Senior Software Engineer (Vehicle Diagnostics)

TL;DR

Senior Software Engineer (Vehicle Diagnostics): Developing critical diagnostics software for autonomous vehicle platforms with an accent on automotive protocols and ECU interfacing. Focus on implementing UDS, CAN, and SOVD services to ensure the safety, serviceability, and performance of automated trucks.

Location: Remote (US) or Ann Arbor, MI

Salary: $160,800 - $193,000 USD

Company

A leader in autonomous driving since 2007 and part of the Daimler family, focusing on developing software for automated trucks to transform freight movement.

What you will do

• Design, implement, and maintain diagnostic software and communication stacks using UDS (ISO 14229), SOVD, and CAN (ISO 11898).
• Develop diagnostic services supporting fault memory, DTCs, routine control, and data identifiers using UDS over CAN and DoIP.
• Implement and validate service-oriented architectures (SOA) using SOME/IP, SOVD, and Ethernet.
• Support integration and debugging of diagnostics features on benches and test vehicles.
• Collaborate with cloud and edge-based systems to enable remote diagnostics and telemetry capabilities.
• Develop robust error handling, logging, and recovery mechanisms for ECUs and vehicle systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in CS, Robotics, EE or related field with 5–7+ years of experience (or Master’s with 3–5+ years).
• Proven expertise in C++ for algorithm development, system design, and high-performance tooling.
• Experience developing embedded or diagnostics software within the automotive industry.
• Experience with vehicle communication stacks (DoIP, Ethernet) and sensor connectivity (RS232, GMSL).
• Strong debugging and validation skills in an automotive environment.
• Understanding of automotive cybersecurity principles and secure communication protocols.
• Must be based in the US or have US work authorization

Nice to have

• Experience implementing Service Oriented Vehicle Diagnostics (SOVD) using REST API protocol.
• ROS2 development experience.
• Knowledge of cloud-integrated vehicle health monitoring and predictive maintenance systems.
• Exposure to DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization tools (e.g., Bazel).
• Familiarity with ISO 26262 and development of ASIL-compliant systems.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package including bonuses and stock options.
• 100% paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees.
• 401K plan with a 6% employer match.
• Flexible schedule and generous paid vacation available immediately.
• AD+D and Life Insurance.