Lead Automotive Software Engineer - Embedded & ADAS

Placements24

Centurion

On-site

ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses
Health & retirement benefits
Paid time off
R&D facilities
Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Lead Automotive Software Engineer to spearhead embedded software for next-generation vehicles in Centurion. You will design, develop, and implement software across embedded systems, infotainment, and ADAS while mentoring a team of engineers and defining technical roadmaps.

The role requires 8+ years in automotive software, strong C/C++, Embedded Linux, and RTOS expertise, plus familiarity with AUTOSAR and ISO 26262.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Extensive automotive software development experience (8+ years) with embedded systems.
  • Proven leadership and mentoring capabilities in a lead/senior role.
  • Strong in C/C++, embedded Linux, and RTOS; familiarity with automotive protocols.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, architecture, and development of embedded software for automotive applications.
  • Mentor and guide a team of software engineers, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Define software development processes, coding standards, and best practices for automotive software.
  • Collaborate with hardware engineers, product managers, and testing teams for seamless integration.
  • Develop and implement robust testing strategies including unit/integration/system testing.
  • Stay abreast of automotive tech trends, regulatory requirements and standards.

Skills

Leadership
Mentoring
Team collaboration

Education

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

Tools

C/C++
Embedded Linux
RTOS
CAN
LIN
Automotive Ethernet
AUTOSAR
ISO 26262

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Lead Automotive Software Engineer to spearhead embedded software for next-generation vehicles in Centurion. You will design, develop, and implement software across embedded systems, infotainment, and ADAS while mentoring a team of engineers and defining technical roadmaps.

The role requires 8+ years in automotive software, strong C/C++, Embedded Linux, and RTOS expertise, plus familiarity with AUTOSAR and ISO 26262.

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