Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer - Battery Software
Lucid Motors is hiring a Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer - Battery Software. It pays $158k-$218k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on Lucid Motors.
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Develop robust real-time embedded firmware and software architecture for electric vehicle battery management systems.
About Lucid
At Lucid, we are creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucid’s proprietary technology and software-defined vehicle architecture, our award-winning vehicles bring our “Compromise Nothing™” approach to the global automotive market. That means refusing to choose between performance and sustainability, design and engineering, ambition and integrity. In Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity, we have designed and built vehicles that have redefined their segments, combining exceptional range, performance, design, and expansive space in a single experience.
We achieve this through deep vertical integration, with design, engineering, and production happening in-house across our global offices and manufacturing facilities. Our teams come from industries around the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence. By refusing to settle, you can help redefine what’s possible and shape the future of mobility.
Lead Innovation in Battery Management
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? As a Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in developing world-class battery management software (BMS). This senior position involves creating sophisticated architecture and design solutions to tackle complex problems, delivering high-quality software for real-time embedded systems, and ensuring the development of exceptionally reliable software.
What You'll Do:
· Innovative Architecture and Design: Spearhead the development of sophisticated software architecture and design to solve complex challenges in battery management.
· High-Performance Software Development: Implement robust software solutions for real-time embedded systems, ensuring high performance and reliability, setting the standard for excellence in every product.
· Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with a dynamic team to advance our state-of-the-art battery management and energy intelligence features.
· Mission-Critical Feature Development: Design, develop, and own mission-critical features such as state machines, fault handling, diagnostics etc.
· Versatile Support: Assist the department with additional duties and tasks as needed.
What You'll Bring:
· Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field(s) is required. Master's degree or higher education is preferred.
· Professional Experience: 5+ years of embedded software development experience, including architecture, design, coding, testing, and release.
· Programming Expertise: 3+ years of experience using C (required) and/or Python.
· Hardware Proficiency: 2+ years of experience with schematics and peripheral interfaces.
· Safety-Critical Systems: Experience in multi-core development for safety-critical systems.
· Design and Development Tools: Proficiency with software design and development tools.
Preferred Qualifications:
· Industry Experience: Experience developing BMS or working in EV or automotive industry.
· Technical Expertise: Knowledge of AUTOSAR, Automotive Ethernet, UDS, etc.
· Software Tools: Experience with MATLAB/Simulink.
· Process Knowledge: Familiarity with Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and software engineering processes.
Salary Range: The compensation range for this position is specific to the locations listed below and is the range Lucid reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; and other relevant business and organizational factors. Base Pay Range (Annual)$158,400—$217,800 USDCompensation & Benefits: Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays, paid sick leave; and a 401(k) retirement plan. Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off, and salaried/exempt employee accrue up to 160 hours paid time off. Eligible employees may also participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, are determined based on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results, in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.
Equal Opportunity: At Lucid, we believe diversity strengthens everything we build. Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal laws and regulations.
Accessibility: Lucid Motors is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need any accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at TA-Operations <@> lucidmotors.com. This email address is designated solely for accommodation requests and is not monitored for job applications or resume submissions. To be considered for employment, all applications must be submitted through the Lucid Motors Careers website.
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To all recruitment agencies: Lucid Motors does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Lucid Motors. Lucid Motors is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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