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What we offer:Job Responsibilities:
Major Responsibilities:
- Lead development activities in embedded software, controls and communication systems for advanced automotive applications.
- Drive innovation through evaluation of emerging technologies and industry trends supporting future vehicle platforms.
- Collaborate with global teams to define concepts, architectures, requirements and technology roadmaps.
- Lead technical work packages and communicate results to engineering, management, customers and partners.
- Support mentoring, knowledge transfer and technology deployment across engineering organizations.
Knowledge and Education:
- Master's degree in Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, Physics or a related discipline.
- Strong understanding of automotive systems engineering, electrification, embedded software and E/E architectures.
- Familiarity with V-cycle, Agile development, Functional Safety and Cyber Security principles.
Special Knowledge / Skills:
- Expertise in embedded software development using C/C++, Python and modern software engineering methods.
- Strong knowledge of electric drive controls, control theory and model-based development.
- Deep understanding of Automotive Ethernet, TSN, CAN, SPI, UART and I2C communication technologies.
- Experience with distributed E/E architectures and vehicle domains including ADAS, Powertrain and Chassis.
- Proficiency with AUTOSAR, OSEK, POSIX and embedded real-time environments.
- Knowledge of software integration, validation, diagnostics, benchmarking and communication analysis (DSP).
- Strong analytical capabilities with understanding of signal integrity, EMC, Functional Safety and Cyber Security.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop and integrate embedded software for electrified vehicle and mechatronic systems.
- Implement communication interfaces and services for distributed ECU architectures.
- Develop, calibrate and optimize control algorithms for electric propulsion applications.
- Integrate and troubleshoot communication networks including Automotive Ethernet and TSN.
- Perform debugging, testing, benchmarking and root-cause analysis of software and systems.
- Support prototyping, proof-of-concept activities and advanced technology demonstrations.
- Create software documentation, specifications, validation reports and integration records.
Work Experience:
- 5+ years of automotive embedded software development experience.
- Experience in controls engineering, vehicle networking and/or electrified propulsion systems.
- Proven ability to solve complex technical challenges through innovative engineering solutions.
- Experience leading technical work packages in multidisciplinary development teams.
- Track record from concept development through vehicle or system integration.
Skills and Competencies:
- Ability to work in global team-based environment incl up to 25% travel could be international or domestic
- Proficient in Microsoft Office incl CoPilot
- Excellent professional communication skills (written and verbal) and good presence
- Strong strategic thinker with logical reasoning process.
- Self-motivated to complete assignments and be able to independently manage projects.
- Strong skills to find and screen valuable information from various data sources.
- Ability to involve in and contribute to technical discussions in the assigned work areas.
- Ability to summarize essential information in brief executive summary document.
- Ability to approach related engineering analysis from complete system engineering view.
- Ability to lead workpackages and lead projects.
- Work with internal and external teams to innovate, develop, integrate technologies and methods.
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.
Skills Required
- Master's degree in Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, Physics, or a related discipline
- 5+ years of automotive embedded software development experience
- Expertise in embedded software development using C/C++ and Python
- Experience in controls engineering, vehicle networking, and/or electrified propulsion systems
- Strong understanding of automotive systems engineering, electrification, embedded software, and E/E architectures
- Knowledge of electric drive controls, control theory, and model-based development
- Knowledge of Automotive Ethernet, TSN, CAN, SPI, UART, and I2C
- Experience with distributed E/E architectures and vehicle domains including ADAS, Powertrain, and Chassis
- Proficiency with AUTOSAR, OSEK, POSIX, and embedded real-time environments
- Experience with software integration, validation, diagnostics, benchmarking, and communication analysis
- Experience leading technical work packages in multidisciplinary development teams
- Track record from concept development through vehicle or system integration
- Familiarity with V-cycle, Agile development, Functional Safety, and Cyber Security principles
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office including CoPilot
- Ability to travel up to 25%, internationally or domestically
What the Team is Saying
Magna International Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Company materials highlight comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance in the U.S., paired with wellness initiatives and a confidential Employee & Family Assistance Program.
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Retirement Support — U.S. filings and recruiting pages describe a 401(k) with a 50% match on the first 6%, a deferred profit‑sharing component, and at some sites a 3% base company contribution after six months.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Profit sharing and performance‑linked rewards are embedded in the total‑rewards philosophy and documented in filings, with recent materials indicating these programs remain active.
Magna International Insights
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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Hybrid Workspace
Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
Majority of roles are hybrid with flexibility. Please speak with our recruiting team for specific details on hybrid work.
