Software Engineer - Embedded Systems

PACCAR•Kirkland, WA

About The Position

The Application Software Engineer - Embedded Systems leads DevOps initiatives that enable efficient, scalable, and high-quality embedded software development. The role architects and optimizes CI/CD pipelines, source control strategies, automated build and test systems, development infrastructure, and engineering processes. In collaboration with software, systems, and verification teams, the engineer drives improvements that accelerate development, improve product quality, strengthen traceability and compliance, and support ASPICE goals and software engineering best practices. The position also develops embedded software models for next-generation electronic control units and designs and releases embedded systems software and software architecture for heavy commercial trucks. It develops internal applications, dashboards, developer tools, and engineering automation solutions, and integrates testing, static analysis, code coverage, and quality reporting. The role is based in Kirkland, Washington, and requires up to 10% domestic and international travel.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
At least 5 years of experience in the development and release of automotive or commercial vehicle software, or a similar industry-related background.
Proficiency with MATLAB and/or Simulink.
Expertise with Jenkins, continuous integration, Git, Azure, and requirements management tools.
Strong coding experience using Python, Bash, PowerShell, and/or JavaScript.
Experience creating documentation, including software requirements specifications and engineering change notices.
Solid understanding of Design for Six Sigma and Six Sigma techniques.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Experience with PVS Studio, Bullseye Code Coverage, or similar quality tools.
Experience with automotive or commercial vehicle networks such as CAN, SAE J1939, and LIN.
Experience using IBM Rational Rhapsody, IBM Rational DOORS, IBM Rational Team Concert, Canoe/Vector Tools, Visio, and/or HP Quality Center.
Experience or knowledge of ARXML, ISO 26262, and ISO 15504/ASPICE compliance.
Familiarity with CMake, MSBuild, or Maven.

Responsibilities

Design, maintain, and optimize CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD, or similar tools.
Develop and maintain internal applications, dashboards, and developer tools using modern front-end and back-end technologies.
Develop embedded software models using MATLAB/Simulink/Stateflow for next-generation electronic control units.
Integrate unit, integration, and regression tests, static analysis, code coverage, and quality reporting.
Review and implement software modifications to repair defects discovered during validation and testing.
Monitor pipeline performance and improve reliability, speed, and resource usage.
Work with system architects and software architects to develop and maintain software-level technical requirements specifications.
Design and release embedded systems software and software architecture for heavy commercial trucks.
Design and integrate user interfaces, APIs, databases, and services that support engineering automation, reporting, and workflow improvements.
Travel up to 10% domestically and internationally.

Benefits

401(k) with up to a 5% company match.
Fully funded pension plan providing monthly benefits after retirement.
Comprehensive paid time off, including a minimum of 10 paid vacation days, 12 paid holidays, and sick time; additional vacation days with increased seniority or years of service.
Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
Medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and their families.
Flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA).
Paid short- and long-term disability programs.
Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
Employee Assistance Program services, including wellness plans, estate planning, and financial counseling.
Holiday gift.