Embedded Software Engineer

Category:

Engineering

Employment Type:

Contract

Reference:

BH-389882

Yoh has an exciting
opportunity for a Embedded Software Engineer
to join our Automotive
client. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of relevant working experience, and live within a commutable distance to Irvine, CA

for an onsite working environment.

See below for abbreviated job responsibilities and requirements. If after reviewing, you are interested in learning more about this, or other opportunities, please apply with your updated resume ASAP.

Title:
Embedded Software Engineer
Compensation:
$90-$115/hour (flexible, DOE)
Type:
6+ Month Contract, potential to convert FTE

Key Responsibilities
ECU Platform Bring-Up & Optimization

• Lead software bring-up for new ECU hardware platforms, including boot processes, driver integration, and system-level debugging.
  
  
• Optimize performance and ensure system stability across high-performance embedded platforms.
  
  

• Design and implement software features for ECU validation and verification.
  
  
• Develop test strategies for performance benchmarking and stress testing of CPU, GPU, and multimedia subsystems.
  
  
• Identify and address bottlenecks, ensuring stability and efficiency under real-world workloads.
  
  

• Develop and maintain end-of-line (EOL) manufacturing software to ensure quality and reliability during production.
  
  
• Apply insights from validation and testing to improve diagnostic tools and production software.
  
  

• Validate and optimize multimedia subsystems, including camera and display functionalities.
  
  
• Ensure seamless performance across middleware, drivers, and user-level applications.
  
  

• Work cross-functionally with hardware, validation, and automation teams to ensure high-quality deliverables.
  
  
• Troubleshoot complex hardware and software issues using advanced debugging tools.
  
  
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for software designs, APIs, and validation procedures.
  
  

• Effectively collaborate with stakeholders and engineering partners to align on technical goals and deliverables.
  
  

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
  
  
• 7+ years of experience in embedded software development.
  
  
• Strong hands-on experience with high-performance SoCs (e.g., Snapdragon, NVIDIA Orin, MediaTek, or similar).
  
  
• Proficiency with Embedded Linux, QNX, or comparable operating systems.
  
  
• Experience with hypervisor-based or virtualized systems.
  
  
• Deep understanding of multimedia development, including camera/display drivers and middleware integration.
  
  
• Strong programming skills in C, C++, and Python.
  
  
• Solid knowledge of kernel configuration, BSP development, and device driver interfaces.
  
  
• Familiarity with debugging tools such as JTAG, oscilloscopes, and Lauterbach.
  
  
• Experience with communication protocols (SPI, I2C, Ethernet, PCIe).
  
  
• Excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
  
  

• Knowledge of OS internals (memory management, scheduling, concurrency).
  
  
• Experience with ARM architecture and automotive-grade SoCs.
  
  
• Background in virtualization and hypervisor technologies.
  
  
• Familiarity with automotive communication protocols (e.g., CAN, Ethernet).
  
  
• Exposure to functional safety standards such as ISO 26262.
  
  
• Experience with CI/CD workflows for embedded software.
  
  

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• MetLife Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Certification and training opportunities