Embedded Software Engineer- Bootloader
Mobis North America Plymouth, Michigan, United States
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing · 5,001-10,000 employees
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About the role
The role involves implementing and testing diagnostic routines, low-level drivers, and firmware updates for automotive infotainment systems. You will collaborate with internal teams and overseas R&D to ensure robust software deployment and system performance.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field and at least 3 years of experience in ARM/C-based software development. Proficiency in real-time operating systems, debugging tools, and serial communication protocols is required.
Full description
Description
JOB TITLE: Embedded Software Engineer- Bootloader
REPORTS TO: Infotainment Displays Engineering Manager
FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Salaried, Exempted
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
MOBIS Technical Center of North America is the Research & Development Center for Hyundai MOBIS, a Tier 1 supplier and an affiliate under Hyundai Motor Group. MOBIS produces and supplies a wide variety of automotive components to customers including component modules (chassis, cockpit and front-end module), core system, eco-friendly and DAS-mechatronics. Mobis delivers the design and development of advanced engineering, autonomous driving, infotainment, component modules, safety, brake and steering systems, lamp, ICS/electronics and software development solutions that consider the safety and convenience of our customers as well as the future.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Implement and test diagnostic routines and data transfer sequences using I2C communication.
- Develop initial board bring-up, low-level driver initialization, and troubleshooting startup or memory allocation issues using debugger tools (T32, GHS, etc.).
- Assist in implementing memory mapping, flash drivers, partitioning schemes, and bank-switching mechanisms for robust firmware updates.
- Engage in the full software lifecycle for automotive display and infotainment features using the internal V-model system.
- Creation of software requirements, technical design documentation, and code implementations based on strict automotive specifications.
- Develop system test plans and robust test case scenarios based on industry standards.
- Execute engineering and product-level validation while supporting vehicle quality events for stable deployment.
- Collaborate between internal engineering teams and external customers.
- Support discussion with customers regarding future product definitions, requirement refinements, and issue resolutions to maximize system performance.
- Report to: Engineering Manager of Infotainment Displays.
- Product/System: Automotive HUD, ICS, Display etc.
- Work and communicate with: Local Customers, Local team members, Research engineers from Korea and/or in Korea - Your project(s) may accompany HQ research engineers remotely or on your business site.
- Consult with Expatriate coordinator to enhance communication with R&D HQ.
In addition to the responsibilities mentioned above, tasks relating to the following area will be assigned as required.
- Be a team player.
- Have great attention to detail.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Be reliable (with reliable mode of transportation.)
REQUIRED EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION/YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, electronics/electrical engineering, or a related field.
- A minimum of 3 years of software development experience with ARM/C language in a real-time, multi-threaded OS environment.
- Hands-on experience with version control, CI/CD pipelines, and modern development workflows.
- The ability to debug and troubleshoot software issues and propose solutions.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and explain technical decisions clearly.
- Adaptability to work with overseas HQ, including participating in nightly discussions and navigating cross-cultural communication styles.
- Experience with I2C serial communication protocol.
PREFERRED EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION/YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
- Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electronics/Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience in software development for ARM-based (SoC) and Renesas microcontroller families (e.g., NXP, Infineon, RH850 or RL78).
- Experience with firmware development in low-level programming, including power management, clock configuration, and serial communication protocols such as UART, I2C, and SPI.
- Experience with in-vehicle serial communications (CAN, LIN, Ethernet, etc.).
- Proficient in hardware-level debugging using JTAG interfaces and on-chip emulators.
- Ability to read and analyze board-level schematics to debug hardware-software interactions.
- Experience and understanding of basics display interface (MIPI, DP, HDMI, LVDS etc).
- Knowledge of modern display technology including video and graphics for display firmware.
- Experience with AUTOSAR platforms for North American OEMs are a plus.
- Experience with SDV vehicle architecture is a plus.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:
- A typical work week is 45 hours/week.
- Working hours for employees are flexible with a typical day starting 7am- 9am M-F.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Office work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment which does not subject the employee to any hazardous or unpleasant elements.
TRAVEL:
- Occasional international travel.
- Local travel required.
OTHER DUTIES:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
CANDIDATE SPONSORSHIP:
Mobis does not provide immigration related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Mobis immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of Mobis as the immigration employer of record on a government form and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company. (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)
ADA DISCLAIMER:
Mobis North America is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at: MTCA_HR@gmobis.com
EEO STATEMENT:
Mobis North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.
Mobis North America will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Mobis North America legal duty to furnish information.
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