System Debugging Leader - CDC

Renault Group; Chennai District; On-site; INR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Renault Group is seeking an experienced System & Software Engineer for Infotainment ECU in India. You will perform system and software triage, debugging Android infotainment, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software for RG vehicles.

Requirements include 10-15+ years in software integration, strong C++, Java/Kotlin, embedded Linux (Yocto/Android build), and experience with GTest/CTS/Robot Framework. Familiarity with Ethernet/CAN, GDB and AUTOSAR is a plus.

Qualifications

• 10-15+ years in software integration with Android/Linux platforms.
• Proficient in C++, Java, and Kotlin; strong OOP.
• Embedded Linux experience with Yocto/Android builds.
• Experience with CI/CD tools like GitLab; Docker is a plus.
• Good debugging with GDB, log analysis, and kit testing frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Debug and triage SW issues in Android infotainment ECUs.
• Build SW packages and propose patches; perform ECU communication tests.
• Collaborate with SW acceptance, domain teams and QA for releases.
• Maintain Android framework, HAL, and driver interactions; optimize performance.
• Document debugging procedures and interaction flows for internal use.

Skills

C++

Java

Kotlin

Android

Embedded Linux

Yocto

Android build systems

GTest

CTS

Robot Framework

GDB

CAN

Ethernet

Docker

GitLab

Python

Shell

Lua

Multithreading

Tools

GitLab

Docker

Yocto

Android build systems

GTest

CTS

Robot Framework

GDB

Job description

Company RNTBCI PL Job Description To Ensure that the System & Software : Model/Code/Application/Component/Feature/System are developed as per the Specification Or Requirement and functionality is designed, developed & validated as per define coding standards or test strategy where in applicable for Infotainment ECU. In this role, you will focus on System & Software Debug and triage of Android infotainment. You will partner with cross functional teams for ex. SW acceptance team, Domain teams (Multimedia, Navigation & Connected services etc.) to deliver high quality, performance optimized software to enable the best user experience for RG Vehicles. Perform the System/SW Triage Debugging Leader activity on a identified requirement or specification adhering to Automotive standards. This activity includes: System Architecture & Design Understanding Able to Perform software design, integration, validation and provide test reports. Perform coding, testing and code review. Monitor software quality & Report software quality issues.

1st Level Triage – System & Debugging on all Component/Features/System Level Validation Report Analysis Responsibilities Debug and triage reported SW issues in Android based Ecus Ability to build SW packages & propose fix patches Perform Inter ECU communication testing, issue debugging and investigate instability of services between Android VM and memory leak. Troubleshooting and problem resolution on IVI systems Excellent understanding of debugging and isolating issues in IVI systems. Triaging of issues observed during testing and isolating them into different test framework components, SW modules in embedded target SW. Drive resolution of open bug reports and follow-up with different stakeholders to closure to drive the successful commercialization of the feature or release

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE Minimum Requirements & Key Responsibilities

10-15+ years of experience in software integration, with strong expertise in Android and Linux platforms Proficient in object-oriented programming languages, including C++, Java, and Kotlin Hands-on experience with embedded Linux development, including Yocto and Android build systems Familiar with version control systems and CI/CD tools, such as GitLab and Docker (a plus) Skilled in scripting languages such as Shell, Python, and Lua Analyze system logs, traces, and dumps (via adb, logcat, dmesg, systrace, etc.) to identify and resolve kernel-to-app communication issues. Experience with software, systemtesting tools and frameworks, including GTest, CTS, and Robot Framework Understanding of networking protocols and technologies, including Ethernet and CAN Proficient in embedded system debugging using tools such as GDB, Lauterbach, performance profiling, and log analysis Experience in the automotive domain is a plus, particularly with AUTOSAR stack, diagnostics, and ECU software integration Maintain Android framework, HAL, and application layers that interact with USB/serial CDC devices. Perform ISP, HAL, and driver-level debugging when communication issues impact higher-level functionality or app performance. Optimize system and app performance under continuous data transfer, ensuring minimal latency and efficient resource use. Create diagnostic and validation tools or test apps to automate regression testing and performance verification of CDC communication. Work on multi-threaded and asynchronous data handling using Android concurrency patterns (Handler, Executor, RxJava, Kotlin coroutines). Collaborate with QA and integration teams to define test plans, automation scripts, and field validation strategies. Contribute to AOSP or Android Automotive OS bring-up, debugging USB/CDC stack issues during platform integration. Document debugging procedures, architecture, and app–system interaction flows for internal and cross-team use. To perform System Architecture understanding and ensure to identify the Issues at feature/component/Platform level Relevant experience: 6 - 8 years in Infotainment ECU middleware development development (e.g.., C++, Java or Kotlin) and system debugging. Good understanding of Android /Linux/QNX and Yocto Build system Good understanding on protobuffers and gRPC Good understanding of Design Patterns and OOP concepts. Hands-on debugging skills Expertise in Android framework, architecture and build system Knowledge of Service Oriented Architecture (SoA), CommonAPI, SOME/IP is appreciated. Good communication in English, Rigorous and Well organized. Team player who is detail oriented, thorough, and analytical with excellent communication & problem-solving skills. Desirable Additional Skill / Experience Requirement Understanding Software Project Management Software Quality Assurance System & SW Integratoion – Root Cause Identifications Experience testing in Android automotive environment. CI knowledge (git expert, GitLab, docker). Build system CI & CD. Knowledge of automotive ethernet communication General: Strong communication, interpersonal skills. Negotiation skills Self-driven. Ability to work with deadlines. Analytical skills and logical thinking. Adaptability and learning skills.

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