Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer - Battery Software

Socket.dev; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 158,000 - 218,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Equity program

Job summary

Lucid Motors is seeking a Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer to lead battery management software development for real‑time embedded systems, delivering architecture, design and high‑quality code.

The role emphasizes cross‑functional collaboration, mission‑critical feature development, and ownership of key components such as state machines and diagnostics within a fast‑moving automotive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field required; master's preferred.
• 5+ years of embedded software development experience including architecture, design, coding, testing, and release.
• 3+ years of experience with C (required) and/or Python.
• 2+ years of experience with schematics and peripheral interfaces.
• Safety‑critical multi‑core development experience.

Responsibilities

• Innovative Architecture and Design: Spearhead the development of sophisticated software architecture and design to solve complex challenges in battery management.
• High‑Performance Software Development: Implement robust software solutions for real‑time embedded systems, ensuring high performance and reliability.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Work closely with a dynamic team to advance state‑of‑the‑art battery management and energy intelligence features.
• Mission‑Critical Feature Development: Design, develop, and own mission‑critical features such as state machines, fault handling, diagnostics etc.
• Versatile Support: Assist the department with additional duties and tasks as needed.

Skills

Embedded software

C programming

Real-time systems

Multi-core safety-critical

Software architecture

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

AUTOSAR

Automotive Ethernet

UDS

Job description

About Lucid

At Lucid, we are creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucid’s proprietary technology and software-defined vehicle architecture, our award-winning vehicles bring our “Compromise Nothing™” approach to the global automotive market. That means refusing to choose between performance and sustainability, design and engineering, ambition and integrity. In Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity, we have designed and built vehicles that have redefined their segments, combining exceptional range, performance, design, and expansive space in a single experience.

We achieve this through deep vertical integration, with design, engineering, and production happening in-house across our global offices and manufacturing facilities. Our teams come from industries around the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence. By refusing to settle, you can help redefine what’s possible and shape the future of mobility.

Lead Innovation in Battery Management

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? As a Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in developing world‑class battery management software (BMS). This senior position involves creating sophisticated architecture and design solutions to tackle complex problems, delivering high‑quality software for real‑time embedded systems, and ensuring the development of exceptionally reliable software.

What You’ll Do:

• Innovative Architecture and Design: Spearhead the development of sophisticated software architecture and design to solve complex challenges in battery management.
• High‑Performance Software Development: Implement robust software solutions for real‑time embedded systems, ensuring high performance and reliability, setting the standard for excellence in every product.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Work closely with a dynamic team to advance our state‑of‑the‑art battery management and energy intelligence features.
• Mission‑Critical Feature Development: Design, develop, and own mission‑critical features such as state machines, fault handling, diagnostics etc.
• Versatile Support: Assist the department with additional duties and tasks as needed.

What You’ll Bring:

• Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field(s) is required. Master's degree or higher education is preferred.
• Professional Experience: 5+ years of embedded software development experience, including architecture, design, coding, testing, and release.
• Programming Expertise: 3+ years of experience using C (required) and/or Python.
• Hardware Proficiency: 2+ years of experience with schematics and peripheral interfaces.
• Safety‑Critical Systems: Experience in multi‑core development for safety‑critical systems.
• Design and Development Tools: Proficiency with software design and development tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Industry Experience: Experience developing BMS or working in EV or automotive industry.
• Technical Expertise: Knowledge of AUTOSAR, Automotive Ethernet, UDS, etc.
• Software Tools: Experience with MATLAB/Simulink.
• Process Knowledge: Familiarity with Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and software engineering processes.

Salary Range

Base Pay Range (Annual)

$158,400 — $217,800 USD

Compensation & Benefits:

Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays, paid sick leave; and a 401(k) retirement plan. Hourly/non‑exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off, and salaried/exempt employee accrue up to 160 hours paid time off. Eligible employees may also participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, are determined based on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results, in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

Equal Opportunity: At Lucid, we believe diversity strengthens everything we build. Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal laws and regulations.

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