We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company that provides solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects. For decades, we’ve been helping our clients develop products that are changing the world, whether that’s by shaping the future of space exploration, saving lives with medical devices that set a new standard of care, or creating the fully autonomous electric taxi of tomorrow. Our team of more than 600 people works across industries including aerospace, medical devices and life sciences, unmanned systems and robotics, automotive OEM and tier 1 suppliers, commercial vehicle, electric vehicles, rail, and more. Our offices across the US have different industry focuses and engage with our clients in different ways, ranging from working on-site at client facilities to performing product development at our delivery centers.
ALTEN Group, our parent company, has been a leader in engineering and information technology for more than 30 years. ALTEN Group operates in 30 countries across Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East and employs more than 36,000 people, 88% of whom are engineers. The company covers the whole development cycle and offers a choice of service levels, from technology consulting to complete project outsourcing.
When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you join a group of people passionate about collaborating to solve some of the world’s most technical engineering challenges. Our success is tied to taking care of our employees by building relationships and providing opportunities for mentorship and career growth. We offer comprehensive benefits for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer matching; paid time off (PTO); paid parental leave; and mentorship to help you take your career to the next level. You don’t have to take our word for it that we are a great place to work—we were named on the 2023 Top Workplaces list thanks to feedback from our proud employees.
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled and proactive Embedded Software Engineer to provide onsite support for automotive embedded software development and integration. The ideal candidate will have strong fundamentals in embedded systems, hands-on experience in debugging complex hardware-software issues, and a solid understanding of automotive system components such as camera, display, audio, and connectivity modules.
Key Responsibilities
Provide hands-on support for embedded software development, integration, and troubleshooting at the customer site.
Work on Linux and/or RTOS-based systems, including BSP (Board Support Package) integration, kernel configuration, and device driver development.
Debug issues across hardware and software boundaries using tools such as Lauterbach, JTAG, Oscilloscope, Logic Analyzer, and Flashing tools.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware, software, and system engineers to identify and resolve system-level issues.
Support board bring-up activities and validate interface protocol stacks (SPI, I2C, Ethernet, PCIe, CAN).
Develop and maintain scripts in Python or shell to support automation and diagnostics.
Own and deliver software pipelines for at least one of the following embedded automotive components:
Camera systems
Displays
Audio systems
Bluetooth / Wi-Fi modules
Required Skills and Experience
Strong experience in C/C++ programming for embedded systems.
In-depth knowledge of Linux and/or real-time operating systems (RTOS).
Proficient in kernel configuration, device drivers, and system-level debugging.
Solid experience with hardware debugging tools: Lauterbach, Oscilloscope, JTAG, etc.
Familiarity with interface protocols: SPI, I2C, Ethernet, PCIe, CAN.
Scripting experience in Python and/or Shell.
Excellent analytical and communication skills, with the ability to work across teams and organizations.
Preferred Qualifications
Hands-on experience with automotive infotainment or connectivity platforms.
Exposure to automotive-grade hypervisors such as QNX or similar.
Prior experience working in an automotive embedded development environment.
Salary Range: $100,000-130,000
The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience
ALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.
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What We Do
ALTEN Technology USA is an engineering consulting company that provides innovative solutions for engineering, IT, and product development projects across the product life cycle. For decades, ALTEN Technology USA has been helping clients develop products that are changing the world, whether by shaping the future of space exploration, saving lives with medical devices that set new standards of care or creating the fully autonomous electric taxi of tomorrow. The company provides support across industries including aerospace, defense, MedTech and life sciences, unmanned systems and robotics, automotive OEM and tier 1 suppliers, commercial vehicles, electric vehicles, energy and environment, rail, and more.
Why Work With Us
Potential clients in the industries we serve, Professionals in the Industries, and Potential employees within New Product Development, Engineering Services, Sustaining Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Embedded Electronics Engineering, Software Engineering and IT, Mechanical Engineering, and Systems Engineering.
