Job Specifications
We are seeking a Lead Base Software Systems Engineer to support VHIL labs, production, and pre-production plant setups. This role requires broad systems expertise in embedded software platforms on microcontroller with hands-on debugging across Bootloaders, Operating Systems, AUTOSAR Middleware stacks Communication, Diagnostics, Flashing tools & FOTA processes. The engineer will act as a first responder in production environments, driving rapid issue resolution and ensuring system readiness for vehicle integration.
Key Responsibilities
Debug and triage embedded software issues in Plant, VHIL, and Production setups.
Travel as required to production plants, test facilities to support on-site issue resolution.
Support system bring-up and troubleshooting of bootloaders, AUTOSAR OS, HWIO, COM, DCM, MEM stacks.
Automotive Ethernet and SOME-IP.
Support diagnostic flashing processes (UDS-based flashing, DoIP-based flashing, plant reprogramming workflows).
Collaborate with FOTA teams to debug Firmware Over-The-Air update mechanisms, including campaign execution, partial updates, and rollback handling.
Develop and maintain tools/scripts for log capture, automated debugging, and flashing workflows.
Ensure comprehensive diagnostic coverage (UDS, DoIP, SOME/IP, OBD-II) and plant readiness.
Collaborate with Base SW, Integration, Cockpit Infotainment, Connectivity, and Plant teams for root-cause analysis and resolution.
Document and share root causes, workarounds, and lessons learned to drive continuous improvement.
Profil
Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related Engineering field
5+ years of experience working in embedded software development with C and/or C++
Ability to work collaboratively and technically lead a diverse team which is distributed globally.
Excellent knowledge of Classic AUTOSAR concepts, architecture, and specifications
Experience configuring and integrating AUTOSAR basic software stack including OS, COM, DIAG, MEM.
Experience with configuring MCAL, developing I/O Hardware Abstraction and ability to interpret hardware schematic
Experience with Multicore architecture and Functional Safety concepts
Experience with Cybersecurity concepts, configuration of HSM and implementation of message authentication
Experience with Compilers, Emulators, Debuggers, and other software development tools
Preferred Qualifications
Master of Science degree from an ABET accredited university
8 years of hands-on experience working in embedded software development with C and/or C++
At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit and business needs. We welcome applications from people of all gender identities, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation and disability. Diverse teams will allow us to better meet the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.
About the Company
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