Staff Embedded Software Engineer - ADAS/ AD

Lucid Motors; Newark, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 179,000 - 263,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Lucid Motors is seeking a senior embedded software engineer to design and optimize platform software for ADAS and autonomous driving. You will perform board bring-up, develop device drivers, and lead camera bring-up with ISP integration.

The role requires Linux or QNX experience, RTOS background, and strong C/C++ skills. Collaboration with hardware and systems teams is essential to ensure robust, secure, and production-ready software across Lucid’s next‑generation vehicles.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of 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: Advanced C++ application development; ADAS or autonomous driving experience.

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 with hardware, systems, and application teams for hardware–software integration.
• Support platform stability, performance optimization, and production readiness.

Skills

Embedded software

C/C++

Linux

RTOS

Device drivers

Hardware interfaces

Bootloaders

Tools

QNX

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 productionhappening in-houseacross our global offices andmanufacturingfacilities.Ourteamscomefromindustriesaround the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence.By refusing to settle, youcanhelpredefinewhat’spossible andshape the future of mobility.

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.

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

At Lucid, we don’t just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.

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)

$179,400—$263,120 USD

Compensation & Benefits: Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits packageincluding 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 alsoparticipatein Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, aredeterminedbased on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results,in accordance withthe 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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