Ford Motor Company · 1 day ago
Staff Embedded Software Engineer, Chassis Controls & Vehicle Software
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
8+ years expFord Motor Company is dedicated to delivering a fully electric transportation future. The Staff Embedded Software Engineer will lead the development of real-time embedded software for safety-critical chassis control systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards while collaborating with various engineering teams.
AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesManufacturingTransportation
Responsibilities
Lead the specification, design, development, and implementation of real-time embedded software for safety-critical chassis control systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices
Hands-on coding, implementation, and integration of embedded software components for chassis control systems. This includes designing and implementing sophisticated advanced control algorithms, state machines, diagnostic routines (including UDS), and fault management strategies
Own the full software development lifecycle from concept and requirements definition, through design, coding, integration, validation, and deployment in production vehicles
Perform hands-on system debugging, root-cause analysis, and optimize embedded code for performance, memory footprint, and resource utilization on target hardware
Design, develop, and oversee comprehensive test plans, including unit, component, and system-level regression tests, and contribute to the development of automated testing frameworks to ensure software quality and reliability
Collaborate closely with systems engineers, hardware engineers, calibration teams, and other software domains to ensure seamless integration and optimal system performance
Define robust system requirements and conduct comprehensive system safety analyses (e.g., FMEA, FTA, HARA) to derive stringent safety requirements and ensure functional safety (ISO 26262)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, Embedded Systems, or equivalent experience
8+ years of progressive experience in embedded software design and development, with demonstrated technical leadership in safety-critical domains
Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to junior engineers, foster best practices, and contribute to architectural decisions and strategic technical roadmaps
Strong proficiency in C for embedded firmware development; solid comprehension and practical experience with Python for scripting, tooling, and test automation
Experience with model-based design, translating Simulink models into high-performance, optimized C-code
Deep understanding of real-time operating systems (RTOS), Experience with micro-controller architectures such as ARM, NXP, Infineon
Proficiency with embedded debugging tools (e.g., Segger, GHS, CANalyzer, CANoe)
Extensive experience with automotive communication protocols (e.g., CAN, CAN-FD) and related Vector CAN tools. Experience with Unified Diagnostic Services (UDS)
Proven experience with unit testing, static analysis, integration testing, and developing automated test strategies
Hands-on experience with requirement management tools (e.g., JAMA, Polarion, DOORS) and version control systems (e.g., Git)
Experience with V-model or Agile software development methodologies
Preferred
Direct experience with controls development and algorithm design for Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS), including working with TPMS sensors (e.g., via BLE), Electric Park Brakes, or advanced steering systems
Fundamental understanding or experience with OTA update mechanisms for embedded systems
Understanding of chassis controls and vehicle dynamics fundamentals
Familiarity with continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) practices and tools
Experience with electrical wiring, circuit building, troubleshooting, and the ability to read basic electrical schematics
Familiarity with vehicle cybersecurity measures and secure coding practices
Understanding and practical application of automotive functional safety standards (e.g., ISO 26262)
Benefits
Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
Company
Ford Motor Company
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