Software Developer, Vehicle Applications Software

Sonatus

Dublin, Ireland

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Who this role is best for

Best suited to candidates with C++ expertise and a background in automotive software development working in edge computing environments.

Best fit for

Candidates with C++ expertise and a background in automotive software development
— “Independent proficiency in modern C++ (C++11 or newer)”
Individuals who are comfortable with Linux and have a collaborative mindset
— “Exposure to software development on Linux platforms”
Professionals who have delivered production-grade software systems in real-world environments
— “3+ years of experience contributing to production-grade software systems”

Things to consider

The role requires a strong commitment to real-world automotive software validation
— “delivering high-quality software and validating it in a real-world automotive environment”
Candidates must be prepared to work on edge computing platforms in vehicles
— “design and build high-performance, data-driven applications that run on edge computing platforms inside vehicles”

How to stand out

Highlight experience with real-time systems and unit testing in your resume and interviews
— “Implement and maintain unit and integration tests to ensure code quality”
Demonstrate your ability to produce and maintain technical documentation
— “Produce and maintain technical documentation for internal and external stakeholders”
Showcase your exposure to automotive communication protocols like CAN and Ethernet
— “Understanding of automotive communication protocols like CAN, Ethernet, MQTT, and TCP/IP”
Emphasize your experience with build systems such as CMake or Bazel
— “Familiarity with build systems such as CMake, Bazel, or equivalents”
Demonstrate your proficiency in Python and shell scripting for automation
— “Experience with Python and shell scripting for automation or tooling”

Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

robust software solutions
high-performance applications
clean and maintainable code

Typical background

software engineeringcomputer scienceembedded systems

Skills & requirements

Required

C++ DevelopmentLinux PlatformUnit And Integration TestingDebugging And Problem-solving

Preferred

Automotive Software DevelopmentEdge ComputingCi/cd Tools

Stack & domain

C++PythonShell ScriptingAutomotive

About the role

Original posting from Sonatus via Greenhouse

At Sonatus, we’re driving the transformation to AI-enabled software-defined vehicles. Traditional automotive software methods can’t keep pace with consumer expectations shaped by the mobile industry—where features evolve rapidly, update seamlessly, and improve continuously. That’s why leading OEMs trust Sonatus to accelerate this shift. Our technology is already in production across more than 9 million vehicles on the road today and rapidly expanding.
Headquartered in Sunnyvale, CA, with 250+ employees worldwide, Sonatus combines the agility of a fast-growing company with the scale and impact of an established partner. Backed by strong funding and proven by global deployment, we’re solving some of the most interesting and complex challenges in the industry. Join us and help redefine what’s possible as we shape the future of mobility.
Role Summary
Sonatus is looking for a Software Developer to join our Vehicle Applications team in Dublin, Ireland. In this role, you’ll design and build high-performance, data-driven applications that run on edge computing platforms inside vehicles. You’ll collaborate across teams to deliver robust software solutions that drive the future of connected and software-defined vehicles. This is a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge automotive technology in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
Job Responsibilities
Develop robust, high-performance data applications for edge computing systems in vehicles.
Write clean, efficient, and maintainable C++ code.
Implement and maintain unit and integration tests to ensure code quality.
Produce and maintain technical documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
Debug, diagnose, and resolve complex issues.
Collaborate closely with other developers, QA, DevOps, and engineering teams of our customers and partners throughout the development lifecycle.
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
3+ years of experience contributing to production-grade software systems.
Independent proficiency in modern C++ (C++11 or newer), with evidence of knowledge in multi-threading, concurrent programming & unit / integration testing.
Exposure to software development on Linux platforms.
Familiarity with build systems such as CMake, Bazel, or equivalents.
Operational knowledge with operating systems, data structures, and algorithms.
Strong debugging and problem solving skills.
Experience with Python and shell scripting for automation or tooling.
A collaborative mindset.
Motivated by delivering high-quality software and validating it in a real-world automotive environment.
Preferred
Experience with automotive software development on Linux or Android platforms.
Understanding of automotive communication protocols like CAN, Ethernet, MQTT, and TCP/IP.
Exposure to edge computing, connected vehicle platforms, or real-time systems.
Exposure to CI/CD tools such as Jenkins.
Benefits Offered:
Competitive compensation and stock option offerings
Time off (national holidays and statutory annual leave provisions apply)
Health care plan (Medical, dental)
Income protection and Life insurance benefits
Pension plan
Fitness Allowance
Phone & internet reimbursement
IT Equipment allowance
Snack and drinks in office

Source: Sonatus careers (Greenhouse)