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Hyundai 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

• 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

• Basic Qualifications:
  • 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

• Preferred Qualifications:
  • 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

• 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

• Candidates applying for positions with Hyundai KIA must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
  • HATCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled and Veteran. VEVRAA Federal contractor.