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Embedded Software Engineer, Vehicle Access

Irvine, CA💼 Full-time💰 $150,000–$150,000🗓 2026-09-28 → 2026-09-29

Core

Own implementation and architecture of vehicle access authentication path, including transaction authorization, lock/unlock, start authorization, and remote functions for Digital Key and Key Card systems.

Role type

Senior IC embedded software engineer (automotive vehicle access)

Builds

Vehicle access authentication stack, Digital Key functionality, and Key Card authentication flows for electric vehicles

Domain

Automotive, embedded systems, wireless connectivity

Required skills

Embedded C programming, Python scripting, automotive ECU software development, wireless connectivity (Bluetooth, UWB, NFC, RF), system architecture, end-to-end ownership, AI-assisted development tools

Preferred skills

CCC Digital Key standards, BCM/Vehicle Access ECU experience, automotive cybersecurity, CAN/Automotive Ethernet protocols, embedded Linux/RTOS, ISO 26262/ASPICE/MISRA

Technologies

C, Python, Bluetooth, UWB, NFC, RF, VS Code, GitHub Copilot, CAN, Automotive Ethernet

Responsibilities

Architect and develop embedded software for Vehicle Access systems running on ECUs; Design and maintain Digital Key functionality based on CCC standards; Develop software supporting vehicle access features utilizing Bluetooth, UWB, NFC, and RF; Lead collaboration with systems, hardware, validation, cybersecurity, and mobile application teams; Write and enhance embedded software in C leveraging Python for automation; Diagnose complex software, connectivity, and RF-related issues across vehicle and mobile ecosystems

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

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