Remote Automotive Systems Engineer — Embedded & Cloud

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work flexibility

Competitive salary and performance‑dr{

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive remote culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Automotive Systems Engineer with a strong focus on software development. This fully remote role allows you to work from anywhere in South Africa, contributing to cutting-edge automotive software projects and cloud-connected vehicle services.

You will design, develop, test, and validate software for embedded control units and infotainment systems, using C++, Python, and Java.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in software development, preferably within the automotive industry.
• Proficiency in C++, Python, Java, or other relevant programming languages.
• Experience with embedded systems development and real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Familiarity with automotive communication protocols (e.g., CAN, LIN, Ethernet).
• Strong understanding of software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum).
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Ability to work effectively and independently in a remote team environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement embedded software for automotive control units.
• Develop and maintain software for in-vehicle infotainment systems and connectivity platforms.
• Write efficient, maintainable, and well-documented code in languages such as C++, Python, or Java.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers and system architects, in a remote setting.
• Perform unit testing, integration testing, and validation of software components.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and issues.
• Contribute to the definition and refinement of software requirements and architectures.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and technologies in automotive software engineering.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to standards.
• Document software designs, implementations, and test procedures thoroughly.

Skills

C++

Python

Java

RTOS

Embedded systems

Git

Agile/Scrum

CAN/LIN/Ethernet

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Git

CAN

LIN

Ethernet

RTOS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Automotive Systems Engineer with a strong focus on software development. This fully remote role allows you to work from anywhere in South Africa, contributing to cutting-edge automotive software projects and cloud-connected vehicle services.

You will design, develop, test, and validate software for embedded control units and infotainment systems, using C++, Python, and Java.