Staff Platform Control Software Engineer

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Indianapolis, IN, USA
In-Office
Expert/Leader
Automotive
The Role
Design, implement, test, and document real-time embedded control software for automotive powertrain systems. Responsibilities include hardware interfaces, abstraction layers, RTOS and RTE configuration, memory management, diagnostics, system integration, functional safety, cybersecurity, and automated HIL/SIL testing. The role also involves analyzing legacy software, supporting CI pipelines, collaborating across engineering disciplines, conducting reviews, presenting results, and mentoring engineers.
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JOIN THE TEAM THAT’S POWERING PROGRESS

Building cities. Driving commerce. Fueling Progress. For over 100 years, Allison has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward.
What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we're driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide. In both the Allison Transmission and Allison Off-Highway Drive and Motion Systems business units, our team strives to Improve the Way the World Works.  

Learn more about this role and how you can begin driving your career forward!

Benefits:

The below list features some of the benefits currently available. Eligibility may be subject to the terms and conditions of governing documents and available benefits may be subject to change at the company’s discretion.

  • Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage

  • Employer HSA contribution

  • Dental & Vision Insurance

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • Short & Long-Term Disability

  • Other voluntary benefits including: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance

  • 401K with generous Company match & contribution

  • Accrued Paid Time Off

  • 12 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday

  • Robust employee wellness program

  • Tuition assistance program

Job Description:

Primary Purpose of Role

Are you passionate about solving complex technical problems and bringing innovative products to life? We are seeking a Staff Platform Control Software Engineer to join our dynamic and fast-paced team.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology and develop control systems for a range of innovative powertrain controls. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and testing embedded controls software to provide the most reliable and valued propulsion solutions in the world enabling our customers to work more efficiently.

Why Join Us?

  • You will be part of a dynamic and talented team of engineers working on groundbreaking projects.
  • You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and develop your skills.
  • You will be part of a fast-paced, results-driven company with a strong culture of innovation and collaboration.
  • You will have the opportunity to work on products that make a real impact on people's lives.

Are you ready to take your engineering career to the next level? Apply today and join our team!

Key Responsibilities

  • Analyze software behavior to find root cause and suggest corrective actions for unexpected or unacceptable operation.
  • Reverse-engineer legacy code and architecture for the purposes of commonization across powertrain solutions.
  • Design, develop, test and document embedded control system software on top of which Powertrain applications will be built focusing on:
    • Control Module Hardware-Software Interface (HSI) and Hardware Abstraction Layer (HAL)
    • RTOS and RTE configuration
    • Non-Volatile Memory Management
    • Control Module Initialization & Shutdown
  • Perform functional testing, integration testing, and system verification within lab, vehicle, test cell, and HIL/SIL environments.
  • Develop automated tests within HIL and SIL environments for use within Continuous Integration (CI) pipeline.
  • Work with/in cross-functional engineering teams of Systems, Software, Algorithm, Calibration, and Validation engineers to develop existing and new products.
  • Describe & present work results to peers and leadership as needed.
  • Conduct design and implementation reviews.
  • Mentor engineers to grow depth of capability across the team.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Science.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Science.

Experience

Required Experience:

  • 15+ years of automotive engineering experience developing C and C++ real-time embedded controls.
  • Experience with Functional Safety (ISO 26262) and Cyber Security (ISO 21434)
  • Ability to develop automated test & evaluation scripts in Python.
  • Demonstrated, hands-on experience with design, implementation, problem solving, and validating complex control software for embedded systems.
  • Experience with integration and diagnostics of control modules, sensors, and actuators within embedded control systems.
  • Experience using Visual Studio or VS Code Integrated Development Environment (IDE).
  • Experience with GitHub for software version control & change management.
  • Experience with software quality processes & tools, such as CMMI, SPICE, AutoSAR.

Preferred Experience:

  • ISO 26262 Certification.
  • ISO 21434 Certification.

Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran requiring assistance and/or reasonable accommodations reviewing any of the careers information, please contact us at [email protected].

Please note that Allison Transmission will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Allison Transmission will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Science
  • 15+ years of automotive engineering experience developing C and C++ real-time embedded controls
  • Experience with Functional Safety ISO 26262
  • Experience with Cyber Security ISO 21434
  • Ability to develop automated test and evaluation scripts in Python
  • Hands-on experience designing, implementing, troubleshooting, and validating complex embedded control software
  • Experience integrating and diagnosing control modules, sensors, and actuators
  • Experience using Visual Studio or VS Code
  • Experience using GitHub for software version control and change management
  • Experience with software quality processes and tools such as CMMI, SPICE, or AUTOSAR
  • Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Science
  • ISO 26262 certification
  • ISO 21434 certification

Allison Transmission Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Allison Transmission and has not been reviewed or approved by Allison Transmission.

  • Healthcare Strength — Access to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage is available, alongside life and disability insurance and an employee assistance program. A wellness platform (Virgin Pulse) supports prevention and healthy habits.
  • Retirement Support — A 401(k) program with generous company contributions or match is highlighted, with additional offerings like profit sharing and an employee stock purchase plan. Certain groups reference pension or defined contribution retirement components.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time are provided, with some roles noting flex days and sizable holiday allotments. Paid parental leave is also described.

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The Company
HQ: Indianapolis, IN
Year Founded: 1915

What We Do

Allison Transmission is the world’s largest manufacturer of commercial-duty automatic transmissions and hybrid propulsion systems. Our products are specified by more than 300 of the world’s leading vehicle manufacturers and are used in a range of market sectors—from bus, refuse and emergency to construction, distribution and defense. Allison was founded in 1915 in Indianapolis, Indiana, where the company’s global headquarters is still located. We have approximately 1,400 dealer and distributor locations, employ more than 2,700 people around the world and our international presence spans more than 80 countries. OUR VISION In addition to being the world’s leading provider of commercial-duty automatic transmissions and hybrid propulsion systems, we also strive to be the foremost provider of parts and services for our customers. Whether you drive, sell, service or distribute on-highway vehicles, defense vehicles or off-highway equipment, Allison provides you with the highest quality products and the best customer care. We work to win your trust and enthusiasm through continuous improvement driven by the integrity, teamwork and innovation from our employees and authorized partners. OUR PROMISE Allison promises our customers an automatic experience like they’ve never had: an unrivaled combination of Quality, Reliability, Durability, Vocational Value and Customer Service.

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