Staff Software Engineer

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Job Title: Staff Software Engineer (Embedded Controls) Job Description
Design and architect distributed embedded control systems for real-time automotive MCU platforms with deterministic performance requirements.

Develop and implement control algorithms for connected vehicle applications that interface with ECUs, sensors, and actuators across vehicle networks.

Architect system-level integration strategies for embedded controls software within the broader vehicle software platform.
Responsibilities

+ Design, develop, and maintain Board Support Packages (BSPs) for automotive-grade embedded MCU platforms across multiple hardware configurations.

+ Develop low-level device drivers, hardware abstraction layers, and real-time communication interfaces for automotive peripherals.

+ Implement real-time performance optimization techniques including deterministic scheduling, interrupt handling, and memory management.

+ Design and implement safety-critical software components following ISO functional safety standards and ASIL requirements.

+ Lead vehicle integration activities including ECU calibration, diagnostic protocol implementation, and system validation in laboratory and test vehicle environments.

+ Develop automated testing frameworks for embedded controls validation including software-in-the-loop (SIL) and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing.

+ Collaborate with platform and middleware teams to ensure seamless integration between real-time controls and high-compute domains.

+ Implement automotive communication protocol stacks including CAN, LIN, and automotive diagnostic protocols.

+ Document system architecture, control algorithms, and integration procedures for development teams and automotive partners.

Essential Skills

+ B.Sc. in Computer/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field, or equivalent industry experience.

+ 8-12+ years of experience writing software for production embedded systems, with a proven automotive industry delivery record.

+ 3+ years of experience as a staff engineer, with significant contributions to embedded controls architecture and system integration.

+ Expert-level C programming skills with a deep understanding of embedded systems programming and real-time constraints.

+ Extensive experience with real-time operating systems including FreeRTOS, VxWorks, ThreadX, and automotive-specific RTOS implementations.

+ Strong knowledge of RTOS fundamentals including deterministic scheduling, task prioritization, interrupt handling, memory management, and real-time performance optimization.

+ Deep understanding of automotive communication protocols including CAN, LIN, and emerging automotive Ethernet standards.

+ Proficiency with embedded hardware interfaces including I2C, SPI, UART, PWM, ADC, and automotive-specific peripheral protocols.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience using automotive testing equipment including Vector CANoe/CANalyzer and dSPACE HIL systems.

+ Knowledge of ISO functional safety standards and experience developing ASIL-rated software components.

+ Understanding of automotive system architecture and experience with ECU integration and vehicle network design.

+ Experience with model-based design tools and control algorithm development for automotive applications.

+ Strong skills in real-time system debugging, performance profiling, and optimization for resource-constrained automotive environments.

+ Experience with disruptive automotive startups such as Tesla, Rivian, or similar innovative companies.

+ Experience with AUTOSAR Classic and Adaptive Platform application and runtime development.

+ Knowledge of writing Linux/POSIX applications for automotive high-compute domains.

+ Experience with automotive safety standards including ASPICE (Automotive SPICE) and MISRA C/C++ coding standards.

+ Knowledge of automotive diagnostic protocols including UDS (Unified Diagnostic Services) and XCP calibration protocols.

+ Experience with control theory, PID controllers, and advanced automotive control algorithms.

+ Knowledge of sensor fusion techniques and data processing for automotive control applications.

+ Understanding of automotive cybersecurity principles and secure embedded system design.

+ Experience with automotive-grade hardware components and real-time system validation.

+ Knowledge of power management and low-power design techniques for automotive embedded systems.

+ Experience with automotive manufacturing processes and production software deployment.

+ Understanding of automotive communication network topologies and system-level integration challenges.

Work Environment
This is a remote position with quarterly company onsite requirements (minimum one week per quarter).

International travel may be required to visit customers and partners.

US citizenship required; we do not sponsor visas for this role.
Why Work Here?


Join a dynamic team where innovation and technology drive the company's success.

Enjoy the flexibility of remote work while contributing to cutting-edge automotive solutions.

Engage with a collaborative and supportive work culture that values professional growth and development.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of San Diego, California.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $250000.00 - $275000.00/yr.
To be discussed with company leaders.
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2025.
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We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed.

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TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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