Vehicle Software Engineer - ECU Reverse Engineering

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3 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Assembly Language C Sharp (Programming Language) C++ (Programming Language) Computer Programming Firmware Python (Programming Language) Performance Tuning Powerpc Reverse Engineering Software Engineering Data Logging Reverse Engineering Software

Job description

Job DescriptionWe are looking for acurious, technically driven Vehicle Software Engineerto join a specialist automotive engineering team working acrossECU reverse engineering, calibration research, embedded tooling and tuning development.This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on engineer who enjoys complex technical challenges, working at a low level with vehicle software, and turning analysis into practical solutions. Key Responsibilities Reverse engineer automotive binary files and analyse firmware usingIDA Pro and/or Ghidra. Investigate ECM/TCM/PCM behaviour, calibration tables, tuning parameters and map-switching logic. Work withTriCore, PowerPC and multicore automotive architectures. Develop tools, scripts and automation usingC/C++, C# and Python. Work withCAN, UDS, CCP/XCP and KWP2000. Use automotive programming, flashing, diagnostics, data logging and calibration tools. Research and develop software/hardware access methods for modern vehicle control modules. Contribute to

Requirements

engineering projects, document technical findings and support junior engineers where required.About YouYoull ideally have4+ years experiencein software reverse engineering, embedded systems, automotive electronics or a related discipline.You should have: Strong assembly language and embedded systems knowledge. Hands-on experience withIDA Pro and/or Ghidra. StrongC/C++, C# and Pythonprogramming skills. Experience with automotive communications, diagnostics and ECU tooling. A structured, analytical approach and the ability to work independently. Aresilient, tenacious and curious mindset, with a genuine passion for solving difficult technical problems.Experience inautomotive tuning, calibration, diagnostics, flashing or data loggingwould be highly advantageous. Whats on Offer Competitive salary and bonus scheme Pension and healthcare package Life insurance 25 days’ UK holiday plus bank holidays Technical training and career development Opportunity to travel to theUS headquarters Visa sponsorship available for suitable candidates Relocation support available for overseas candidates If youre an engineer who loves understandingwhat really happens inside a modern vehicle ECU, and you want to work on challenging automotive technology at a deep technical level, this could be the opportunity for you.JBRP1_UKTJ

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