Remote Lead Automotive Embedded Software Engineer (ADAS)

Placements24; Rustenburg; Híbrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Fully remote work environment

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Automotive Software Engineer (Embedded Systems) for a fully remote position. You will design, implement, and guide embedded software across ECUs, ADAS, and infotainment, leveraging C/C++, RTOS, and AUTOSAR standards.

You will mentor engineers, set architecture, and ensure robust, scalable solutions in a remote, globally distributed team. The role requires 7+ years in embedded software with leadership experience, strong communication, and a passion for cutting-edge

Formación

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in embedded software development, with at least 2 years in a technical leadership role.
• Extensive experience with embedded C/C++ programming and embedded systems design.
• Proficiency with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded Linux.
• In-depth knowledge of automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet) and standards (AUTOSAR).
• Experience with software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies.
• Strong understanding of software verification and validation techniques, including unit testing and integration testing.
• Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, suitable for a remote team environment.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and build systems.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the design, architecture, and development of embedded software for automotive applications, ensuring robustness, efficiency, and scalability.
• Mentor and guide a team of embedded software engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and collaboration.
• Define software requirements, create detailed technical specifications, and develop comprehensive test plans.
• Implement and optimize embedded software using C/C++ for microcontrollers and embedded processors.
• Develop and integrate software components, ensuring seamless communication using automotive protocols such as CAN, LIN, Ethernet, and AUTOSAR.
• Conduct code reviews, debugging, and performance tuning to ensure software quality and reliability.
• Collaborate closely with hardware engineers, system architects, and QA teams to achieve project milestones.
• Stay abreast of emerging automotive software technologies, standards, and best practices.
• Drive the adoption of new tools, methodologies, and processes to enhance development efficiency and product quality.

Conocimientos

Embedded C/C++

Real-time systems

Software debugging

Communication

Educación

Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering

Herramientas

RTOS

AUTOSAR

CAN

LIN

Ethernet

Git

Build systems

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Automotive Software Engineer (Embedded Systems) for a fully remote position. You will design, implement, and guide embedded software across ECUs, ADAS, and infotainment, leveraging C/C++, RTOS, and AUTOSAR standards.

You will mentor engineers, set architecture, and ensure robust, scalable solutions in a remote, globally distributed team. The role requires 7+ years in embedded software with leadership experience, strong communication, and a passion for cutting-edge