Feature Systems - Software Systems Developer

Position Description:

• Systems architect & development with concentration on new technology
• Lead development of features at the systems level from early feature development to production, including leading feature upgrade and migration plan.
• Develop high level network, wiring and power distribution topologies / schematics / block diagrams.
• Allocate features and functions to meet cost, quality and feature performance targets.
• Develop feature/functional/implementation specifications, feature Failure Mode Avoidance documentation, feature verification plan, functional safety assessment, cybersecurity assessment & mitigation to meet use case attribute targets
• Develop, test and deploy technical solutions for endpoint hardware and software across the enterprise while ensuring compatibility with existing solutions.
• Design feature system using Model Based Systems Engineering & Software Development (i.e. python, C++) and software requirement tools (ex: Gherkin) for design and documentation.
• Review existing system designs to find new opportunities for cost or quality improvement. Interact with product and programs teams, core engineers and functional areas to create balanced solutions to challenging requirements.
• Develop relationships with multi-functional teams and supply base to learn about the latest technologies and possible implementation.
• Analyze complex multi-functional systems and implement innovative solutions.
• Lead trade-off discussions with multi-functional teams.
• Communicate complex systems, issues and resolutions in a clear and concise manner.
• Apply connected data & data analytics to develop a deep understanding of the customer.
• Develop relationships with the supply base to learn about the latest technologies and possible implementations.
• Key specialist in development of next generation of vehicles, helping the fusion of system and software engineering disciplines to create revolutionary digital experiences in the vehicle.

Responsibilities:

• Systems Engineering - Design customer feature systems using Model Based Systems Engineering & Software Development (i.e. python) and software requirement tools (ex: Gherkin) for design and documentation. Understand high level network, wiring and power distribution topologies / schematics / block diagrams and work with multi-functional teams to design the feature that interacts with electrical modules (software and hardware), mechanical subsystems, human machine interface (ex: controls, switches, touch screens), and driving solutions that translate between the high system level to component level
• Technical Requirements - In-depth knowledge and experience writing and developing feature/functional/implementation level specifications and requirements, writing feature Failure Mode Avoidance documentation, developing feature verification plans, completing functional safety assessments and cybersecurity assessments
• Software Development Lifecycle - Lead development of features at the systems level from early feature development to production, including leading feature upgrade and migration plans / development of test plans / resolving technical issues with solutions for endpoint hardware and software across the enterprise

Requirements:

• 3+ years experience in Systems Engineering, preferably in Automotive domain
• 3+ years experience in Software Engineering
• Strong understanding of vehicle electrical systems and/or features
• Functional knowledge of electrical module design, networking, wiring, power distribution, body systems, chassis systems, etc.
• History of collaborating with cross functional teams to resolve software problems and CAN communication

Preferred:

• 5+ years of related experience in an automotive engineering role
• Electrical Systems engineering experience including understanding of systems engineering V model
• In-depth knowledge of Quality Documents (DFMEA, Special Characteristics Communication and Agreement Form, Boundary Diagrams)
• In-depth knowledge of writing specification and requirements
• Hands-on technical role engaged in developing, implementing, and supporting software applications
• Experience progressing customer use-cases and concepts through design, architecture, development, testing and integration cycles.
• Strong systems thinking and analytical skills
• Ability to effectively lead multi-functional teams
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and written, with the ability to quickly understand and articulate complex issues
• Emotional resilience to negotiate multi-functional trade-offs
• Electrical D&R experience / Electrical testing experience

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics or related field

Education Preferred:

• Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering or related field

Additional Information:

• HYBRID (4 days per week in the office / Monday to Thursday)

We offer attractive, competitive compensation and benefits including, medical, dental, 401k, short-term disability, AD&D, tuition reimbursement, and more. If you take pride in your work and are committed to personal and professional success, let's talk. Please visit to learn more.


Zobility is RGBSI's workforce management and staffing division. RGBSI is a multi-national corporation headquartered in Troy, MI with branches throughout the USA, Canada, Germany, and India.