We are seeking a Lead Base Software Systems Engineer to support VHIL labs, production, and pre-production plant setups. This role requires broad systems expertise in embedded software platforms on microcontroller with hands‐on debugging across Bootloaders, Operating Systems, AUTOSAR Middleware stacks Communication, Diagnostics, Flashing tools & FOTA processes. The engineer will act as a first responder in production environments, driving rapid issue resolution and ensuring system readiness for vehicle integration.
Main Responsibilities:
Debug and triage embedded software issues in Plant, VHIL, and Production setups. Travel as required to production plants, test facilities to support on-site issue resolution. Support system bring-up and troubleshooting of bootloaders, AUTOSAR OS, HWIO, COM, DCM, MEM stacks.
Automotive Ethernet and SOME-IP. Support diagnostic flashing processes (UDS-based flashing, Do IP-based flashing, plant reprogramming workflows). Collaborate with FOTA teams to debug Firmware Over-The-Air update mechanisms, including campaign execution, partial updates,



and rollback handling. Develop and maintain tools/scripts for log capture, automated debugging, and flashing workflows. Ensure comprehensive diagnostic coverage (UDS, Do IP, SOME/IP, OBD-II) and plant readiness.
Collaborate with Base SW, Integration, Cockpit Infotainment, Connectivity, and Plant teams for root-cause analysis and resolution. Document and share root causes, workarounds, and lessons learned to drive continuous improvement.
Key Requirements:
Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related Engineering field 5+ years of experience working in embedded software development with C and/or C++ Ability to work collaboratively and technically lead a diverse team which is distributed globally. Excellent knowledge of Classic AUTOSAR concepts, architecture, and specifications Experience configuring and integrating AUTOSAR basic

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