Embedded Software Engineer - Autonomous Vehicle Program

PACCAR•Kirkland, WA

18h•Onsite

About The Position

PACCAR Electronics is seeking a motivated and experienced Embedded Software Engineer to support our Autonomous Vehicle Program. In this role, you will design, develop, validate, and release embedded software for next-generation electronic control units (ECUs) that power advanced driver assistance and autonomous vehicle systems for heavy commercial trucks. You’ll collaborate closely with systems, software, and vehicle architects to deliver high-quality, safety-compliant embedded solutions while applying industry-leading development practices.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of experience developing and releasing embedded software in automotive, commercial vehicle, or a closely related industry
Proficiency with embedded software development and modeling tools, including: MATLAB® / Simulink® / Stateflow®
Source control tools such as Git and/or Subversion (SVN)
CI/CD or ALM platforms (e.g., Azure DevOps)
Experience with automotive and commercial vehicle networks, including CAN, SAE J1939, and LIN
Strong experience using requirements and systems engineering tools

Nice To Haves

Experience with tools such as IBM Rational Rhapsody, IBM Rational DOORS, IBM Rational Team Concert, Sparx Enterprise Architect, Creo/Pro/Engineer, Mentor Graphics, logi.CAD, and/or HP Quality Center
Familiarity with functional safety and process standards, including ISO 26262, ISO 15504 (SPICE)
Experience with system-level embedded/software prototyping (RCP) and requirements generation
Strong technical documentation skills, including creation of software requirements specifications, design documentation, and validation reports

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain embedded software models using MATLAB®, Simulink®, and Stateflow® in alignment with software and system design requirements
Manage source control and controlled software releases to ensure project delivery aligns with schedule, budget, and functional objectives
Plan, execute, and track software validation, verification, and usability testing for vehicle software modules
Diagnose, test, and implement software fixes for defects identified during development, validation, or field testing
Lead and participate in design and code/model reviews, ensuring adherence to embedded software best practices and internal quality standards
Collaborate with vehicle property owners, product developers, system architects, and software architects to define, document, and maintain software-level technical requirements
Design and release embedded systems, including electrical, electronic, and software architecture, for heavy commercial vehicle applications
Develop and maintain clear interface documentation for wiring design, software architecture, and cross-functional engineering teams
Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes, tools, and standards to ensure high-quality, reliable, and scalable electronic systems
Support domestic and international travel up to 10% as needed