Embedded Software Engineer (Automotive Cockpit)

rinf.tech; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Competitive PTO

Hybrid work model

Job summary

rinf.tech is seeking an embedded software engineer for a leading Tier 1 automotive supplier project in Detroit. You will develop, test, and document embedded software for an ARM-based cockpit SoC running Android and embedded Linux, and take ownership from vehicle interface to HMI.

Join a global team split between Detroit and offshore centers, reviewing code, and growing into integration and local support as we approach launch.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in automotive embedded software.
• Experience in embedded Linux and Android.
• Experience with in-vehicle networks (CAN, Ethernet).
• Ability to turn requirements into design docs and code.
• Authorized to work in the United States; no visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and document embedded software for an ARM-based cockpit SoC running Android and embedded Linux.
• Take ownership of development tasks across end-to-end program scope, from vehicle interface through HMI.
• Collaborate with a global team across Detroit and offshore delivery centers.
• Review code and unit tests, support peer reviews and design discussions.
• Grow into integration, triage, and local technical support as the program moves toward launch.
• Work across software, hardware, systems, and quality teams in an ASPICE-driven process.

Skills

Embedded C/C++

Embedded Linux

Android integration

CAN / CANoe

ASPICE processes

Clear communication

Education

B.S. in Software Engineering / Computer Science

Tools

CANalyzer

CANoe

Job description

#EngineerOfTheFuture, #PeopleofManyTalents

• At rinf.tech, you'll encounter friendly people who are eager to explore and reinvent the world of technology.
• We encourage ideas – we like to share and learn from each other. We're all in for curious & ambitious people.
• Our Automotive business unit works with OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers on infotainment and digital cockpit, autonomous driving, and electrification programs. You'll build expertise across the vehicle, not just one component.
• We continuously invest in developing core teams focused on technologies like Blockchain, AI, and IoT – www.rinf.tech/careers/core-blockchain-and-ai-teams/
• Our Technical Management team possesses a robust technical background. Many of our team members have advanced to strategic roles through internal promotions.
• Fail fast, learn fast: we experiment, we iterate, we know when to stop and we don't repeat the same mistakes.
• The right technology stack for the right problem: we don't force technology choices just because we know them; our focus is on solving problems, not on pushing predefined stacks.
• Adapta Robotics is a successful spin-off born through an R&D project within rinf.tech – www.adaptarobotics.com/

Why do we do what we do?

We inspire one another to share our tech-works in this amazing and abundant world. So we became developers, innovators, thinkers, software builders, and hardware makers!

Our Vision!

Founded in 2006 with 600+ engineers & global presence (delivery centers in Europe, North America and India), we strive to become a leading East-European technology partner for growing organizations in need of digital transformation of their products and services!

What you'll do

• Join the engineering team of a leading Tier 1 automotive supplier on a new digital cockpit program, as a rinf.tech engineer embedded with the client.
• Develop, test, and document embedded software for an ARM-based cockpit SoC running Android (user interface) and embedded/microkernel Linux (real-time and vehicle interface).
• Take ownership of real development tasks across an end-to-end program scope, from vehicle interface through HMI.
• Work day to day with a global engineering team, with development split between the Detroit team and offshore delivery centers.
• Break requirements down into work items, provide effort estimates, and flag risk and priority.
• Review code and unit tests from other engineers, and support peer reviews and design discussions.
• Grow into integration, triage, and local technical support as the program moves toward launch, acting as the program's local software interface.
• Work across software, hardware, systems, and quality teams in an ASPICE-driven development process.

What you need to be successful

• 3+ years of experience in the automotive industry, preferably in electronics or embedded software.
• 3+ years programming in C and/or C++.
• Experience developing on embedded Linux and/or Android.
• Hands‑on experience with in-vehicle networks (CAN, Ethernet) and related tools (CANalyzer, CANoe).
• Ability to turn requirements into functional specifications, design documentation, and working code.
• Experience with AI-assisted development and code generation tools (Claude Code, Codex, or similar).
• Experience working in an ASPICE or similarly structured automotive development process.
• Clear written and verbal communication, and comfort working in a multicultural team.
• Bachelor's degree in software engineering, computer science, or a related field.
• Based in the Detroit metropolitan area, with 3 days per week onsite at the client's Detroit‑area engineering center. No travel outside the Detroit area.
• Authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor visas for this role.

Nice to have

• Experience with digital cockpit, infotainment (IVI), or display ECU programs.
• Familiarity with AUTOSAR, LVDS, or CANdela.
• Familiarity with ISO 26262 (functional safety) and ISO 21434 (cybersecurity).

What we offer you to be successful

• Base salary: $90K–$110K, depending on experience
• Health insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Competitive paid time off
• Hybrid working model: 3 days onsite, 2 remote
• Support from Technical Project Managers and HR representatives to guide your professional growth