Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Overview

Are you looking for a role where you can use your knowledge of embedded C/C++ software development to make a difference in an industrial machine application? Would you like to work for a company that provides an innovative work environment, flexible schedules, and ongoing professional development?

Who we are: LER Tech Force is an industry leader in embedded controls, software, functional safety, and engineering IT talent. For over 20 years LER has been working with customers across North America to meet their engineering resource challenges. We have a position for an embedded C/C++ software engineer who has experience with software development in the AUTOSAR framework.

• Design, develop, and integrate embedded C/C++ software for automotive ECUs running AUTOSAR, RTOS, and bare-metal platforms
• Integrate controls software components (SWCs) with AUTOSAR BSW and RTE layers
• Lead root-cause investigations of complex software issues and drive resolution through documentation and corrective actions
• Influence software requirements, architecture, design, and test strategies across ECU platforms
• Participate in unit, integration, SIL, and HIL testing to validate software behavior
• Support diagnostics, fault handling, calibration, and flashing workflows
• Provide technical oversight, code reviews, and mentorship to junior engineers
• Own complex software components or subsystems and lead smaller technical initiatives
• Strengthen product performance and reliability by investigating software issues, identifying root causes, recommending corrective actions, and owning full resolution through clear documentation and follow through
• Enhance the quality and consistency of software deliverables by applying and continually improving development processes, including coding, compiling, integration, and testing using advanced tools such as static analysis, compilers, and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) systems
• Deliver verified software features, components, and builds by collaborating with product and software development teams and ensuring alignment with stakeholder requirements and application needs
• Influence key decisions related to software requirements, architecture, design, and testing, positively impacting software quality, platform performance, and cross business unit integration efforts
• Provide technical oversight by reviewing the work of less experienced developers and testers, ensuring designs and implementations are robust, reusable, and efficient
• Lead smaller scale projects or take ownership of complex software components or systems, navigating ambiguity and maintaining accountability for project outcomes, timelines, and quality
• Drive continuous improvement by developing and optimizing work processes and systems across functions or business units, contributing to long term operational and product excellence
• Mentor and guide technicians, students, and junior engineers, supporting knowledge transfer, developing team capability, and operating as a recognized specialist within the software discipline

• 5+ years of embedded software experience in automotive or safety-critical systems
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ (Python a plus)
• Experience with AUTOSAR Classic and ECU software integration
• Knowledge of CAN, J1939, UDS, and XCP
• Experience across the full software development lifecycle (design, development, integration, SIL and HIL testing etc.)
• Familiarity with Git, static analysis, and HIL/SIL environments
• Systems-level thinking and strong cross-functional communication skills
• Compilers and linkers
• Microcontrollers such as Infineon and NXP
• AUTOSAR I/O Hardware Abstraction Layer
• AUTOSAR Complex Driver
• Vector DaVinci Configurator
• Vector DaVinci Developer
• Great collaborator

• Full benefits: medical, dental, 401K match
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Flexible Hybrid schedule
• The opportunity to work on industry leading projects

• Education, Licenses,
  
  Certifications:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or appropriate STEM field is required.
• Experience:
  
  Prior Senior or Lead Engineer equivalent work experience in…