Staff Software Engineer, Embedded Radio Software and Connectivity at General Motors

Austin, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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AutomotiveIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Advanced degree preferred
8+ years of experience in embedded Linux kernel development, device driver programming, and board bring-up
Experience in working with different connected system bring-up like BLE, UWB
Strong experience with BSP development, bootloaders (e.g., U-Boot), custom boot policies and firmware integration
Deep knowledge of communication protocols such as UART, PCIe, I2C, SPI, CAN, Ethernet
Experience with Ethernet interfaces (WLAN, LAN), network protocols, and peripheral devices (GNSS, RTC)
Expertise in embedded RTOS (Linux, QNX, FreeRTOS, OSEX, etc.) kernel internals, including memory management, scheduling, file systems, and IPC mechanisms
Proficiency in diagnostics, health monitoring, and fault detection for embedded systems
Familiarity with manufacturing and production support and diagnostics, including hardware validation, firmware flashing, and end-of-line testing
Proficiency in low-level debugging tools (e.g., JTAG, GDB, ftrace, kdump, perf)
Experience with SoC architectures (NXP, Qualcomm) and hardware interaction at the register level
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze complex system issues across software and hardware domains
Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

Develop and enhance Linux kernel and device drivers, including those for multimedia subsystems and networking (WLAN, LAN, BLE, BT5.0)
Lead system bring-up activities, including bootloader configuration, board support package (BSP) development, and low-level debugging
Integrate and optimize hardware components, including USB, PCIe, I2C-connected peripherals, and Ethernet interfaces to ensure seamless operation within our embedded software stack
Develop and implement diagnostics and health monitoring solutions, ensuring system reliability, predictive maintenance, and fault detection in critical automotive systems
Analyze and troubleshoot low-level system issues, particularly in high-speed data buses and network connectivity
Support manufacturing and production processes, including hardware validation, firmware flashing, and end-of-line testing to ensure smooth integration of software into production vehicles
Work closely with hardware teams to validate and debug platform issues, ensuring optimal hardware-software interaction
Define Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) and work towards continuously improving software stability, performance, and maintainability

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Linux KernelDevice DriversWLANBLEBT5.0BootloaderBSPUSBPCIeI2CEthernetDiagnosticsEmbedded SystemsLow-Level DebuggingHardware Validation

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this role remote or hybrid, and what's the location requirement?

This role is categorized as hybrid, meaning the successful candidate is expected to report to Austin, TX three times per week, at minimum.

What are the required qualifications and experience for this position?

Candidates need a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field (advanced degree preferred) and 8+ years of experience in embedded Linux kernel development, device driver programming, and board bring-up.

What key skills in protocols and systems are needed for this role?

Required skills include deep knowledge of communication protocols such as UART, PCIe, I2C, SPI, CAN, Ethernet, experience with Ethernet interfaces (WLAN, LAN), network protocols, peripheral devices (GNSS, RTC), and expertise in embedded RTOS kernel internals.

What is the salary or compensation for this Staff Software Engineer role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What experience makes a candidate stand out for this position?

Strong candidates will have 8+ years in embedded Linux kernel development, experience with connected system bring-up like BLE and UWB, BSP development with bootloaders like U-Boot, and proficiency in diagnostics and health monitoring.

General Motors

Designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles

About General Motors

General Motors designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles and vehicle parts, catering to individual consumers, businesses, and government entities. The company operates in both traditional internal combustion engine vehicles and the growing electric vehicle (EV) market, generating revenue through vehicle sales and financing services. GM stands out from competitors with its commitment to community service, sustainability, and diversity, as evidenced by a majority female Board of Directors. The company's goal is to balance traditional automotive manufacturing with technological advancements in electric and autonomous vehicles.

Detroit, MichiganHeadquarters

1908Year Founded

$486.7MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, Financial ServicesIndustries

10,001+Employees