Senior Software Engineer-HMI and Unity

DeWinter Group; Palo Alto (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

DeWinter Group in Palo Alto, CA is seeking a Senior Software Engineer focused on HMI and Unity to craft immersive, real-time vehicle visualizations and interactive simulations embedded in web environments. You will integrate Unity applications with live vehicle data streams, build reusable frameworks, and participate in on-site vehicle and simulator testing to validate HMI behaviors at the cockpit level.

Collaborate with a high-performing team, apply modern software practices, and contribute to

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional software engineering experience.
• 3+ years of hands-on Unity and C# development in a production setting.
• Experience consuming and integrating real-time data streams via WebSockets and related APIs.
• Deep understanding of game engine architecture, rendering pipelines, and performance optimization.
• Proficiency with Git, CI/CD, automated testing, and debugging in multithreaded environments.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Robotics, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Develop immersive, real-time 3D vehicle visualizations and cockpit displays.
• Integrate Unity applications with real-time vehicle data streams and web environments.
• Build reusable frameworks and middleware for HMI visualizations and AD/ADAS data representations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and participate in on-site vehicle testing to validate HMI behaviors.

Skills

Real-time data streams

Multithreaded debugging

Performance optimization

Git

CI/CD

Automated testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Robotics

Tools

Unity

C#

WebSockets

REST API

Protobuf

CAN

LIN

Ethernet

DDS

Job description

Senior Software Engineer - HMI and Unity

Join a cutting-edge automotive technology leader as a Senior Software Engineer specializing in HMI and Unity development. In this pivotal role, you will craft immersive, real-time 3D vehicle visualizations and interactive simulations embedded within web environments, directly impacting next-generation automotive interfaces and driver experiences. Collaborate with a high-performing team to develop high-fidelity cockpit displays, instrument clusters, and AD/ADAS visualizations that bridge advanced self-driving tech with consumer engagement. Your work will involve integrating Unity applications with real-time vehicle data streams, building reusable frameworks, and participating in on-site vehicle testing to ensure seamless and validated HMI behaviors.

Required Skills:

• Over 7 years of professional software engineering experience, with a solid foundation in computer science principles
• At least 3 years of hands-on Unity and C# development in a production setting
• Proven expertise in consuming and integrating real-time data streams via WebSockets and related APIs
• Deep understanding of game engine architecture, rendering pipelines, scene management, and performance optimization
• Proficiency with modern software practices including Git, CI/CD, automated testing, and debugging in complex, multithreaded environments
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Robotics, or an equivalent engineering discipline

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience with C++ and additional languages such as Python, TypeScript, or protocols like REST API, Protobuf, CAN, LIN, Ethernet, DDS
• Background in automotive HMI, AD/ADAS systems, robotics, or driver-in-the-loop simulation
• Exposure to embedded or real-time operating systems, custom shaders, and GPU performance tuning

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field
• 7+ years of professional software engineering experience, with demonstrated Unity development expertise

Other Requirements:

• Hybrid work environment based in Palo Alto, CA or Ann Arbor, MI (core hours starting at 9:00 AM) with 3 days/week on-site attendance; Palo Alto preferred
• Ability to participate in on-site vehicle and simulator testing in Palo Alto or Ann Arbor
• Must possess work authorization for the United States

This role offers an exciting opportunity to influence the future of automotive HMI technology and work within a collaborative environment dedicated to innovation.