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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Embedded Software Engineer(Automotive) - **Company:** ALTEN Technology USA - **Location:** Dearborn Heights, MI, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Layers, Software Applications, Unit Testing, Configuration Management, Program Optimization, Software Quality, Communications Protocols, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Embedded C, Middleware, Embedded Software, Software Architecture, Real-Time Operating Systems, ISO/IEC 15504, Requirements Management, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Software Systems, Strategies of Testing, CodeBeamer, Build Management, Integration Tests, Automotive Software, Polarion - **Published:** August 31, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.disabledperson.com/jobs/74626246-embedded-software-engineer-automotive ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field. Minimum 10+ years of experience in automotive embedded software development environments., * Hands-on Embedded Software Engineer with deep automotive development experience * Strong ownership mindset and ability to independently drive software development activities * Clear and effective communicator capable of engaging with customers and cross-functional teams * Strong debugging and troubleshooting capabilities * Comfortable working throughout the complete software lifecycle from requirements through release * Customer-focused engineer who thrives in collaborative development environments * Able to provide technical leadership while remaining actively involved in development activities Must Have: * 7+ years of automotive embedded software development experience * Strong Embedded C programming experience (mandatory) * Experience developing low-level drivers, middleware, and application layer software * Experience creating software architecture and detailed software design documentation * Experience with software build, release, and configuration management processes * Experience with unit testing, integration testing, and qualification testing * Experience with CAN and LIN communication protocols * Experience supporting automotive OEM or Tier 1 development programs * Experience with requirements management and traceability * Strong communication, presentation, and technical leadership skills * Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or related field Good to Have: * Codebeamer experience * DOORS or Polarion experience * IAR Embedded Workbench experience * RTOS experience * APQP knowledge * ISO 26262 Functional Safety experience * ASPICE knowledge * Seating systems experience * Interior electronics experience * Mechatronic systems experience * Actuator or motor control systems experience * Tier 1 automotive supplier experience ## Description * This position is focused on the design, development, integration, testing, and release of embedded software supporting automotive seating, comfort, actuator, motor, and interior system applications. * The engineer will lead software development activities from requirements analysis and software architecture through coding, integration, validation, and production launch. This is a hands-on embedded software development position requiring deep technical involvement throughout the full software development lifecycle. * The role will work closely with Systems, Hardware, Mechanical, Validation, Manufacturing, and Customer teams to deliver high-quality automotive embedded software solutions. * This position requires strong technical ownership, excellent communication skills, deep Embedded C expertise, and the ability to support complex automotive product development programs. * Full-time onsite presence is required., Requirements Analysis & Software Architecture * Analyze customer and system requirements using ALM tools such as Codebeamer * Develop software architecture, detailed design documentation, and test strategies * Maintain software requirements traceability throughout development * Participate in architecture reviews and technical design discussions Embedded Software Development * Develop automotive embedded software using Embedded C * Design and implement low-level drivers, middleware, and application software * Develop robust, maintainable, and optimized software solutions * Support code optimization for performance, memory utilization, and power efficiency * Follow automotive software development standards and coding guidelines Integration, Testing & Validation * Support software build and release activities * Develop and execute unit, integration, and qualification testing * Support debugging, troubleshooting, and root cause investigations * Ensure software quality and compliance throughout development Automotive Product Development & Launch Support * Support programs from concept through production launch * Participate in customer reviews and program milestone activities * Support OEM and Tier 1 development requirements * Ensure software solutions meet performance, quality, timing, and reliability objectives Technical Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration * Provide technical leadership and guidance to software team members * Collaborate closely with Hardware, Systems, Validation, Mechanical, Manufacturing, and Quality teams * Clearly communicate technical concepts, risks, and development status * Support customer-facing technical discussions when required Design for Excellence (DFX) * Support DFM, DFA, DFC, DFT, and DFR objectives during software development * Ensure software solutions contribute to overall product quality and reliability ## Related Videos - [Cyber Security: Small, and Large!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/259-cyber-security-small-and-large) - [Car's are Technology on Wheels - Impact of Software and IT Competence in Automotive](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/780-car-s-are-technology-on-wheels-impact-of-software-and-it-competence-in-automotive) - [Robots are coming into the wild! 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