Staff Embedded Software Engineer

Staff Embedded Software Engineer – Battery Management Systems (BMS)Location: Carlsbad, CA (Onsite)Employment Type: Full-TimeAbout the OpportunityAn innovative technology company developing advanced electrified systems is seeking a Staff Embedded Software Engineer to lead the development of embedded software for a high-voltage Battery Management System (BMS). This position will play a critical role in defining requirements, designing, implementing, debugging, and validating software for safety-critical embedded systems used in next-generation electric platforms.This is a hands-on technical leadership role working closely with hardware, systems, and firmware engineers to deliver reliable, production-quality embedded software.ResponsibilitiesDesign, implement, and validate embedded software for high-voltage Battery Management Systems.Translate system requirements into robust embedded software architecture and production-ready code.Develop embedded drivers by interpreting hardware schematics and component datasheets.Bring up, test, and validate new hardware designs using standard electronic test equipment.Debug and optimize embedded software throughout the product development lifecycle.Participate in design reviews, schematic reviews, and peer code reviews to ensure software quality and system reliability.Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate software across complex embedded platforms.Drive best practices for software architecture, documentation, maintainability, and performance.Required Qualifications10+ years of embedded software development experience.Minimum of 3 years developing software for Battery Management Systems (BMS), including high-voltage distributed architectures.Expert-level C programming skills with working knowledge of C++.Experience developing bare-metal embedded systems.Strong understanding of functional safety principles.Experience developing within Linux environments.Proficiency with Git version control.Experience using Python for engineering tools, automation, or scripting.Experience developing, documenting, and releasing production-quality embedded software.Hands-on experience using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, digital multimeters, power supplies, and other electronic test equipment.Strong software engineering practices with an emphasis on code quality, reliability, and maintainability.Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative engineering environment.Preferred QualificationsExperience with electric vehicle architectures or other complex distributed embedded systems.Familiarity with CAN and LIN communication protocols.Experience using Jira for issue tracking and requirements management.Knowledge of distributed embedded control systems and vehicle communication networks.