Senior Staff Software Engineer

Job DescriptionPosition: Sr. Staff Base Software Engineer – OS & Middleware (Telematics ECU) Location: Auburn Hills, MIPosition SummaryWe are seeking a highly experienced Sr. Staff Base Software Engineer – OS & Middleware to lead the architecture, design, integration, and optimization of embedded Linux operating systems and middleware platforms for next-generation Telematics Control Units (TCU).This role will drive secure, scalable, and high-performance base software solutions supporting 4G/5G connectivity, GNSS, eCall, OTA updates (FOTA/SOTA), V2X, remote diagnostics, and cloud-connected vehicle services. The ideal candidate will provide strong technical leadership and ensure cybersecurity, functional safety, and ASPICE compliance across telematics platforms.Key ResponsibilitiesLead architecture and integration of embedded Linux OS and middleware for TCU platformsDefine and implement secure boot, root-of-trust, secure key management, and OTA update mechanismsArchitect and integrate 4G/5G modem, GNSS, and secure cloud communication stacksIntegrate and optimize V2X communication stacks (C-V2X/DSRC)Drive BSP integration, kernel configuration, driver enablement, and SoC bring-upDesign IPC frameworks, service orchestration, and system resource managementOptimize system performance (boot time, CPU scheduling, memory footprint, storage I/O, network throughput)Establish performance profiling and instrumentation frameworksEnsure cybersecurity compliance with ISO/SAE standards and OEM specificationsEnable vehicle network integration (CAN, Ethernet, LIN, UDS, DoIP)Implement CI/CD pipelines and secure software lifecycle practicesProvide technical leadership, architecture reviews, and production sustainment supportBasic QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field10+ years of embedded software development experienceStrong programming skills in C/C++Direct experience with Linux-based Telematics Control UnitsBSP development, kernel configuration, and SoC bring-up expertiseExperience with 4G/5G modem platforms (Qualcomm or equivalent)Deep knowledge of Linux kernel, drivers, middleware, and networking stackExperience with TCP/IP, TLS, MQTT, HTTP/HTTPSSecure boot, root-of-trust, and OTA implementation experienceStrong debugging skills (GDB, crash analysis, kernel logs, trace tools, packet analyzers)Preferred QualificationsMaster’s degree in relevant engineering fieldKnowledge of V2X stack integration, eCall, ERA-GLONASS complianceExperience with HSM, TPM, ARM TrustZoneContainerization/virtualization in embedded Linux (Docker/OCI)Boot-time and power optimization experienceCloud integration experience (AWS IoT, Azure IoT, automotive backend services)Experience with ASIL-B/D systemsField issue triage and production sustainment support