Staff Software Engineer

Job Title : Staff Software Engineer (Embedded Controls) Job DescriptionDesign and architect distributed embedded control systems for real-time automotive MCU platforms with deterministic performance requirements. Develop and implement control algorithms for connected vehicle applications that interface with ECUs, sensors, and actuators across vehicle networks. Architect system-level integration strategies for embedded controls software within the broader vehicle software platform.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Board Support Packages (BSPs) for automotive-grade embedded MCU platforms across multiple hardware configurations.
• Develop low-level device drivers, hardware abstraction layers, and real-time communication interfaces for automotive peripherals.
• Implement real-time performance optimization techniques including deterministic scheduling, interrupt handling, and memory management.
• Design and implement safety-critical software components following ISO functional safety standards and ASIL requirements.
• Lead vehicle integration activities including ECU calibration, diagnostic protocol implementation, and system validation in laboratory and test vehicle environments.
• Develop automated testing frameworks for embedded controls validation including software-in-the-loop (SIL) and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing.
• Collaborate with platform and middleware teams to ensure seamless integration between real-time controls and high-compute domains.
• Implement automotive communication protocol stacks including CAN, LIN, and automotive diagnostic protocols.
• Document system architecture, control algorithms, and integration procedures for development teams and automotive partners.

Essential Skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Work EnvironmentThis is a remote position with quarterly company onsite requirements (minimum one week per quarter). International travel may be required to visit customers and partners. US citizenship required; we do not sponsor visas for this role.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic team where innovation and technology drive the company's success. Enjoy the flexibility of remote work while contributing to cutting-edge automotive solutions. Engage with a collaborative and supportive work culture that values professional growth and development.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of San Diego, California.

This is a Permanent position based out of San Diego, CA.

The pay range for this position is $250000.00 - $275000.00 / yr.

To be discussed with company leaders.

This is a fully remote position.

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 1, 2025.

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About TEKsystems :

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.