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Automotive Technician

Rocklin, CA ยท On-site

$38 - $45/hr

Automotive Service Excellence/ASE certification or Society of Automotive Engineers/SAE certification is preferred * Strong customer service and communications skills are required

Automotive Technician

Rocklin, CA ยท On-site

$38 - $45/hr

Automotive Service Excellence/ASE certification or Society of Automotive Engineers/SAE certification is preferred * Strong customer service and communications skills are required

Automotive Technician

Rocklin, CA ยท On-site

$38 - $45/hr

Automotive Service Excellence/ASE certification or Society of Automotive Engineers/SAE certification is preferred * Strong customer service and communications skills are required

Automotive Service Excellence/ASE certification or Society of Automotive Engineers/SAE certification is required * An associate degree or completion of an automotive service technician training ...

Automotive Service Excellence/ASE certification or Society of Automotive Engineers/SAE certification is required * An associate degree or completion of an automotive service technician training ...

Automotive Technician

Brookfield, IL ยท On-site

$25 - $45/hr

Automotive Service Excellence/ASE certification or Society of Automotive Engineers/SAE certification is required * An associate degree or completion of an automotive service technician training ...

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How much do automotive developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for automotive developer in the United States is $52.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40.38 and $64.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Automotive Developer?

An Automotive Developer is a software engineer who designs, develops, and maintains software systems used in vehicles. Their work includes developing embedded systems for features like navigation, infotainment, driver assistance, and connectivity. Automotive Developers often collaborate with hardware engineers and use specialized programming languages and tools tailored for automotive safety and reliability standards. Their goal is to ensure that vehicle software is functional, secure, and compliant with industry regulations.

What are some typical challenges Automotive Developers face when working on modern vehicle systems?

Automotive Developers often need to balance complex requirements such as safety, reliability, and real-time performance while working with evolving technologies like electric drivetrains, advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), and connectivity features. Integrating hardware and software across multidisciplinary teams can be challenging, especially when coordinating with suppliers and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Additionally, keeping up with rapid advancements in automotive technology requires continuous learning and adaptability.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Automotive Developer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Automotive Developer, you need strong programming skills (often in C/C++ or Python), a solid understanding of automotive systems, and typically a degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field. Familiarity with embedded systems, automotive communication protocols (such as CAN or LIN), and tools like MATLAB/Simulink or AUTOSAR is highly valued. Problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and effective communication distinguish top performers in this role. These skills are crucial for developing reliable, innovative automotive software that meets safety and industry standards.
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What states have the most Automotive Developer jobs? States with the most job openings for Automotive Developer jobs include:
Infographic showing various Automotive Developer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,905 per year, or $52.8 per hour.
Senior Developer Relationship Manager - Autonomous Vehicles

Senior Developer Relationship Manager - Autonomous Vehicles

NVIDIA

Santa Clara, CA โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 25 days ago


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Job Summary:
NVIDIA is at the forefront of the autonomous vehicle revolution, powering development with a cohesive, end-to-end platform. They are seeking a technical Senior Automotive Developer Relationship Manager to assist with technical engagement and drive the adoption of NVIDIA's automotive solutions, acting as a liaison for the automotive developer ecosystem and collaborating with internal teams to ensure successful integration of technologies.
Responsibilities:
โ€ข Assist with technical product engagement with senior technical leaders at strategic automotive partners, from innovative startups to established OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers. Serve as a primary DevRel point of contact.
โ€ข Develop and communicate a detailed technical understanding of NVIDIAโ€™s three core pillars: DGX, Omniverse, and DRIVE AGX including NVIDIA AI Enterprise. Incorporating standard methodology guides, and hands-on workshops for industry events, partner training and executive briefings.
โ€ข Assist with early-access software integrations with key partners, providing hands-on support and debugging to ensure successful deployment and feedback collection.
โ€ข Champion partner requirements, constraints, architectural patterns, and feature gaps to internal product and engineering teams. Contribute to product roadmap decisions by synthesizing insights from large-scale enterprise environments and cross-industry patterns, acquired through partner engagements.
โ€ข Partner management to navigate partner orgs and foster direct relationships with decision makers, influencers, champions and execs to drive impactful decisions
โ€ข Build trust across all levels of partner groups to ensure alignment and dedication
โ€ข Enable commercial discussions with ISV partners with NVIDIA Sales, Legal, and Product teams
โ€ข Support product launch and go-to-market activities with the Partnerโ€™s and NVIDIA Marketing and Sales teams
Qualifications:
Required:
โ€ข 8+ overall years of experience at a major technology company building or driving integrations of Software and SDKs into products.
โ€ข Advanced degree in a STEM field or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. MBA or proven experience.
โ€ข Experience leading and driving strategic partnerships with automotive companies with proven results.
โ€ข Hands-on experience (as a software engineer or technical product manager) in one or more of these areas: enterprise scale software development, data pipeline automation, full stack, AI model training, or synthetic data generation.
โ€ข Extraordinary interpersonal skills with a proven track record to articulate a value proposition to technical and non-technical audiences.
โ€ข Experience in structuring and negotiating sophisticated agreements, including working with internal and external commercial and legal teams to complete agreements.
โ€ข Consistent track record to blend discernment, customer focus, and excellence on new technologies.
โ€ข Hands-on experience with C++, Python, CUDA, and deep learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow).
โ€ข Deep understanding of AI model development lifecycles, from data pipelines and training to optimization and deployment on edge devices.
Preferred:
โ€ข Experience with World Foundational Models and other generative modeling techniques for Physical AI.
โ€ข GPU-based libraries, frameworks, tools, SDKs and infrastructure for model training and inference.
โ€ข GPU-powered simulation platforms, such as NVIDIA Ominverse, Unreal Engine, or Unity.
โ€ข Direct experience working on ADAS/AD software stacks (e.g., perception, sensor fusion, path planning) and knowledge of automotive standards like ISO 26262.
โ€ข Strong understanding of the enterprise AI landscape and the challenges faced by autonomous vehicle developers in embracing new AI technologies at scale.
Company:
NVIDIA is a computing platform company operating at the intersection of graphics, HPC, and AI. Founded in 1993, the company is headquartered in Santa Clara, USA, with a team of 10001+ employees. The company is currently Late Stage.

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NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It's a unique legacy of innovation that's fueled by great technology--and amazing people. Today, we're tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what's never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world's best talent.

Industry

Computer and electronic product manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Santa Clara, CA, US

Year founded

1993