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Software Engineer - System Test Design - Simulations

Software Engineer - System Test Design - Simulations

Lucid Motors

Phoenix, AZ

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago


Lucid Motors rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 35 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

17th of 44 rated automakers


Job description

Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility
At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility.
 
We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience.
 
Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, were providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.

Software Engineer, System Test Design, Simulations

We are currently seeking a Software Engineer in the System Simulation Test Design team to expand our internal controls verification and validation tools. The position requires an experienced professional with a strong background in C or C++ programming to develop production code. Our ideal candidate has a growth mindset and is willing to dive in immediately to start adding value. Candidates are expected to be accustomed with a fast-paced environment while still maintaining high quality in their work.

Role:

  • Develop and maintain internal SIL/MIL tools used for controls verification and validation
  • Consume MATLAB/Simulink models to integrate new components and features with the SIL interface
  • Understand and develop new user features or improve existing ones while maintaining performance
  • Document design pattern decisions and produce maintainable code
  • Challenge status quo and propose changes that could improve user experience, code quality or overall performance
  • Create and develop unit, functional, and integration tests to ensure cross-platform compatibility (Windows and Linux)
  • Maintain and develop automation pipelines for internal use to test and deploy SIL/MIL software
  • Support development of CI/CD pipelines for external stakeholders related to in-house software
  • Engage in regular code reviews of fellow engineers to bring maintain software quality
  • Mentor and support junior engineers and assist in users troubleshooting

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's + 3 years or more of non-internship professional software development experience in embedded, robotics, aerospace or automotive industries OR Master's + 1 year or more of non-internship professional software development experience in embedded, robotics, aerospace or automotive industries
  • Bachelor's + 3 years or more experience of writing production level code using C, C++ or Rust OR Master's + 1 years or more experience of writing production level code using C, C++ or Rust
  • 1+ years experience of scripting using Python or BASH
  • Relevant experience in automotive, aerospace or robotics domains including exposure to AUTOSAR architecture (BSW, RTE, and application layer concepts)
  • Experience using MATLAB/Simulink development, especially CodeGen to consume internal models for SIL/MIL integration
  • Experience in test automation for Linux and Windows
  • Experience with CI/CD systems using GitLab, Jenkins, GitHub or similar
  • Experienced in working in fast-paced, ambiguous environments where priorities are often updated to support business needs
  • Highly technical and organized, able to maintain clear documentation

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Working knowledge of AUTOSAR MCAL drivers and platform integration to support hardware abstraction and low-level software development
  • Experience working with ISO standards like ISO26262
  • Experience in controls application or base software (firmware) development
  • Experience with GUI frameworks such as QT or game engines such as Unity

Education Requirements:

  • Bachelors Degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical and Electronics or a related technical field is required.
  • Masters Degree is preferred.

Additional Compensation and Benefits: Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in Lucids equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs.  (Cash or equity incentive awards, if any, will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and company performance.)

By Submitting your application, you understand and agree that your personal data will be processed in accordance with our Candidate Privacy Notice. If you are a California resident, please refer to our California Candidate Privacy Notice.

To all recruitment agencies: Lucid Motors does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers alias or other Lucid Motors employees. Lucid Motors is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. 
 

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About Lucid Motors

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Lucid Motors is a highly innovative electric vehicle manufacturer located in Newark, CA, USA. Primarily engaged in the automotive industry, its mission is to elevate electric vehicles' standing and transform the way people travel. The company was founded in 2007 by Bernard Tse and Sam Weng as Atieva, a name under which it initially focused on battery technology. However, it pivoted towards automotive manufacturing and rebranded as Lucid Motors in 2016. The company is committed to making luxury, sustainable electric vehicles that break norms and set new standards with top-notch technology and engineering. Their mission aligns with their core values, which are centered around innovation, sustainability, and excellence. Notably, Lucid Motors launched the Lucid Air in 2020, an all-electric sedan well-received for its advanced features and impressive mileage.

Industry

Manufacturing

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Newark, CA, US

Year founded

2007