Staff C++ Software Engineer at Sonatus

Sunnyvale, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

AutomotiveIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field
9 years of working experience in software development
Experience with hands-on development and troubleshooting on embedded targets
Solid programming experience in C/C++
Significant experience in systems design involving multi-threading and concurrency
Experience with embedded systems and automotive communication protocols (e.g., CAN) is a plus
Hands-on experience with modern IPC framework, e.g., gRPC, protobuf, vSomeIP, shared memory
Experience with different container technologies: Docker, LXC, Podman
Experience with RTOS, Embedded Linux, Android, and/or other embedded operating systems
Experience with networking technologies such as Ethernet, TCP/IP, HTTP, etc
Hands-on experience with Rust in a product environment is strongly preferred
Experience building edge AI products is highly desirable
Familiarity with Unified Diagnostics Services over CAN or Ethernet
Good understanding of hardware devices such as MCU, CPU, Network Switch, etc
Experience in security-related software development
Proficient in Python or other scripting languages
Experience with automotive product development (e.g., CAN, AUTOSAR, FreeRTOS, etc.)
Experience in project management and agile development methodologies

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and deploy highly complex, resource-efficient, and safety-critical in-vehicle software
Write clean, maintainable code in C++ and adhere to coding standards and best practices
Participate in architecture discussions. Make architectural decisions when needed
Work closely with tech leads, peer engineers, and cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and contribute to the development of solutions that meet those requirements
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to a team of engineers, ensuring best practices in software development, architecture, and code quality
Analyze and enhance the efficiency, stability, and scalability of system resource usage
Contribute to the creation and maintenance of technical documentation, including code comments, design specifications, and testing reports
Work with the Technical Project Management team, ensuring the development schedule is aligned with the project schedule
Review QA test plans. Participate in QA testing events and/or customer on-site testing events

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

C++Software ArchitectureSafety-Critical SoftwareAI ModelsEmbedded Software

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience level is required for this Staff C++ Software Engineer role?

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field, along with 9 years of working experience in software development.

What key technical skills are needed for this position?

Candidates need solid programming experience in C/C++, significant experience in systems design involving multi-threading and concurrency, and hands-on development and troubleshooting on embedded targets.

Is this role remote or does it require working from an office?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What kind of team will I be working with at Sonatus?

You'll join a high-performing, fast-growing cross-functional team responsible for the full software development life cycle, working closely with tech leads, peer engineers, and cross-functional teams on cutting-edge AI models for vehicles.

Sonatus

Platform for software-defined vehicle development

About Sonatus

Sonatus provides a platform for developing software-defined vehicles, focusing on a no-code solution that allows automotive companies to create flexible software architectures. This platform enables the collection and analysis of real-time diagnostic data from vehicles, which helps manufacturers like Hyundai Motor Group to continuously enhance vehicle quality and the ownership experience. Unlike competitors, Sonatus offers a comprehensive solution that spans the entire vehicle lifecycle, from design to after-sales services, allowing for faster innovation and cost reduction. The goal of Sonatus is to drive continuous improvement in automotive software, capitalizing on the increasing demand for software-defined vehicles globally.

Sunnyvale, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2018Year Founded

$107MTotal Funding

SERIES_ACompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Automotive & TransportationIndustries

51-200Employees

Risks

Competition from established firms like Bosch and Continental threatens market share.

Rapid technological advancements may outpace Sonatus' platform updates.

Expansion into new markets may bring regulatory compliance challenges.

Differentiation

Sonatus offers a no-code platform for adaptable vehicle software architectures.

The company partners with major automotive firms like Hyundai for real-time data diagnostics.

Sonatus' Updater solution manages over-the-air updates for software-defined vehicles.

Upsides

Sonatus raised $75 million to accelerate vehicle software innovation.

The company is expanding globally, including into the Japanese market.

Sonatus won two 2024 MotorTrend SDV Innovator Awards for software solutions.

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