Infotainment Software Development Engineer

Hyundai Motor Company•Ypsilanti Charter Township, MI

30d

About The Position

Infotainment Software Development EngineerHyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is looking for an experienced engineer to join the Production Application Team of the Infotainment Software Department, which undertakes various innovation projects related to infotainment and UI/UX systems software development efforts concerning the next generation of vehicle software architecture for Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis vehicles, as well as the production application of software features and service contents What You Will Do: Plan and design automotive infotainment features and define engineering specs Own feature delivery from requirements through implementation, integration, validation, and release readiness (including defect triage) Develop request for quote (RFQ) documentation, define acceptance criteria, and lead supplier vetting Organize, plan, and execute infotainment projects, utilizing Agile software development and traditional automotive quality processes, such as V-Model and ASPICE Lead cross-functional system integration across internal teams and suppliers, including interface definition and integration readiness Lead and mentor software development peers through technical direction, design reviews, and code reviews Drive stakeholder communication and alignment around project status, risks, and deliverables Ensure deployment and adherence to state-of-the-art DevOps processes, including CI/CD and automated quality gates (where applicable) Define target validation levels and quality metrics for the project, including requirements-to-test traceability expectations Support production and field issue resolution using logs, traces, and root cause analysis, and drive corrective actions through releases Collaborate with internal/external project partners, such as content providers, prototyping services, university labs, and tech suppliers Conduct competitor system benchmarking, industry technology sensing, and trend analysis Travel up to 20% of the time, both domestically and internationally

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, computer science, industrial engineering, or a related discipline
3+ years of professional experience in automotive or IT-embedded product development
3+ years of professional experience in the automotive infotainment field
Understanding of engineering spec definition: SRS, SAD, SDD, and Wireframe
Familiarity with automotive infotainment operating systems: AAOS, Linux, and QNX
Proficiency in at least one of the following languages: C++, Java, or Kotlin
Experience with Android/AAOS development and debugging tools: Android Studio, adb, logcat, and dumpsys
Experience diagnosing Android/AAOS performance and stability issues using system diagnostics and traces (e.g., bugreport, Perfetto/Systrace, etc.)
Experience with HMI development technologies: Android Studio, QT, Kanzi, Altia, and Disti
Understanding of embedded software fundamentals, including multithreading, IPC, and performance constraints on target hardware
Ability to explain technical topics to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Excellent time management, self-management, and organization skills
An ability to adapt to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines
Strong written, oral, interpersonal, and leadership skills
Good communication skills and an ability to develop/maintain positive relationships with tech experts from the R&D Center and internal counterpart teams

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in computer engineering, computer science, human-computer interaction, human factors, industrial design, industrial engineering, or a related discipline
Experience with common software frameworks: Wayland, OpenglES, Android meta-EGL, LVGL, OpenVG, Vulkan, and Virt
Familiarity with AAOS architecture concepts (e.g., system services, privileged apps, and vehicle property access patterns)
Experience with Git-based workflows, branch/release management practices, and code review processes
Experience creating and maintaining automated test strategies (unit, integration, and system-level) integrated with CI
Experience with 3D development frameworks: Unity, Unreal Engine, and Silicon Studio
Experience in debugging embedded devices and optimizing system performance
Experience in production software lifecycle: requirements, system design, development, maintenance, and release readiness for embedded software for vehicle systems
Experience writing technical RFQs, evaluating supplier proposals, and managing deliverables/acceptance criteria through integration
Working knowledge of vehicle communication network systems (CAN, LIN, Ethernet, etc.) and instrumentation/operation of data acquisition systems, such as ETAS/INCA and Vector/CANoe
Familiarity with secure development practices and vulnerability triage for embedded/connected products
Understanding of modern techniques in at least one of the following fields: machine learning, deep neural networks, natural language processing, or voice/speech recognition
Knowledge in Agile, Waterfall, DevOps development processes and tools, such as Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, and Bamboo

Responsibilities

Plan and design automotive infotainment features and define engineering specs
Own feature delivery from requirements through implementation, integration, validation, and release readiness (including defect triage)
Develop request for quote (RFQ) documentation, define acceptance criteria, and lead supplier vetting
Organize, plan, and execute infotainment projects, utilizing Agile software development and traditional automotive quality processes, such as V-Model and ASPICE
Lead cross-functional system integration across internal teams and suppliers, including interface definition and integration readiness
Lead and mentor software development peers through technical direction, design reviews, and code reviews
Drive stakeholder communication and alignment around project status, risks, and deliverables
Ensure deployment and adherence to state-of-the-art DevOps processes, including CI/CD and automated quality gates (where applicable)
Define target validation levels and quality metrics for the project, including requirements-to-test traceability expectations
Support production and field issue resolution using logs, traces, and root cause analysis, and drive corrective actions through releases
Collaborate with internal/external project partners, such as content providers, prototyping services, university labs, and tech suppliers
Conduct competitor system benchmarking, industry technology sensing, and trend analysis
Travel up to 20% of the time, both domestically and internationally

Benefits

Zero-dollar Employee Premiums on Medical, Dental, and Vision for You and Your Family
100% Employer-paid Disability and Life Insurance
Generous Paid Time Off, Including Vacation, Sick, and Abundant Holidays
Competitive Salaries
A Global Environment that Fosters Diversity
Retirement Savings and Planning Benefits
Access to Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
Flexible Work Hours

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