Staff Software Engineer, Automotive Networking at Sonatus

Sunnyvale, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Automotive, Software-Defined VehiclesIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field
7+ years of software development experience, with at least 3 years in automotive Ethernet networking, building in-vehicle networking software for major OEMs
Proven experience as a Tech Lead in software development
Deep understanding of automotive Ethernet, switch chip programming, and network configuration protocols
Hands-on experience with YANG modeling, NETCONF, and preferably CORECONF
Strong background in embedded systems, C/C++, and Linux-based development environments
Familiarity with TSN, SOME/IP, CAN/CAN-FD, and network diagnostics tools and standards
Understanding of network topologies, Automotive E/E Architecture, QoS management, and security in automotive networks (e.g. MACSEC)
Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to inspire and guide a team of engineers
Experience in hands-on development and troubleshooting on embedded targets
Proven experience in system design involving multi-threading and concurrency

Responsibilities

Serve as a tech lead leading a group of engineers in architecting, developing, and delivering in-vehicle Ethernet networking management software
Drive technical direction for network design, configuration, monitoring, and diagnostics modules
Mentor engineers and ensure adherence to software best practices and high-quality standards
Work closely with system architects, product managers, and hardware teams to translate product requirements into robust software components
Engage with automotive OEMs and Tier-1 partners to align on standards, diagnostics protocols, and network management interfaces
Contribute to product roadmaps and technical strategy in areas such as TSN (Time Sensitive Networking), SOME/IP, and service-oriented architectures
Stay current with evolving standards (IEEE, AUTOSAR Adaptive, OpenAlliance) and integrate relevant technologies into the product

Skills

Ethernet

Automotive Networking

Software Architecture

Network Design

Network Configuration

Network Monitoring

Diagnostics

Tech Lead

Mentoring

Software Development Lifecycle

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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