Senior Embedded Software Engineer, Platform Software

Lucid Motors; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 158,000 - 218,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability coverage

Paid time off

Paid holidays and sick leave

401(k) retirement plan

Equity program

Discretionary annual cash incentive

Job summary

Lucid Motors is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to design and develop platform software for powertrain and high voltage ECUs, spanning prototype to production. You will lead critical components, ensuring reliability and performance in EV systems.

Qualifications include 8+ years in embedded C/C++ with RTOS, board bring-up, debugging, and scripting to optimize workflows. Bachelor’s required; Master’s preferred. Join a team delivering cutting-edge mobility tech.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in embedded software
• Proficiency in C/C++ with embedded C for resource-constrained environments
• Extensive RTOS experience
• Ability to read schematics and data sheets
• Hands-on experience with on-chip debugging tools and troubleshooting hardware and software
• Experience with board bring-up processes
• Proficiency with scripting to optimize development and testing

Responsibilities

• Design and develop platform software for powertrain and high voltage ECUs
• Lead development of reliable platform components for EVs
• Provide design, development, and debugging support for integration into control units
• Conduct design and code reviews to optimize platform software
• Develop and implement robust design and product validation test programs

Skills

C/C++ programming

RTOS experience

Embedded development

Board bring-up

Schematic reading

On-chip debugging

Scripting for automation

Education

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

Master's degree or higher in Computer Science/Computer Engineering/Electrical Engineering

Tools

On-chip debugging tools

Scripting for testing

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-houseacross our global offices andmanufacturingfacilities. Ourteamscomefromindustriesaround 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.

Senior Embedded Software Engineer, Platform Software

Overview: As a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Platform Software, you will play a pivotal role in designing and developing sophisticated platform software for multiple electronic control units, working on projects from prototype stages through to production.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop advanced platform software, focusing on low-level and middleware components for powertrain and high voltage electronic control units.
• Lead the development of highly reliable and critical components for electric vehicles, ensuring exceptional performance and reliability.
• Provide comprehensive design, development, and debugging support for the integration of individual functions into control units.
• Conduct thorough design and code reviews to optimize platform software.
• Develop and implement robust design and product validation test programs to ensure the durability and robustness of the software.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience
• Proficiency in C/C++ programming languages, with embedded C development experience for resource constrained environments preferred
• Extensive experience with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) and their architectures.

• Strong ability to read and interpret schematics and data sheets.
• Hands-on experience with on-chip debugging tools and the ability to troubleshoot both software and hardware issues.
• Experience with board bring-up processes.
• Proficiency in using scripting tools and methods to optimize software development and testing activities.

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field is required.
• Master's degree or higher education in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field is preferred.

Join our team and contribute to the development of cutting-edge electric vehicle technologies, working alongside industry leaders in a dynamic and innovative environment.

Salary Range

The compensation range for this position is specific to the locations listed below and is the range Lucid reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; and other relevant business and organizational factors.

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 a401(k) retirementplan. 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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