Principal Software Engineer - Embedded Linux
Listed on 2025-12-04
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Software Development
Embedded Software Engineer, Software Engineer
Principal Software Engineer - Embedded Linux
Farmington, MI
This company, a global leader in automotive safety technology, is building up a new development team for next‑generation products. They’re looking for a Principal Software Engineer with Linux expertise (BSP, kernel, and driver) to be a technical lead in this group.
Company Information
This is a globally recognized innovator who works with automotive manufacturers on products critical to their future development, no matter what direction the overall industry takes. While most automotive tech companies slash positions, they’ve turned the corner and are building teams to move forward.
Position Description
You’ll be the Linux expert on a team responsible for developing embedded software for safety‑critical automotive computer vision–based applications. You’ll take projects through the full life‑cycle, from concept to delivery into production. You’ll work globally with product development teams to make sure the final product hits all marks.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, test, and debug core and application‑specific software for automotive embedded electronic module serial production projects.
- Develop software in compliance with a formal ASPICE/Comma‑based Global Engineering Process (GEP).
- Work on hardware/software integration and software configuration management.
- Act as the subject‑matter expert on all Linux‑based embedded development questions.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of experience in full life‑cycle embedded software development.
- Strong background with Linux kernel, device drivers, and BSPs.
- Experience with ARM architecture (Nvidia, Qualcomm, TI).
- Background in automotive or machine‑vision technologies (machine learning/ML, ISP, etc.) is a strong plus.
- SoC background is a plus.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills with global teams.
Compensation and Benefits
Base pay range: $/yr – $/yr.
H‑1B visa transfers and TN visa holders can be considered for this opening.
Relocation assistance is available.
This is a direct‑hire position, with a full benefit package including medical insurance, vision insurance, 401(k), paid maternity leave, and paid paternity leave.
Hiring Information
Senior level:
Mid‑Senior level.
Employment type:
Full‑time.
Job function:
Software Engineering – Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution.
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