Staff Embedded Software Engineer - ADAS/ AD

Lucidmotors; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 179,400 - 263,120; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability coverage

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Equity program and cash incentive program

Job summary

Lucidmotors in Newark, California, is seeking an experienced embedded software developer to design and optimize software for advanced automotive systems. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in embedded development, strong C/C++ skills, and experience with Linux or QNX.

Join us to shape next-generation vehicles and ensure platform stability and performance. Lucidmotors offers a competitive salary alongside comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and equity participation.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in embedded software development for complex systems.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++.
• Hands‑on experience with Linux and/or QNX kernel, BSP, and low‑level platform development.
• Solid experience with board bring‑up and device driver development, including interfaces such as I2C, UART, SPI, PCIe, RGMII, SGMII, and camera ISPs.
• Experience working with real‑time operating systems (RTOS).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize embedded platform software for automotive ADAS and autonomous driving systems.
• Perform board bring‑up and develop low‑level device drivers for SoC peripherals.
• Lead camera bring‑up activities, including ISP integration and validation.
• Develop and integrate video pipelines, including video codecs and secure RTP streaming.
• Collaborate closely with hardware, systems, and application teams to ensure seamless hardware–software integration.
• Support platform stability, performance optimization, and production readiness.

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize embedded platform software for automotive ADAS and autonomous driving systems
• Perform board bring‑up and develop low‑level device drivers for SoC peripherals
• Lead camera bring‑up activities, including ISP integration and validation
• Develop and integrate video pipelines, including video codecs and secure RTP streaming
• Collaborate closely with hardware, systems, and application teams to ensure seamless hardware–software integration
• Support platform stability, performance optimization, and production readiness

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in embedded software development for complex systems
• Strong proficiency in C/C++
• Hands‑on experience with Linux and/or QNX kernel, BSP, and low‑level platform development
• Solid experience with board bring‑up and device driver development, including interfaces such as I2C, UART, SPI, PCIe, RGMII, SGMII, and camera ISPs
• Experience working with real‑time operating systems (RTOS)

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced C++ application development experience
• Prior experience in ADAS or autonomous driving systems
• Ability to read and interpret hardware schematics, datasheets, and reference designs
• Experience with bootloaders, secure boot, firmware update mechanisms, and UDS diagnostics
• Strong understanding of embedded security concepts, including cryptographic hardware, key management, and certificate management

About You

You are a strong problem‑solver with excellent communication skills, comfortable working in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional environment. You take ownership, collaborate effectively across disciplines, and are motivated by building reliable, secure platforms for cutting‑edge automotive technology.

If you are passionate about embedded systems and autonomous driving and want to make a tangible impact on next‑generation vehicles, we encourage you to apply.

Salary Range

Base Pay Range (Annual): $179,400 — $263,120 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; a401(k) retirement plan. 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.

Accessibility

Lucid Motors is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need any accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at [e-mail].

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