ADAS Algorithm Developer

Aptiv; City of Troy (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Relocation assistance may be available

Learning and development opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Aptiv in Troy, Michigan is seeking an ADAS Algorithm Developer to design and implement feature control logic, state management, and behavioral architectures for ADAS and Automated Driving. The role requires a Master’s degree and hands-on work with MATLAB/Simulink/Stateflow, state machines, and vehicle dynamics.

You will collaborate with systems, software, calibration, validation, and HMI teams to deliver customer-ready features.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical/Computer/Mechanical/Robotics or related field.
• 2+ years in ADAS, Automated Driving, or automotive control system development.
• Proficiency in MATLAB, Simulink, and Stateflow for algorithm design and implementation.
• Experience developing state machines, decision logic, or event-driven control architectures.
• Knowledge of vehicle dynamics, control theory, and systems engineering principles.
• Experience analyzing test data and troubleshooting complex system behaviors.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop mode management algorithms for ADAS/Automated Driving (ACC, ISA, Collision Avoidance, Lane Keeping, Hands-Off).
• Design and implement Stateflow-based state machines for engagement, transitions, and driver takeover.
• Develop feature arbitration and coordination logic across ADAS functions for safe vehicle behavior.
• Define operational logic for degradation, fallback strategies, fault handling, and driver notification.
• Translate requirements into deployable algorithm designs and verify with simulations and vehicle tests.
• Collaborate with systems, software, calibration, validation, and HMI teams; document decisions and results.

Skills

MATLAB

Simulink

Stateflow

State machines

Control theory

Vehicle dynamics

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Master's degree in Electrical/Computer/Robotics/Mechanical Engg

Tools

DOORS

Polarion

Codebeamer

CANoe

CANape

ETAS INCA

CarMaker/CarSim

Job description

Summary

We are currently looking for an ADAS Algorithm Developer to join our team in Troy, Michigan. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing the feature control logic, state management, and behavioral architecture for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and Automated Driving (AD) functions.

This role involves defining how ADAS features engage, operate, interact, degrade, and disengage under various driving conditions to deliver safe, intuitive, and robust customer experiences. The candidate will collaborate closely with systems, software, calibration, integration, safety, and validation teams throughout the product development lifecycle.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Develop mode management algorithms for ADAS and Automated Driving applications such as Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA), Collision Avoidance, Lane Keeping Assist, and Hands-Off Highway Assist.
• Design and implement Stateflow-based state machines governing feature engagement, disengagement, feature transitions, and driver takeover behavior.
• Develop feature arbitration and coordination logic across multiple ADAS functions to ensure predictable and safe vehicle behavior.
• Define operational logic for system degradation, fallback strategies, fault handling, and driver notification mechanisms.
• Translate vehicle-level and system-level requirements into deployable algorithm designs.
• Verify and optimize algorithm performance using simulation, resimulation, and vehicle testing activities.
• Investigate real-world driving events and perform data analysis to evaluate algorithm behavior and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support functional safety and SOTIF activities by implementing safety-related monitoring and operational safeguards.
• Collaborate with systems, software, integration, calibration, validation, and HMI teams to deliver customer-ready features.
• Document algorithm designs, verification results, technical decisions, and development artifacts according to established engineering processes.

Need to Haves (Basic Qualifications)

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in ADAS, Automated Driving, or automotive control system development.
• Proficiency in MATLAB, Simulink, and Stateflow for algorithm design and implementation.
• Experience developing state machines, decision logic, or event-driven control architectures.
• Knowledge of vehicle dynamics, control theory, and systems engineering principles.
• Experience analyzing test data and troubleshooting complex system behaviors.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Nice to Haves (Preferred Qualifications)

• PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience developing ADAS or Automated Driving systems.
• Experience developing L2+ ADAS or Automated Driving features.
• Experience designing feature engagement, disengagement, arbitration, takeover, and fallback strategies.
• Working knowledge of ASPICE, ISO 26262, SOTIF, and Agile development processes.
• Experience with requirements management and traceability tools such as DOORS, Polarion, or Codebeamer.
• Experience with Model-Based Design, automatic code generation, and MIL/SIL/HIL verification workflows.
• Experience with simulation and scenario-based validation tools such as CarMaker, CarSim, or similar environments.
• Experience performing resimulation and analysis of real-world driving data.
• Experience with version control systems, JIRA, and configuration management tools.
• Programming experience in C, C++, and Python.
• Experience with rapid prototyping platforms such as dSPACE and ControlDesk.
• Experience with data analysis and calibration tools such as CANoe, CANape, ETAS INCA, or similar platforms.
• Understanding of driver interaction concepts, HMI integration, and customer experience considerations for ADAS features.
• Knowledge of statistical methods, system performance evaluation, and root-cause analysis techniques.

WHY JOIN US?

• You can grow at Aptiv. 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. 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.

YOUR BENEFITS AT APTIV:

• Private health care effective day 1 of employment
• Life and accident insurance
• Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation and Parental leave)
• Relocation assistance may be available
• Learning and development opportunities
• Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers
• Recognition for innovation and excellence
• Opportunities to give back to the community
• Tuition Reimbursement

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