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Job Title: Software Integration Engineer – Automotive Infotainment & HMI

Job Description

The Software Integration Engineer leads the global development of infotainment and HMI component functions for automotive platforms. This role owns key infotainment features from concept through launch, defines and manages technical requirements, coordinates cross-functional development activities, and supports testing, validation, and certification efforts. You will work closely with global engineering teams, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure high-quality, compliant infotainment systems that deliver an excellent in-vehicle user experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the global development of HMI component functions with a primary focus on infotainment features such as radio, multimedia, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and phone connectivity.
• Own infotainment features from concept through launch, ensuring alignment with product goals and user experience requirements.
• Create technical concepts, define and manage detailed technical requirements, and develop functional and non-functional specifications for infotainment and HMI functions.
• Manage scope definition and scope changes, including handling bug fixes, feature enhancements, and change requests throughout the product lifecycle.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, including specifications, technical reports, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate and support audio tuning activities, working with different cabin configurations, speakers, and microphones to optimize audio performance.
• Support and coordinate certification activities for Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, satellite radio (SXM), HD Radio, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and country-specific certifications to ensure product compliance.
• Ensure proper implementation and validation/verification of deliverables in collaboration with internal teams, external partners, and suppliers.
• Analyze defects identified on test benches and in vehicles, determine root causes, and drive resolutions in coordination with engineering and supplier teams.
• Align, create, and track project timelines, milestones, and deliverables, ensuring on-time delivery of features and components.
• Coordinate global stakeholders, including requesters, internal engineering teams, suppliers, and project teams, to drive issue resolution and project execution.
• Oversee project responsibilities such as communication, milestone planning, and risk management, proactively identifying and mitigating project risks.
• Support testing and validation activities, ensuring that infotainment features undergo appropriate verification in vehicle and bench test environments.
• Provide executive-level updates through reports and presentations, clearly communicating project status, risks, and outcomes.
• Work independently to manage suppliers, drive projects with minimal direction, and deliver against agreed timelines.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams across different regions and cultural backgrounds, fostering effective communication and team coordination.

Essential Skills

• Master’s degree in a related field such as Automotive Engineering or a closely aligned discipline.
• Approximately 5 years of experience in product development in a related automotive or electronic systems field.
• More than 2 years of experience as a function owner for infotainment systems, owning features from concept through launch.
• Hands-on experience in the development of automotive ECUs, including both software and hardware, with knowledge of CAN, AUTOSAR, and Ethernet.
• Experience developing HMI and infotainment functions such as FM/AM radio, satellite radio (SXM), weather services (WX), HD Radio, DAB, multimedia systems, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, phone connectivity, and related peripherals like antennas, speakers, and microphones.
• Experience planning and executing certification activities for Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, SXM, HD Radio, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and country-specific compliance requirements.
• Experience tuning audio parameters of infotainment platforms, taking into account different cabin configurations and collaborating with external audio partners.
• Experience analyzing defects in test benches and vehicles and deriving effective technical resolutions.
• Experience in technical project management, including coordination of cross-functional project partners and suppliers.
• Strong analytical and logical thinking skills, with a proven ability to solve complex technical problems.
• Proficiency with tools such as Vector tools, Diagnostic Link, Jira, Confluence, Cplace, and MS Office.
• Strong communication skills and demonstrated ability to coordinate and collaborate with global teams across different cultural backgrounds.
• Proactive, confident, and independent working style, with the ability to operate effectively in an environment of ambiguity and ongoing change.
• Solid understanding of vehicle electronics, ECUs, CAN communication, Ethernet, AUTOSAR, and vehicle software/hardware integration.
• Technical leadership capability to work independently, manage suppliers, and drive projects with minimal direction.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with infotainment platforms and multimedia systems, including audio systems, phone connectivity, and integrated radios.
• Familiarity with automotive development processes and structured product development methodologies.
• Ability to coordinate across multiple global teams and manage complex stakeholder environments.
• Comfort with issue tracking, requirements management, and project documentation tools such as Jira, Confluence, and Cplace.
• Strong organizational skills for tracking schedules, risks, milestones, and deliverables.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise reports and executive-level updates for leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies and processes quickly in a fast-changing environment.
• Interest in challenging and exciting technical topics with a desire for continuous growth and learning.

Work Environment

This role operates in a dynamic, office-based engineering environment with regular collaboration across multiple teams and global stakeholders. The schedule does not follow a rigid shift structure and may include early morning meetings around 6 a.m. to support global coordination. You are expected to be in the office by around 9 a.m. and generally available between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., with flexibility required Monday through Friday to accommodate project needs and international communication. The position typically involves four days onsite and one day remote each week, providing a balance of in-person collaboration and focused remote work. You will work with modern automotive development tools and platforms, including Vector tools, Diagnostic Link, Jira, Confluence, Cplace, and standard office productivity software. The environment emphasizes challenging and exciting topics, cross-functional collaboration, and ongoing learning, offering strong potential for professional growth and the opportunity to contribute to advanced infotainment and HMI systems.

Regional talent to the PNW/PDX area is highly prioritized given the onsite-heavy hybrid schedule. If not local to Portland, please put your plan and timeline to relocate yourself here on top of your resume.

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This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, OR.

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $80.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Portland,OR.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 20, 2026.

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