Automotive Software Engineer

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Health insurance

Career development

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Automotive Software Engineer to join their remote-first team, developing in-vehicle software from infotainment to ADAS. You will design, implement, and test software powering modern automotive features in a distributed, agile environment.

You will work with embedded C/C++, RTOS, and automotive protocols (CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet), contribute to AUTOSAR-style architectures, and collaborate with hardware engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of embedded software development in automotive.
• Proficiency in C/C++ and RTOS.
• Familiarity with CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet.
• Experience with Git, CI/CD, and agile practices.
• Knowledge of ISO 26262 is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain embedded software for automotive control units and in-vehicle systems using languages like C/C++ and Python.
• Design software architectures that are scalable, robust, and meet automotive standards (AUTOSAR).
• Participate in requirements gathering, design, implementation, testing, and deployment.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to define software interfaces and requirements.
• Write unit, integration, and system tests to ensure quality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve defects during development and production.

Skills

Embedded software

C/C++

RTOS

Automotive protocols

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in CS/EE

Tools

Git

CI/CD

Agile

AUTOSAR

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented Automotive Software Engineer to join their innovative, remote-first team focused on developing cutting-edge in-vehicle software solutions. This role involves designing, implementing, and testing software that powers modern automotive features, from infotainment systems to advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS). You will work within an agile development environment, collaborating with a distributed team of engineers, product managers, and UX designers to deliver high-quality, reliable software. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of automotive technology from the comfort of your home office and contribute to a company that is at the forefront of automotive innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain embedded software for automotive control units and in-vehicle systems using languages like C/C++ and Python.
• Design and implement software architectures that are scalable, robust, and meet stringent automotive standards (e.g., AUTOSAR).
• Participate in the entire software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, design, implementation, testing, and deployment.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers and systems architects to define software requirements and interfaces.
• Write comprehensive unit tests, integration tests, and system tests to ensure software quality and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects found during development and in production environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of professional experience in embedded software development, with a focus on the automotive industry.
• Proficiency in C/C++ and experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Familiarity with automotive communication protocols such as CAN, LIN, and Automotive Ethernet.
• Experience with software development tools and methodologies, including version control (Git), CI/CD, and agile practices.
• Understanding of functional safety principles (ISO 26262) is a strong advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses, fully remote.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous paid time off and flexible remote work schedule.
• Opportunities for professional development, attending industry conferences and training.
• Access to advanced simulation and testing tools for remote development.