Wayve

Application Software Engineer - Embedded Software C++

Sunnyvale, California USA · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$210k-$298kDetected 139 days ago

C++BashGitDockerCI/CDJenkinsLinuxEmbedded SystemsTest AutomationCommunication

About the role

We're seeking an exceptional Application SW Engineer to join our Application Engineering org, focused on localising and advancing Wayve's autonomous driving technology for the US market.
This is a unique opportunity to play a hands-on role in shaping our AV capabilities in the US from the ground up.
In this role, you'll be responsible for the bring-up and early validation of our AI software stack on customer hardware platforms, ensuring seamless performance across diverse SoCs and operating systems.

Execute software bring-up on customer hardware platforms (e.g. NVIDIA Drive, Qualcomm Ride).
Integrate and validate drivers, middleware, and boot-time configurations.
Collaborate with Verification & Release teams to integrate hardware into CI/CD, HIL, and test infrastructure.
Implement system-level diagnostics, logging, and secure boot configuration.
Comfortable working with hardware debuggers, flashing tools, serial consoles, and board support packages (BSPs).

8+ years of experience in embedded or automotive software development, ideally with hands-on platform bring-up experience.
Strong proficiency in C/C++, Bash, and Python.
Experience with bring-up on automotive-grade SoCs (e.g., NVIDIA Orin, Qualcomm SA8295/SA8650, Renesas, TI).

This role is a full-time role based in Sunnyvale or Detroit (hybrid) and the reasonably estimated salary for this role ranges from $209,700 to $298,200, plus a competitive equity package.

Develop automation for setup, flashing, health checks, and test execution on target hardware.

In order to set you up for success as an Application Software Engineer at Wayve, we're looking for the following skills and experience.

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