Principal SoC BSW Engineer
About the CompanyWe are looking for a Principal SoC Base Software Engineer – Core OS for a major OEM to lead the architecture, development, and integration of foundational operating system components for next-generation automotive SoC platforms. You will play a critical role in enabling high-performance, safety-critical software for advanced vehicle domains including ADAS, Infotainment, Connectivity, and centralized compute.About the RoleLocation: Auburn Hills, Michigan (USA)Contract type: Full-time OR Contractor (freelancers accepted)Start date: June 2026Work model: HybridBenefits: Competitive rate; opportunity to define the OS core of next-gen SDVs; collaboration with international cross-domain teamsResponsibilitiesDefine and implement embedded software architecture for the Core OS layer on advanced SoC platformsLead kernel-level component development (memory management, task scheduling, system services)Design and optimize IPC stacks across heterogeneous multicore environmentsIntegrate and validate high-speed interfaces (PCIe, SGMII, RGMII, USB)Lead BSP (Board Support Package) development and support SoC bring-upWork with RTOS, Linux, QNX, QNX Hypervisor, and Android GVM to enable virtualization and system partitioningCollaborate with security, hardware, and systems teams to ensure compliance with ISO 26262 and ISO/SAE 21434Debug and optimize OS components to meet real-time, memory, and performance requirementsContribute to secure boot and system initialization alongside bootloader and platform teamsSupport CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and Agile development practicesQualificationsBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or related field10+ years of embedded software development experience with a focus on OS internals and SoC environmentsStrong expertise in kernel-level programming (Linux, QNX, or RTOS)Experience with QNX Hypervisor, Android GVM, and virtualization technologiesSolid knowledge of IPC frameworks, multicore SoC architectures, and hardware abstractionHands-on experience with BSP development and board bring-up for complex SoCsProficiency in C/C++ and low-level debugging tools (JTAG, Lauterbach, etc.)Familiarity with high-speed interfaces (PCIe, Ethernet variants, USB)Understanding of functional safety and cybersecurity standards (ISO 26262, ISO/SAE 21434)Strong problem-solving, optimization, and cross-functional collaboration skillsNext steps:Press "Apply"We will review your applicationIf qualified, you will be accepted into the network and can be considered for this and similar positions & projects