{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"dfafdc55b5b8e15534f7885b","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/dfafdc55b5b8e15534f7885b","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/dfafdc55b5b8e15534f7885b","title":"Staff Simulation Software Engineer","description":"JOB DESCRIPTIONAbout NIONIO is a pioneer and a leading company in the premium smart electric vehicle market. Founded in November 2014, NIO's mission is to shape a joyful lifestyle. NIO aims to build a community starting with smart electric vehicles to share joy and grow together with users.NIO designs, develops, jointly manufactures and sells premium smart electric vehicles, driving innovations in next-generation technologies in autonomous driving, digital technologies, electric powertrains and batteries. NIO differentiates itself through its continuous technological breakthroughs and innovations, such as its industry-leading battery swapping technologies, Battery as a Service, or BaaS, as well as its proprietary autonomous driving technologies and Autonomous Driving as a Service, or ADaaS.NIO's product portfolio consists of the ES8, a six-seater smart electric flagship SUV, the ES7 (or the EL7), a mid-large five-seater smart electric SUV, the ES6, a five-seater all-round smart electric SUV, the EC7, a five-seater smart electric flagship coupe SUV, the EC6, a five-seater smart electric coupe SUV, the ET7, a smart electric flagship sedan, and the ET5, a mid-size smart electric sedan.Roles and Responsibilities:* Design and deliver low-level software for high-performance, high throughput, reliability and scalability of ECU simulation on cross platform vehicle initiatives.* Develop CPU and GPU (NPU) emulation / virtualization software technology in terms of functionality, performance, efficiency and reliability.* Deliver QEMU software components based upon product definitions, customer specifications, and vehicle platform specifications.* Developing Linux guest drivers / libraries for CPU, GPU (NPU), and peripheral components on QEMU.* Partner with other engineering teams to understand real-world constraints and to support the high-quality implementation of ECU simulation for vehicle product SW development, validation and integration.* Commit and deliver high quality software deliverables on time for the different vehicle programs.* Understanding testing strategies to align efforts with testability and ensure full traceability of requirements.Qualifications:* 3+ years of experience in QEMU or similar emulation / virtualization software development on Linux .* 7+ years development experience of building complex software systems.* BS / MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent.* Strong background in CPU and GPU (NPU) architecture, software stack and virtualization technologies.* Solid understanding of Linux and embedded / real-time operating systems.* Experience in ARM platform bring-up and low-level softeare development.* Organized mindset, and passionate about delivering high-quality software.* Excellent communication skills, and technical writing proficiency.Preferred Qualifications:* Expertise in QEMU / Linux emulator or simulator architecture and development.* Expertise in Linux kernel and VM driver software architecture and development in virtualized environments (e.g. QEMU, KVM, VMware, VirtualBox, Xen).* Familiar with Linux hypervisor, middleware, and application framework.* Experience in automotive platforms is a plus.* Exposure to cloud computing, databases, and logging techniques is a plus.Compensation:The US base salary range for this full-time position is $163,500.00 - $212,400.00.* Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.* Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only. It does not include discretionary bonus, equity, or benefits.Benefits:Along with competitive pay, as a full-time NIO employee, you are eligible for the following benefits on the first day you join NIO:* CIGNA EPO, HSA, and Kaiser HMO medical plans with $0 for Employee Only Coverage.* Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plan. Both provide options with a $0 paycheck contribution covering you and your eligible dependents.* Company Paid HSA (Health Savings Account) Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible CIGNA medical plan* Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)* 401(k) with Brokerage Link option* Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance* Employee Assistance Program* Sick and Vacation time* 13 Paid Holidays a year* Paid Parental Leave for first 8 weeks at full pay (eligible after 90 days of employment with NIO)* Paid Disability Leave for first 6 weeks at full pay (eligible after 90 days of employment with NIO)* Voluntary benefits including: Voluntary Life and AD&D options for you, your spouse/domestic partner and dependent child(ren), pet insurance* Commuter benefits* Mobile Cell Phone Credit* Healthjoy mobile benefit app supporting you and your dependents with benefit questions on the go & support with benefit billing questions* Free lunch and snacks* Onsite gym* Employee discounts and perks program","company":"Nio","rawCompany":"nio","city":"San Jose","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-30T04:16:45.481Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"17-2141.02","title":"Automotive Engineers","slug":"automotive-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"336110","title":"Automobile and Light Duty Motor Vehicle Manufacturing","slug":"automobile-and-light-duty-motor-vehicle-manufacturing"},{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"},{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Staff Simulation Software Engineer","description":"JOB DESCRIPTIONAbout NIONIO is a pioneer and a leading company in the premium smart electric vehicle market. Founded in November 2014, NIO's mission is to shape a joyful lifestyle. NIO aims to build a community starting with smart electric vehicles to share joy and grow together with users.NIO designs, develops, jointly manufactures and sells premium smart electric vehicles, driving innovations in next-generation technologies in autonomous driving, digital technologies, electric powertrains and batteries. 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It does not include discretionary bonus, equity, or benefits.Benefits:Along with competitive pay, as a full-time NIO employee, you are eligible for the following benefits on the first day you join NIO:* CIGNA EPO, HSA, and Kaiser HMO medical plans with $0 for Employee Only Coverage.* Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plan. 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