ECU Firmware Engineer

ECU Firmware Engineer | Auburn Hills, MI, United States | Hybrid

We're hiring on behalf of a leading global automotive manufacturer actively undergoing a significant digital transformation. This organization is at the forefront of redefining automotive technology and customer experiences, creating captivating advancements in the latest frontier of mobility.

The Role

• Design, develop, and optimize software for microcontroller units (MCUs) in automotive applications, collaborating with hardware engineers and system architects.
• Develop embedded firmware for automotive ECUs, including startup code, peripheral drivers, and low-level hardware abstraction layers (HALs).
• Integrate real-time operating systems (RTOS) such as FreeRTOS or Zephyr into MCU software architectures.
• Port and customize Board Support Packages (BSPs) and Android Guest OS for automotive platforms.
• Enable display, audio, camera, and serial interfaces in the System-on-Chip (SoC), performing system performance profiling and optimization.
• Implement communication protocols (e.g., CAN, LIN, Ethernet) and networking stacks for ECU communication.
• Conduct unit testing, integration testing, and validation to ensure software reliability and functionality, ensuring compliance with automotive standards like MISRA C and ISO 26262.
• Create and maintain software design documents, interface specifications, and test plans.

What You'll Need

• Proven experience in embedded firmware development for automotive applications.
• Strong understanding of microcontroller units (MCUs) and System-on-Chip (SoC) architectures.
• Experience with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) like FreeRTOS or Zephyr.
• Familiarity with automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet).
• Knowledge of automotive industry standards and regulations (e.g., MISRA C, ISO 26262).
• Experience with BSP and Android Guest OS enablement is a plus.

What's On Offer

• Comprehensive health and well-being coverage including medical, dental, and vision.
• Generous paid time off, including 17+ holidays, vacation, and paid parental leave.
• Competitive retirement savings plans with employer match and contributions.
• Company vehicle lease program with exclusive product discounts.
• Support for professional growth including tuition reimbursement and student loan refinancing.

Apply via Haystack today!