Senior Automotive Software Engineer

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Fully remote work

Flexible scheduling

Learning budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Automotive Software Engineer to join a remote-first development team. You will design, develop, and implement software for infotainment, autonomous driving, and vehicle connectivity from your home office.

You will work with an international team across the full software lifecycle, delivering robust embedded solutions in C++, Python, and Ada while complying with automotive standards like AUTOSAR.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience, embedded systems focus.
• Strong programming in C++ and Python with AUTOSAR knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop embedded software for automotive control units and in-vehicle systems.
• Write clean, efficient, well-documented code in C++, Python, or Ada.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define software requirements and architecture.
• Implement unit tests, integration tests, and system tests to ensure software quality.

Skills

C++

Python

Ada

AUTOSAR

RTOS

Education

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

Job description

About the Role

Our client is searching for an experienced Senior Automotive Software Engineer to join their cutting-edge, remote-first development team. You will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and implementing sophisticated software solutions for next-generation automotive systems, including infotainment, autonomous driving, and vehicle connectivity. Working from home, you will collaborate with a globally distributed team of engineers and product managers, contributing to the full software development lifecycle. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of automotive technology from the comfort of your own workspace, driving innovation in a rapidly evolving industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop embedded software for automotive control units and in-vehicle systems.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in languages such as C++, Python, or Ada.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define software requirements and architecture.
• Implement and execute unit tests, integration tests, and system tests to ensure software quality.
• Debug and resolve software defects, optimize performance, and contribute to release management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in software development , with a focus on embedded systems.
• Strong programming skills in C++ and/or Python, with experience in automotive software standards (e.g., AUTOSAR).
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and stock options.
• Fully remote work environment with flexible scheduling.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off and parental leave policies.
• Access to online learning platforms and professional development budgets.