Senior Automotive Bootloader Software Engineer

Aptiv; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Aptiv Bengaluru is seeking an Advance Software Engineer to design and develop automotive bootloader software for ECU platforms. You will work on Secure Boot, flashing, OTA updates, and UDS services, integrating with AUTOSAR BSW/MCAL and supporting ARM-based MCUs. Strong C skills and experience with CAN/CAN FD, Ethernet, and ISO 14229 are essential.

Experience level is senior (5–8 years). The role is located in Bengaluru and involves collaboration with cybersecurity teams to meet ISO 21434

Qualifications

• Graduate in BE/ B.Tech/ ME/ M.Tech with work experience of 5-8 years.
• Hands-on experience with AUTOSAR Classic Architecture, including end-to-end configuration of CAN, LIN, Ethernet, Bootloader, Diagnostics.
• Experience with SWDL and OTA update mechanisms including Bootloader interaction and flashing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain automotive bootloader software for ECU platforms.
• Design and implement Secure Boot, Secure Flashing, and Firmware Update mechanisms.
• Integrate bootloaders with AUTOSAR BSW and MCAL layers.
• Support ECU bring-up on ARM-based microcontrollers and SoCs.
• Implement UDS-based programming services (ISO 14229).
• Develop software download and reprogramming functionalities via CAN, CAN FD, Ethernet, and FlexRay.
• Work on OTA update architecture and A/B image update mechanisms.
• Debug startup, reset, flash memory, and boot sequence issues.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity to implement Secure Boot, HSM integration, ISO 21434 requirements.

Skills

Embedded Software

C programming

Embedded C

Assembly

U-Boot

Secure Boot

Flash drivers

Firmware update

UDS ISO 14229

CAN / CAN FD

Ethernet

XCP

AUTOSAR Classic

AUTOSAR MCAL

BSW Integration

Diagnostics & Flashing

Vector CANoe/CANalyzer

JTAG debugging

ISO 21434

HSM

Education

BE/B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech (Electronics/Electricals/Instrumentation/CS)

Tools

Vector DaVinci Configurator

Vector DaVinci

Job description

Advance Software Engineer - Automotive Bootloader Software ECU(5-8 Yrs) Aptiv -Help shape the future of mobility. Imagine a world with zero vehicle accidents, zero vehicle emissions, and wireless vehicle connectivity all around us. Every day, we move closer to making that world a reality. Aptiv’s passionate team of engineers and developers creates advanced safety systems, high-performance electrification solutions and data connectivity solutions so that automakers can bring advanced capabilities to more people around the globe. This is how we enable sustainable mobility and help to prevent accidents caused by human error.

We’re hiring an Electrical/Electronics Engineer to design and develop our automotive products in the areas of Active Safety and User-Experience. This position is located at TCI Bengaluru.

Your Role Experience: 6-8 Yrs Job Location: Bangalore Mandatory Skills: automotive bootloader software for ECU platform CANalyser/CANoe. Good in Communication protocol CAN, SPI and I2C; Design and implement Secure Boot, Secure Flashing, and Firmware Update mechanisms. Integrate bootloaders with AUTOSAR BSW and MCAL layers

Job Description

• Your Role Required Exp: 6-8 Yrs
• Develop and maintain automotive bootloader software for ECU platforms.
• Design and implement Secure Boot, Secure Flashing, and Firmware Update mechanisms.
• Integrate bootloaders with AUTOSAR BSW and MCAL layers.
• Support ECU bring-up activities on ARM-based microcontrollers and SoCs.
• Implement UDS-based programming services (ISO 14229).
• Develop software download and reprogramming functionalities using CAN, CAN FD, Ethernet, and FlexRay.
• Work on OTA update architecture and A/B image update mechanisms.
• Debug startup, reset, flash memory, and boot sequence issues.
• Perform bootloader integration, verification, and validation.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to implement: Secure Boot Cryptographic verification HSM integration ISO 21434 requirements Support production, manufacturing flashing, and field update activities.

Required Skills

• Embedded Software
• Strong C programming
• Embedded C development
• NXP / TI / ARM Cortex-M / Cortex-R / Cortex-A architecture
• Assembly language basics
• Bootloader Primary Bootloader (PBL) Secondary Bootloader (SBL) U-Boot knowledge (preferred)
• Secure Boot
• Flash drivers
• Firmware update mechanisms
• Automotive Protocols UDS (ISO 14229)
• CAN / CAN FD
• Ethernet
• XCP (Good to have)
• AUTOSAR Classic
• AUTOSAR MCAL
• BSW Integration
• Memory Stack
• Diagnostics & Flashing
• Vector CANoe CANalyzer
• vFlash Lauterbach Debugger JTAG debugging
• Security ISO 21434
• Secure Boot Encryption/Decryption
• Digital Signatures
• HSM

Your Background

Key ingredients for succeeding in this role are your: Graduate in BE/ B.Tech/ ME/ M.Tech (Electronics/ Electricals /Instrumentation /Computer Science) with work experience of 5-8 years Hands-on experience with AUTOSAR Classic Architecture , including end-to-end configuration and integration of Communication Stack (CAN, LIN, Ethernet), Automotive Bootloader, Diagnostic Stack (DEM, DCM, UDS) (OR) Proven experience with Software Download (SWDL) and Over-the-Air (OTA) update mechanisms, including Bootloader interaction and flashing strategies Hands-on experience with Vector DaVinci tools , particularly DaVinci Configurator and related AUTOSAR configuration workflows Strong knowledge of 32-bit Microcontroller architectures , with hands-on development experience on: Infineon Aurix, Renesas, PowerPC or ARM-based automotive MCUs Solid understanding of Automotive Product Development lifecycle, including compliance and alignment with Automotive SPICE (ASPICE) Experience working in Agile / Scrum-based software development environments , including sprint planning, reviews, and continuous integration practices Working experience in one or more Automotive domains : ADAS, Infotainment or Vehicle Gateway systems’

Why join us?

You can grow at Aptiv. Whether you are working towards a promotion, stepping into leadership, considering a lateral career move, or simply expanding your network, you can do it here.

Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.

You can have an impact . Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.

You have support . Our team is our most valuable asset. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Experience Level Senior Level