Sr. Staff Software Engineer, Vehicle Applications

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Sunnyvale, CA
Hybrid
213K-288K Annually
7+ Years Experience
Automotive • Software
The Role
The Senior Staff Software Engineer will develop high-quality in-vehicle application software for software-defined vehicles. Responsibilities include writing efficient code, implementing scalable architecture, mentoring teams, and leading technical engagements with customers. The engineer will research new technologies and maintain software in production.
Summary Generated by Built In

Sonatus is a well-funded, fast-paced, and fast-growing company whose technologies and software help automakers build dynamic software-defined vehicles. With two generations of solutions already on the road with a top global OEM, our vehicle and cloud software solutions are at the forefront of the digital transformation of vehicles. The Sonatus team is a talented and diverse collection of technology and automotive specialists hailing from many of the most prominent companies in their respective industries.


Sonatus is a leader in providing technologies and software to global OEMs to build software-defined vehicles. We are looking for a highly motivated Senior Staff Engineer for Vehicle Applications to join our fast-growing team. As a part of a cross-functional team that is responsible for the full software development life cycle, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and products, from conception to deployment.


Duties and Responsibilities

  • Develop high-quality and high-performance in-vehicle application software for software-defined vehicles.
  • Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code.
  • Define and implement scalable, robust, and secure software architecture.
  • Own the technical solutions of software products and be the subject matter expert in end-to-end solutions.
  • Drive design and code reviews across technical teams.
  • Guide and mentor technical teams and help them understand architectural principles, design patterns, and best practices.
  • Research and evaluate new technologies, frameworks, and tools to determine their suitability for the organization’s needs and goals.
  • Work closely with product managers and other functional owners to ensure software architecture and technical solutions are aligned with business objectives.
  • Lead technical engagement with customers. 
  • Maintain and support software deployed on production vehicles.
  • Develop and maintain unit and integration test cases to ensure code quality.
  • Create and maintain architectural documentation and functional specifications.

Qualifications and Experience

  • A bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related field. MS/PhD degrees are preferred.
  • 12+ years of professional software development experience, excluding internships.
  • Strong fundamentals in data structures and algorithms.
  • Solid C++ programming experience.
  • Strong experience in software architecture and end-to-end solutions.
  • Strong experience in designing data-intensive applications.
  • Extensive experience in systems design, multithreading, and concurrent programming.
  • Experience with Python and shell scripting languages.
  • Experience in Linux, Android, and/or other POSIX operating systems. 
  • Experience with networking technologies such as Ethernet, TCP/IP, HTTP.
  • Familiarity with software configuration management tools, defect tracking tools, and peer review.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Consider being part of the Sonatus team and receive the following:


Benefit Offerings includes:

- Competitive compensation and equity program

- Health care plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

- Flexible and Dependent Care Expense program

- Retirement plan (401k)

- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

- Unlimited paid time off per year

- Hybrid office work-arrangement/flexibility


Perk Offerings include:

- Complimentary lunches, snacks and beverages during on-site working days

- Wellness benefit allowances (towards gym membership and fitness programs)

- Internet reimbursement

- Computer Accessory Allowance


Employee Engagement Offerings:

- Departmental team building and outings

- Employee Referral Program

- Culture/Employee Satisfaction Surveys - Feedback matters!

- Peer Award Program (monthly)

- Innovative Award Program (annual)


Sonatus is a fast-paced and innovative company and are seeking team members who are passionate about making a difference. If you are ready to take your career to the next level, we highly encourage you to apply.


To all recruitment agencies: Sonatus, Inc. ("Sonatus") does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers alias or other Sonatus' employees. Sonatus is not responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited activities.

Top Skills

C++
Python
The Company
HQ: Sunnyvale, CA
82 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 2018

What We Do

Sonatus accelerates the development of software-defined vehicles to enable the digital transformation of the automotive industry. It enables OEMs to build vehicles that can be updated with new features and functionality throughout their entire lifetimes – without requiring new software development. Leveraging extensive software-defined expertise, the company compresses decades of digital innovation into scalable vehicle and cloud software solutions, empowering OEMs to innovate faster, reduce complexity and costs, and become more agile. Sonatus’ award-winning Digital Dynamics™ Vehicle Platform is currently in-market in Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis vehicles.

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