Vehicle Software Platform Engineer

Your IT Recruiter; Palo Alto, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 193,000; Full time

Job summary

Your IT Recruiter in Palo Alto, CA is seeking a Vehicle Software Platform Engineer to design and build scalable software for next‑generation vehicle platforms. You will develop core modules, middleware, and integration layers that connect vehicle operating systems, compute platforms, and sensor data using production‑quality C++ and Python for in‑vehicle systems.

The role requires 3–5+ years of experience, hands‑on Linux/QNX embedded development, and strong debugging skills in automotive or

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of relevant software engineering experience.
• Hands-on system software development (drivers, filesystems, sockets) on Linux and/or QNX.
• Solid understanding of embedded software/systems and interfaces such as Ethernet and CAN.
• Proven track record shipping production software in automotive, aerospace, defense, robotics, or a nearby embedded domain.
• Strong debugging and troubleshooting; a generalist who dives deep fast and learns continuously.
• Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement application- and middleware-level software features for advanced driving (AD/ADAS) and connected vehicle platforms.
• Develop and maintain C++ and Python modules that interface with sensors, compute nodes, and vehicle systems.
• Contribute to system integration, debugging, and optimization on Linux- and QNX-based environments.
• Set up or adapt build flows and related tooling.
• Collaborate across software, hardware, and systems teams; participate in code reviews and release processes for production software.

Skills

C++

Python

Linux

QNX

Embedded systems

CAN

Ethernet

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Palo Alto, United States

• Salary $120 - $140 per hour (W2 contract)
• State/Province California
• Country United States

Job Description

Vehicle Software Platform Engineer — Palo Alto, CA (Onsite) | W2 Contract (6 months) | $120–$140/hr

Our client, a leader in autonomous and assisted driving, is hiring a Vehicle Software Platform Engineer to design and build scalable application and middleware components for next-generation vehicle software systems. You'll develop core software modules, middleware, and integration layers that connect vehicle operating systems, compute platforms, and sensor data to high-level driving functions — writing production-quality C++ and Python that runs on in-vehicle systems.

What you'll do:

• Design and implement application- and middleware-level software features for advanced driving (AD/ADAS) and connected vehicle platforms.
• Develop and maintain C++ and Python modules that interface with sensors, compute nodes, and vehicle systems.
• Contribute to system integration, debugging, and optimization on Linux- and QNX-based environments.
• Set up or adapt build flows and related tooling.
• Collaborate across software, hardware, and systems teams; participate in code reviews and release processes for production software.

What we're looking for:

• 3–5+ years of relevant software engineering experience.
• Hands-on system software development (drivers, filesystems, sockets) on Linux and/or QNX.
• Solid understanding of embedded software/systems and interfaces such as Ethernet and CAN.
• Proven track record shipping production software in automotive, aerospace, defense, robotics, or a nearby embedded domain.
• Strong debugging and troubleshooting; a generalist who dives deep fast and learns continuously.
• Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field highly preferred.

Details:

• Location: Palo Alto, CA — onsite 5 days/week (no remote or relocation assistance).
• Schedule: Full-time, approx. 9–5/6, PST.
• Engagement: 6-month W2 contract.
• Pay: $120–$140/hr.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.