Lead Automotive Software Developer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary with performance bonuses

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with employer

Career advancement opportunities

Access to advanced development tools

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein seeks a visionary Lead Automotive Software Developer to drive software initiatives for infotainment, ECUs, and connected car tech. You will mentor engineers, shape technical direction, and ensure robust delivery in a hybrid work setup.

You will lead the full SDLC, collaborate with hardware and product teams, promote CI/CD, and stay ahead of automotive software trends. A 7+ year background in automotive software and strong C/C++/Java/Python skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS/SE or related field.
• 7+ years of software development experience with automotive software.
• Proven leadership of software development teams.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++, Java, or Python for automotive applications.
• Experience with embedded systems and automotive communication protocols CAN, LIN, Ethernet.
• Excellent understanding of software architecture patterns and design principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of software developers through the full SDLC.
• Architect and implement scalable software for automotive systems.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers and product managers to define software requirements.
• Drive best practices including code reviews, automated testing, and CI/CD.
• Troubleshoot complex defects and performance issues.
• Stay abreast of emerging automotive software and embedded systems trends.

Skills

Leadership

C/C++

Java

Python

Embedded systems

RTOS

CAN

LIN

Ethernet

Software architecture

Education

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

Tools

CAN bus protocols

LIN bus protocols

Ethernet

RTOS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary Lead Automotive Software Developer to spearhead their software development initiatives in Bloemfontein . This senior role involves leading a team of talented engineers in the design, development, and implementation of cutting-edge software solutions for automotive applications, including infotainment systems, vehicle control units, and connected car technologies. You will play a critical role in shaping the technical direction, mentoring junior developers, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, robust software. This hybrid position offers the opportunity to contribute significantly to the future of automotive technology while maintaining a flexible work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of software developers throughout the entire software development lifecycle.


• Architect, design, and implement scalable and reliable software solutions for automotive systems.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers and product managers, to define software requirements.


• Drive best practices in software development, including code reviews, automated testing, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD).


• Troubleshoot and resolve complex software defects and performance issues.


• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and trends in automotive software and embedded systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.


• Extensive experience (7+ years) in software development, with a significant portion focused on automotive software .


• Proven experience in leading software development teams and projects.


• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++, Java, or Python, commonly used in automotive.


• Experience with embedded systems, real-time operating systems (RTOS), and automotive communication protocols (e.g., CAN, LIN, Ethernet).


• Excellent understanding of software architecture patterns and design principles.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with generous performance bonuses.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.


• Retirement savings plan with employer matching.


• Significant opportunities for career advancement and professional development.


• Access to advanced development tools and technologies.


• Hybrid work environment that promotes flexibility and collaboration.