Senior Embedded Software Engineer (Networking)

TL;DR

Senior Embedded Software Engineer (Networking): Developing and maintaining on-vehicle network systems, time synchronization, and security for autonomous vehicle compute clusters with an accent on C++ development and low-level network configuration. Focus on designing high-performance, safety-critical software for resource-constrained environments to enable reliable communication between sensors and autonomy software.

Location: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Role is based in Detroit, Pittsburgh, or Palo Alto with hybrid/remote options available.

Salary: $179,200 - $268,800 USD

Company

A Ford Motor Company subsidiary developing automated driving technologies at the speed of a technology startup.

What you will do

• Deliver safe and efficient embedded software for state-of-the-art sensing systems.
• Produce high-quality, maintainable code using C++.
• Design and optimize in-vehicle networks to communicate with sensors and provide a common timebase.
• Design, implement, and test full-stack software in resource-constrained environments.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary hardware, software, and systems engineering teams.

Requirements

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field and 4+ years of experience (or Master's/PhD with 2+ years).
• Strong experience developing embedded applications using C++.
• Proficiency in network communication protocols, physical layer requirements, and bandwidth characteristics.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, Ethernet, CAN, and experience with automotive-grade switches.
• Strong test-first design mindset and analytical problem-solving skills.

Nice to have

• Experience with time synchronization, IEEE802.1AS, and Linux PTP.
• Experience developing Linux device drivers for Ethernet, GPU, PCIE, or flash devices.
• Familiarity with Yocto, OpenEmbedded, or buildroot.
• Technical leadership experience in automotive or safety-critical fields.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for individuals and families.
• Employer-matched 401(k) retirement plan with immediate vesting.
• Unlimited vacation policy and 15 paid holidays.
• Paid parental and medical leave.
• Professional development reimbursement and monthly wellness stipends.