Embedded Software Tools Engineer
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Job description
The motorsport Embedded Control Development Tools team is responsible for developing and supporting the tools used for building, testing and simulating application software for Motion Applied ECUs. Our tools are based on MATLAB and Simulink and enable engineers to auto-generate code for embedded control systems., As an Embedded Control Development Tools Engineer, you will be responsible for helping to develop and support MCT (Motion Control Toolbox) - our suite of MATLAB toolboxes that customise the code generation capabilities of MATLAB and Simulink.
You will need to have an in-depth knowledge of MATLAB and Simulink, but also a good understanding of writing and compiling C code - our work spans the interface of Simulink application models and lower-level embedded software.
Working within the Control Applications team, you will work in a fast-paced and agile environment - where you will get to see your work being delivered to the racetrack and interact with motorsport teams directly. We follow new technologies and make use of modern software development practices and tools.
Principal Accountabilities
- Development and maintenance of MCT - our MATLAB/Simulink toolboxes for code generation of embedded software for MA ECUs.
- Providing support to customers using our tools to develop their own Simulink applications for MA ECUs.
- Working with internal teams using our tools to provide expert support and develop new software features.
- Creating technical documentation and guides for a range of users.
- Assisting with issue tracking, software testing and release processes.
Requirements
- In-depth knowledge of MATLAB programming and software development
- Experience of Simulink modelling and code generation for embedded control systems
- Have a good understanding of C and compiler(s)
- First class degree or upper 2nd in Engineering, Electronics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or other highly quantitative field (or equivalent experience)
Desirable
- Experience of motorsport/automotive control systems would be an advantage
- Experience of SIL and HIL test tools
- Experience of real-time systems
- Experience with software version control systems, e.g. Git
- Knowledge of continuous integration tools, e.g. Jenkins
- An understanding of (MATLAB) testing frameworks
- Demonstrable interest in embedded microprocessors
Benefits & conditions
In return for everything you bring to the table, we can ensure an exciting, challenging role in a dynamic business surrounded by some of the best people in their respective fields.
At Motion Applied we firmly believe it's the relationships and friendships we create while working that make us special. We're also aware that the world is changing and we are part of that change. We all want and need different things from our work and home lives, so, if you have commitments outside of work, we're open to talking through flexible working options that work for you and us.
- Flexible working policies, including Hybrid Working.
- Life assurance to the value of 4 times base salary
- Opportunity to join the McLaren Applied Pension Plan
- Company funded individual private healthcare with the opportunity to extend to partner or spouse and/or dependents at a discounted rate.
- Ride-to-work with Evans Cycles - take advantage of the Government's Cycle-to-Work scheme which offers savings of up to 42% on the cost of a new bike, cycling accessories and components.
- Electric car scheme - opportunity to drive a brand-new car in a more affordable way through this salary sacrifice scheme. Employees are eligible to join the scheme after successful competition of their probationary period.
