Software Engineer – Embedded Systems

Lightship
Broomfield, CO
HybridCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Embedded systems professionals with C/C++ expertise and hardware integration experience will find this innovative role in the growing electric RV industry.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 5+ years of embedded software development and microcontroller experience
    — “Minimum 5 years experience in software development”
  • Individuals who have worked on automotive communication protocols and device drivers
    — “Experience with development for a microcontroller and experience with communication protocols such as SPI, CAN, CAN-FD, I2C, LIN, and UART”
  • Professionals who can bridge software and hardware domains through testing and integration
    — “Develop software unit tests suites and integrate test cases with a CI/CD pipeline”

Things to consider

  • The role demands a high level of autonomy and creativity in a collaborative, flat team structure
    — “expect a high degree of integrity, autonomy and creativity from all members of the team”

How to stand out

  • Emphasize experience with hardware bring-up and protocol integration in your resume
    — “Develop software to support hardware bring-up”
  • Showcase your work with cross-functional teams and debugging tools in your application materials
    — “Collaborate with cross-functional teams in identifying the root causes of software defects”
  • Highlight your familiarity with automotive systems and safety standards like ISO 26262
    — “Experience working with safety critical systems and familiarity with ISO 26262 standard”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • successful software integration
  • reliable in-vehicle controllers
  • positive team feedback
Typical background
computer science or engineering degreeembedded systems experience

Skills & requirements

Required

Embedded Systems DevelopmentMicrocontroller ProgrammingCommunication ProtocolsDebugging ToolsUnit Testing

Preferred

Linux OS ExperienceSafety Critical Systems KnowledgeAutomotive Electrical Systems Knowledge

Stack & domain

C/c++MicrocontrollerCommunication Protocols (spi, CAN, Can-fd, I2C, LIN, Uart)Debug Tools (oscilloscopes, Logic Analyzers, Multimeters)Software Unit TestsCi/cd PipelineCode ReviewsHardware Schematic ReviewsLinux Operating SystemsSafety Critical Systems (ISO 26262)Automotive Electrical Power SystemsAutomotive DrivetrainsEthernet, Wifi, LTE, BluetoothCollaborationRoot Cause AnalysisAutonomyCreativityEmbedded SystemsSoftware DevelopmentAutomotive

About the role

Original posting from Lightship via Lever

Overview

Lightship is the first American all-electric recreational vehicle manufacturer currently developing an aerodynamic, battery-powered trailer for the electric age. As the macro transition to an all-electric transportation ecosystem accelerates, Lightship is bringing the increased convenience and superior performance that electrification offers to a pastime enjoyed by over 11 million American families.

Honoring Diverse Perspectives

Lightship is committed to hiring and developing top talent from diverse backgrounds. We believe representing and supporting diverse groups is key to the success of our team members, customers, shareholders and the achievement of our mission and vision. We operate in a collaborative environment with a flat organizational structure and expect a high degree of integrity, autonomy and creativity from all members of the team.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop application software for Lightship’s in-vehicle controllers, spanning domains from drivetrain, power distribution, and body controls
  • Develop and integrate device drivers for embedded peripherals connected over LIN, SPI, UART, CAN
  • Develop software to support hardware bring-up
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams in identifying the root causes of software defects
  • Develop software unit tests suites and integrate test cases with a CI/CD pipeline
  • Participate in software code reviews and hardware schematic reviews

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
  • Minimum 5 years experience in software development
  • Proficiency coding in C/C++
  • Experience with development for a microcontroller and experience with communication protocols such as SPI, CAN, CAN-FD, I2C, LIN, and UART
  • Proficient with debug tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multimeters
  • Experience working with cross-functional software, hardware, test, and manufacturing teams

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Proficiency in programming languages such as C# and Python
  • Experience working with microprocessors and linux operating systems
  • Experience working with safety critical systems and familiarity with ISO 26262 standard
  • Familiarity with automotive electrical power systems and automotive drivetrains 
  • Familiarity with Ethernet, WiFi, LTE, and Bluetooth

Employee Benefits & Philosophy - Applies to Full Time Employees only

  • Healthcare, Dental, Vision
  • 401k
  • Flexible Paid Time Off - that we actually want you to use!
  • 13 Company Holidays: 8 throughout the year + the company observes a week of scheduled downtime during the end of the year, allowing all employees to enjoy a break
  • 12 weeks paid parental leave
  • Yearly LightTrip stipend for an RV trip &/or professional development opportunities 

Lightship offers all of its full time employees and their dependents full benefits including health, dental and vision insurance. We are on a mission to create a more healthful all-electric experience for a pastime that millions of families enjoy and believe strongly that our team should not have to worry about quality healthcare for themselves or their loved ones along the way.

Source: Lightship careers (Lever)

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