Embedded Systems Software Architect & Lead Engineer

About the Position

Embedded Systems Software Architect & Lead Engineer

Senior • On-site

Tychy, Poland

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WHO ARE WE?

WE ARE A WORLD LEADER IN ENGINEERING AND IT SERVICES. At ALTEN, we see our specialists as architects – today’s designers of tomorrow’s world. As a leader in Engineering and IT Services, we support companies in their technological and sustainable transformation.

OVER 57,400 EMPLOYEES IN 30+ COUNTRIES, TO SUPPORT MORE THAN 6,500 CLIENTS WORLDWIDE. We operate in all sectors: Aeronautics, Space, Defence, Security & Naval, Automotive, Rail & Mobility, Energy & Environment, Life Sciences & Health, Industrial Equipment & Electronics, Telecoms, Banking, Finance & Insurance, Retail, Services & Medias, Public Services & Government.

We carry out complex and highly technical projects throughout the value chain of the most prestigious companies worldwide. Our motto: Building Tomorrow’s World Today!

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Responsibilities

• Lead the software architecture planning, design, and implementation for Electronic Power Steering, Systems, Steer-by-Wire systems (Handwheel Actuator and Roadwheel Actuator), and Software as a Product projects.
• Analyze customer, system, and safety requirements to derive software project requirements.
• Design and implement world-class embedded software using C in compliance with ISO 26262.
• Develop software architecture.
• Integrate software components into AUTOSAR-based projects.
• Implement the software infrastructure as designed by the Software Architecture Team.
• Develop documentation in compliance with Automotive SPICE.
• Incorporate requirements traceability into software development activities.
• Interface with global cross-functional teams to understand requirements and review designs.
• Interface directly with OEMs to understand and influence design aspects impacting software.
• Participate in and lead design reviews.
• Participate in software process development activities.
• Review and understand technical references and data sheets for the system microcontroller.
• Maintain awareness of the impact on product quality and the importance of activities in achieving, maintaining, and improving quality, including customer requirements and risks associated with nonconforming products.
• Participate in the maintenance of IATF 16949 standards.
• Perform activities relative to company and group needs.
• Select and develop product designs.
• Design and develop software to meet customer specifications and requirements.
• Provide preventive and corrective actions.
• Participate in customer meetings.
• Develop and unit-test embedded code.

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Requirements

Core Skills:

• Strong understanding of software development techniques and methodologies.
• Working knowledge of CAN, UART, SPI, GPIOs, Timers, Watchdog, and Interrupt handling.
• Understanding of ISO 26262 functional safety concepts and their impact on software development.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Project).
• Strong communication skills.
• Familiarity with MISRA standards and verification tools.
• Familiarity with automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, FlexRay).
• Familiarity with CAN network analysis tools.
• Familiarity with maturity models such as A-SPICE and/or CMMI is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with static analysis tools such as QAC and Polyspace is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with modeling tools such as MATLAB/Simulink is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with requirements management tools such as DOORS is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with software safety mechanisms such as Memory Protection Units (MPU) and watchdogs is highly desirable.
• Good English language skills.

Experience:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar position.
• Experience in software architecture development.
• Experience with AUTOSAR architecture and third-party software stacks (MICROSAR, MCAL, HSM).
• Experience with memory management and diagnostic stacks.
• Experience in Flash Bootloader development and integration (preferably Vector Bootloaders) is mandatory.
• Experience with Vector-based analysis and development tools (DaVinci Configurator, DaVinci Developer, CANoe, CANape).
• Experience with cross-compilers and cross-assemblers.
• Experience with 8-bit, 16-bit, and 32-bit microcontrollers (Renesas, Infineon).
• Experience with embedded microcontrollers and common peripherals.
• Experience with formal configuration management tools.

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We Offer

• Full-time employment contract
• Location – Tychy; work model – on-site
• Stable and long-term cooperation
• Well-defined career path at the European leader in engineering & IT consulting
• Opportunity to relocate and work in different ALTEN Polska branches
• Introduction and cooperation with dedicated Competences Manager
• Medicover medical care
• Medicover dental care
• Medicover Benefits platform
• Medicover Sport card
• Referral Program
• Layette for a newborn employee’s child
• Group life insurance
• Pension scheme
• Access to professional certifications with our technology partners (e.g. Google, ISTQB)
• Access to relevant industry events
• Access to the Knowledge Sharing Program
• Access to Referral program

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About the Company

We are a world leader in engineering and IT services, supporting companies in their technological and sustainable transformation. With over 57,400 employees in 30+ countries, we operate in all sectors, including Aeronautics, Space, Defence, Security & Naval, Automotive, Rail & Mobility, Energy & Environment, Life Sciences & Health, Industrial Equipment & Electronics, Telecoms, Banking, Finance & Insurance, Retail, Services & Medias, Public Services & Government.

Our motto: Building Tomorrow’s World Today!

Do not hesitate and join our team!

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