Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Job DescriptionOur team develops firmware and controls for HV embedded systems including battery management systems, charging and motor control. In this role, you will be collaborating with many cross-functional teams from electrical architecture, system integration, and other platform software engineers for firmware development through all stages of the program development.ResponsibilitiesWhat you’ll be able to do:• Lead the design and implementation of the firmware running on a distributed embedded system with multiple microcontrollers with a focus on optimizing power/energy consumption and safety.• Specification, design, implementation, and testing of both bare metal and RTOS low-level software for energy management and powertrain controls applications.• Develop embedded software from low-level base software to application modules.• Design and specify interfaces between application software and firmware.• Develop multicore, timing-critical software architectures.• Work with/resolve ambiguity in requirements/specifications/designs.• Create elegant, efficient real-time software components and interfaces.• Develop software component testing methodologies and implementations to ensure maturity/stability/release readiness.• Work with hardware and debuggers at a bench and HIL level to verify software operation.• Design ISO26262-compliant software.• Define system-level power requirements and implement low-power modes of operation for each of the microcontrollers.• Instrument and profile software to identify opportunities for optimization on the submodule and system level.• Early phases of firmware development will focus on hardware validation, labcar testing, and setting up the automation framework for a unit. SIL and HIL testing.• Develop comprehensive test plans and perform thorough testing to validate firmware functionality, stability, and performance under various conditions, including low power modes.• Hands-on hardware bring-up, system debugging, and code optimization.• Ability to collaborate and communicate complex technical concepts.• Ability to deliver high-quality C code in a real-time embedded environment.• Proficiency in a variety of embedded architectures, from bare metal to RTOS implementations, as well as a deep understanding of modern multi-core 32-bit embedded controller peripherals and architecture.• Understanding of CI/CD pipeline and software build infrastructure.• Strong Python coding skills to support test automation.QualificationsThe minimum requirements we seek:• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, experience with evidence of exceptional ability, or equivalent.• 3+ years of relevant experience in embedded design• High proficiency in programming experience using Python or Embedded C/C++• Highly collaborative mindset and strong communication skills• Knowledge of electrical engineering fundamentals including circuit analysis and design• Experience with JIRA/Confluence or a similar system for tracking inputs/results.Preferred Requirements:• Experience in low-level driver development and RTOS integration.• Experience with software build tools like Bazel, Scons, Cmake etc.• Experience with fundamental hardware components on PCB and their analysis tools. • Ability to write testing scripts for using scripting languages (Python)• Fluent in software fundamentals including software design and maintainability. • Hands-on experience in hardware bring-up, system debugging, and code optimization.• Knowledge of electrical engineering fundamentals including circuit analysis and designWhat you’ll receive in return:As part of the Ford family, you’ll enjoy excellent compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes generous PTO, retirement, savings and stock investment plans, incentive compensation and much more. You’ll also experience exciting opportunities for professional and personal growth and recognition.If you have what it takes to help us redefine the future of mobility, we would love to have you join us.Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is available for this position.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.For information on Ford's salary and benefits, please visit: https://corporate.ford.com/content/dam/corporate/us/en-us/documents/careers/2024-benefits-and-comp-LL6-sal-plan-2.pdfAt Ford, the health and safety of our employees is our top priority. Vaccination has been proven to play a critical role in combatting COVID-19. As a result, Ford has made the decision to require U.S. salaried employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless employees require an accommodation for religious or medical reasons. Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination or an approved medical or religious exemption.