Applied Intuition · 2 days ago
Software Engineering Manager - Firmware
Mountain View, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$201K/yr - $342K/yrApplied Intuition is the vehicle intelligence company that accelerates the global adoption of safe, AI-driven machines. As the Engineering Manager for Firmware, you will lead a team developing core firmware solutions for the Vehicle OS, focusing on embedded systems and real-time operating systems to enhance automotive experiences.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Autonomous VehiclesEnterprise SoftwareInfrastructureSoftware
Responsibilities
Manage and mentor a team developing core firmware solutions for Vehicle OS
Drive technical execution, architecture, and hands-on development of embedded systems, including Linux, QNX, and hardware abstraction
Guide the integration of sensors and hardware with real-time firmware and board support packages
Partner with product, hardware, and software teams to deliver reliable, production-grade automotive software
Execute firmware and low-level software code reviews and provide technical leadership
Set a compelling roadmap for firmware innovation, balancing speed, technical quality, and team productivity
Contribute to recruiting efforts, team building, and ongoing mentoring
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, preferably from top programs (Stanford, Berkeley, CMU, Waterloo, or similar)
Significant experience in embedded firmware or low-level RTOS development
Hands-on background with ADAS, Linux Kernel, QNX, and sensor integration
Strong programming skills in C/C++ with expertise in hardware/software co-design
Track record of code reviews and technical leadership; direct coding experience is a strong plus
Experience in software project management and technical documentation
Preferred
Experience with cloud-connected vehicle platforms, SDV architectures, and AI-driven automotive applications
Prior experience in technical sales support or application engineering for embedded software products
Knowledge of functional safety (ASIL levels), cybersecurity (ISO 21434), and AUTOSAR tooling (DaVinci, Tresos, Vector, etc.)
Background in electrical/electronic architecture and software integration in modern vehicles
Benefits
Equity in the form of options and/or restricted stock units
Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage
401k retirement benefits with employer match
Learning and wellness stipends
Paid time off
Company
Applied Intuition
Applied Intuition provides software infrastructure to safely develop, test, and deploy autonomous vehicles
at scale.
Founded in 2017
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.5BKey Investors
General Catalyst
2025-06-17Series F· $600M
2024-07-25Secondary Market· $300M
2024-03-11Series E· $250M
Leadership Team
Qasar Younis
Co-Founder and CEO
Peter Ludwig
CTO and Co-founder
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