Automotive Digital Key Embedded Systems Engineer

Apton, Inc.; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Apton, Inc. in Mountain View, CA seeks an experienced embedded systems engineer to lead the development of Automotive Digital Key and Vehicle Access solutions, integrating BLE/NFC/UWB and ensuring CCC certification.

The role requires strong C/C++, FreeRTOS, Classic AUTOSAR, ISO 26262 Functional Safety, and hands-on work across middleware, ECU platforms, and validation activities in a fast-paced automotive environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Automotive Digital Key systems.
• CCC Digital Key certification processes and compliance.
• Strong understanding of BLE architecture, profiles, GATT/GAP, pairing/bonding, security and connection management.
• Proficiency in C/C++ programming.
• Hands-on experience with FreeRTOS and embedded RTOS development.
• Experience with Classic AUTOSAR.
• Familiarity with ISO 26262 functional-safety concepts and processes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver secure, reliable Automotive Digital Key and Vehicle Access solutions across BLE/NFC/UWB interfaces.
• Bridge Digital Key middleware with FreeRTOS, Classic AUTOSAR, and ASIL-compliant ECU platforms through development, integration, vehicle validation, and CCC certification.

Skills

Automotive Digital Key systems

CCC Digital Key certification

BLE architecture & security

C/C++

FreeRTOS

Classic AUTOSAR

ISO 26262

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Science, Embedded Systems, or related

Job description

Apton, Inc. in Mountain View, CA seeks an experienced embedded systems engineer to lead the development of Automotive Digital Key and Vehicle Access solutions, integrating BLE/NFC/UWB and ensuring CCC certification.

The role requires strong C/C++, FreeRTOS, Classic AUTOSAR, ISO 26262 Functional Safety, and hands-on work across middleware, ECU platforms, and validation activities in a fast-paced automotive environment.