobility.
Senior Embedded Software Engineer, Platform Software
Overview: As a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Platform Software, you will play a pivotal role in designing and developing sophisticated platform software for multiple electronic control units, working on projects from prototype stages through to production.
Key Responsibilities:
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Design and develop advanced platform software, focusing on low-level and middleware components for powertrain and high voltage electronic control units.
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Lead the development of highly reliable and critical components for electric vehicles, ensuring exceptional performance and reliability.
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Provide comprehensive design, development, and debugging support for the integration of individual functions into control units.
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Conduct thorough design and code reviews to optimize platform software.
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Develop and implement robust design and product validation test programs to ensure the durability and robustness of the software.
Qualifications:
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8+ years of experience
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Proficiency in C/C++ programming languages, with embedded C development experience for resource constrained environments preferred
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Extensive experience with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) and their architectures.
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Strong ability to read and interpret schematics and data sheets.
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Hands-on experience with on-chip debugging tools and the ability to troubleshoot both software and hardware issues.
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Experience with board bring-up processes.
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Proficiency in using scripting tools and methods to optimize software development and testing activities.
Educational Requirements:
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Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field is required.
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