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What we offer:Job Responsibilities:
The Principal Software Engineer is responsible for developing embedded software including design and development for safety critical automotive computer vision-based applications. The candidate must have programming experience with GPU, ARM architecture, OpenGL ES, OpenVX, C/C++ on QNX or Linux operating systems, develop the software for Image Signal Processing (ISP), using a formal software process model like ASPICE.
Your Responsibilities
Development (design, implement, test and debug) of core and/or application specific software requirements for automotive embedded electronic module serial production projects
Develop software in compliance with a formal ASPICE/Comma based Global Engineering Process (GEP)
Perform work assignments as a highly competent software engineer, requiring independent design, implementation and testing of the software components.
Interface with product development teams located in various geographical locations
Ability to adapt to changing software release schedules and multitask in a fast-paced environment
Real-time embedded software using C++ for 32/64-bit multicore SoC/microcontrollers
Experience programming for ISPs, GPUs optimally for both compute and visualization tasks
Strong understanding of Image Quality Metrics and Test Patterns, camera MTF tests
Camera image quality tuning for Automotive applications like Internal cabin, external cameras, Machine Vision, Human Vision, etc.
Experience with OS/BSP, Camera device driver development
Experience with design, implement, test and debug of embedded software for automotive electronic modules
Experience with developing software in compliance with a formal ASPICE based Global Engineering Process (GEP)
Hardware/Software (HW/SW) integration, Software configuration management, Full software life-cycle development
ISO26262 Functional safety software development experience
Ability to successfully contribute to multi-disciplined team.
Who we are looking for
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering / Software Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Computer Science or equivalent (Master’s preferred)
Experience
5 years or more relevant experience for development Camera drivers, ISP tuning, etc. software development.
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure
As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.
Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent
- Master's degree (preferred)
- 5+ years relevant experience (camera drivers, ISP tuning, embedded software)
- Proficient in C and C++ for real-time embedded systems
- Experience with GPU programming and ARM architecture optimization
- Experience with OpenGL ES and OpenVX
- Experience developing on QNX or Linux OS (OS/BSP work)
- ISP (Image Signal Processing) development and camera image quality tuning
- Camera device driver development
- Knowledge of Image Quality Metrics, Test Patterns, and camera MTF tests
- Experience with ASPICE / Global Engineering Process (GEP) software development
- ISO 26262 functional safety software development experience
- Hardware/software integration and full software lifecycle experience
- Software configuration management experience
What We Do
We are a mobility company that innovates like a start-up and thinks like a technology company. This helps us anticipate change in one of the most complex industries in the world and respond quickly. We depend on a team of 171,000 dynamic, entrepreneurial-minded employees in an environment where great ideas flourish. Our presence spans 343 manufacturing operations and 88 product development, engineering and sales centers in 29 countries. We understand that you need a career as unique as you are. Whether you want to advance your existing expertise or try something completely different, we are committed to your growth.
Why Work With Us
At Magna, our engineering team is advancing mobility for everyone and everything. Joining this team means being a part of the design, development, and manufacturing of the world’s most advanced mobility technology. Innovations that move families, shape communities, and improve lives. You can follow your passions and shape your own career path.
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