Embedded Software Engineer (Senior level and up) - Automotive Camera Driver Technology

Qualcomm; Markham; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Canada is looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to develop camera, display, and image processing software for automotive solutions. Ideal candidates will have strong C programming skills and experience with Linux. Responsibilities include debugging real-time issues and designing next-generation imaging features for advanced automotive systems. This position offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for innovation.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of Software Engineering experience or a Master's degree with 3+ years.
• 2+ years of experience with C, C++, Java, or Python.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect camera, display, and image processing software.
• Develop next generation imaging features for ADAS and functional safety.
• Debug real time issues reported by automotive manufacturers.

Skills

C programming

Linux build system

Linux on-target debugging

Git/Perforce

HLOS environments

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field

Master’s degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field

PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field

Job description

Company:

Qualcomm Canada ULC

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering

General Summary:

The Qualcomm Automotive team is rapidly expanding to offer optimized solutions for infotainment and ADAS/Autonomous Driving. To scale and strengthen our offering in this domain, we are seeking a strong Embedded Software Engineer who enjoys working with cutting edge technologies, in a super-charged fast-paced environment.

We are seeking experts in camera driver development.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
• Master’s degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 3+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
• PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
• 2+ years of work experience with programming languages such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.

Join us as an Embedded Software Engineer as you design and architect camera, display and/or image processing software in Qualcomm’s automotive Snapdragon camera processors.

• Develop next generation imaging features used in ADAS and automotive functional safety.
• Get exposed to industrial best practices working with high profile automotive manufacturers.
• Develop knowledge and competency across a variety of HLOS frameworks that powers tomorrow’s vehicles.
• Design and implement new automotive camera related features following defined Automotive SW Safety Standards
• Participate in design meetings discussing customer requirements and formulate feature design documents
• Debug real time issues reported by automotive manufacturers in an actual vehicle test drive
• Work with research and development group to integrate and commercialize innovative applications
• Fast prototyping for feasibility study on next generation of use case scenarios
• Develop compelling demo use cases for tradeshows and conferences
• Propose innovative suggestions for optimizations and enriching enhancements for upcoming HW generations

Required Skills:

• Strong working knowledge of C programming
• Experience with Linux build system
• Experience with Linux on-target debugging (adb, logging, etc.)
• Working experience with Git/Perforce source code management systems
• Experience in one or more of the following HLOS environments: Android framework, Automotive Grade Linux, QNX, Green Hills

Preferred Experience:

• Camera tuning experiences and working knowledge
• In-depth understanding of Camera/ISP/Image sensors, SoC architecture, Graphics, Memory Layout, multi-media drivers and/or RTOS.
• Working knowledge of popular automotive SERDES
• Programming experience with popular sensor modules
• Experience delivering large scale SW for Automotive ADAS/Compute or Infotainment programs.
• Strong understanding of Camera ISP features and functionalities
• Working knowledge of ISO 26262

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