Remote Lead Automotive Software Engineer (Embedded)

Placements24; Riverton (UT); Remote; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Generous paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Automotive Software Engineer to spearhead a distributed development team focused on embedded automotive software. You will guide architecture, coding standards, and testing for ECUs, CAN/LIN networks, and vehicle software platforms.

The role emphasizes leadership, advanced C/C++ for embedded systems, RTOS/Linux, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver robust next‑gen automotive features.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years in software development, with at least 5 years in automotive embedded systems.
• Proven leadership experience managing software teams.
• Strong C/C++ for embedded systems and knowledge of CAN, LIN, FlexRay, Automotive Ethernet.
• Experience with RTOS and embedded Linux; familiarity with AUTOSAR is a plus.
• Solid software design, data structures, algorithms, and debugging skills.
• Excellent communication and remote leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a remote team of automotive software engineers.
• Architect and implement robust software for ECUs and embedded systems.
• Define coding standards, best practices, and development processes.
• Collaborate with hardware, systems, and product teams to define requirements.
• Develop and execute unit, integration, and system tests for software quality.
• Oversee integration with vehicle hardware and networks (CAN, LIN, Ethernet).
• Troubleshoot complex defects and optimize performance.
• Drive continuous improvement of SDLC and tooling.
• Stay current with automotive technologies and trends.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables to ensure timely completion.

Skills

Leadership

C/C++ (embedded)

RTOS / Embedded Linux

Debugging

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/EE

Tools

Git

Build systems

Compilers & Debuggers

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Automotive Software Engineer to spearhead a distributed development team focused on embedded automotive software. You will guide architecture, coding standards, and testing for ECUs, CAN/LIN networks, and vehicle software platforms.

The role emphasizes leadership, advanced C/C++ for embedded systems, RTOS/Linux, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver robust next‑gen automotive features.