Sr Software and System Development Engineer I

About the Role

This position will lead the development of hardware and software technologies into our vehicles to enhance comfort, safety, and user experience towards creating a top-class infotainment platform with a focus on C.A.S.E. (Connected Autonomous Shared Electrification) and Quality.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on performance testing, including developing unique requirements on system components and vehicle testing to guarantee product acceptance.
• Support maturation testing to cover different configurations of components to ensure all variations work correctly.
• Direct Honda-selected suppliers to design and manage components to maturation schedule requirements.
• Write clear and concise reports, presentations, and technical documents to record development activities and communicate with Technical Experts.
• Recognize and specify critical functional (hardware, software, and communication) requirements for infotainment system components to match customer demands.
• Develop, write, and issue specification requirements for system components.
• Analyze and interpret test results, predict performance/failure, and provide required product/design data.
• Effectively communicate the development schedule and report the status of component functions to different company areas/departments.
• Research and influence the future path and trends of infotainment system architecture, features/functions, and efficient development methods.
• Assess marketplace demands with a competitive viewpoint of infotainment system component requirements.
• Propose, develop, and justify new functions (hardware, electrical, software, HMI, etc.) to meet market requirements.

Requirements

• College-level Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics, Automotive Engineering, or a similar STEM field.
• At least 3 years of demonstrable relevant industry experience after completion of academics.
• Good understanding of vehicle communication protocols, e.g., CAN (Controlled Area Network), LIN, Ethernet.
• Python scripting to create test automation tools.
• Familiarity with project management tools/processes (e.g., Jira) is desirable.

Workstyle

This is an onsite job. One remote workday per week may be possible with prior departmental approval.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary (pay based on geographic location, work experience, and other variables).
• Paid overtime.
• Regional bonus (when applicable).
• Industry-leading benefit plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription).
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and shutdown.
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability.
• 401K Plan with company match and additional contribution.
• Relocation assistance (if eligible).
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.
• Career mobility.
• Education reimbursement for continued learning.
• Training and development programs.
• Tuition assistance and student loan repayment.
• Lifestyle account.
• Childcare reimbursement account.
• Elder care support.
• Wellbeing program.
• Community service and engagement programs.
• Product programs.