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Senior Software Engineer, System Test Design, Simulations

10 days ago

Full time role

In-person · Newark, CA, US... more

Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility

At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility.

We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design – where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience.

Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.

Job Title: Senior Software Engineer, System Test Design, Simulations

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Software Engineer to join our team in developing an in-house simulation platform for the virtualization of automotive software. This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining tools and frameworks to enhance our simulation capabilities, ensuring cross-platform compatibility across Windows, Linux, and QNX systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in embedded systems, cross-platform development, and experience with cloud-based simulation scaling and containerization.

Key Responsibilities:

· Design, develop, and maintain tools and frameworks for an in-house simulation platform targeting the virtualization of automotive software.

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate existing codebases into the simulation platform.

· Compile, debug, and optimize cross-platform code to ensure seamless operation on Windows, Linux, and QNX systems.

· Develop strategies for scaling simulation capabilities on cloud platforms and implement containerization solutions for streamlined environment setups.

· Stay updated with industry trends and advancements in automotive simulation, virtualization, and AUTOSAR standards to drive continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications:

· Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field is required. Master’s degree or higher education is preferred.

· Minimum of 3 years or more of experience in embedded software development, with a focus on automotive systems standards.

· Proficiency in C and C++ programming languages, with experience in Python scripting.

· Experience in developing multithreaded applications.

· Demonstrated experience in cross-platform development and debugging for Windows and Linux operating systems.

· Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker) for scaling simulations and environment setups.

· Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

· Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).

Bonus Qualifications:

· Experience with automotive design processes and norms, such as ISO 26262 and ASPICE.

· Knowledge of in-vehicle networking protocols (e.g., CAN, LIN, Ethernet) and familiarity with AUTOSAR BSW modules.

Salary Range: The compensation range for this position is specific to the locations listed below and is the range Lucid reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; and other relevant business and organizational factors.

Additional Compensation and Benefits: Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs. (Cash or equity incentive awards, if any, will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and company performance.)

Base Pay Range (Annual)

$145,600—$200,200 USD

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