Lead Embedded Software Engineer

Lead Embedded Software Engineer (Mediatek Platform)Lead role to drive our infotainment dev kit platform bring up on the Mediatek C-X1 platform. You will own the technical effort from EVK to custom board and serve as the primary interface with Mediatek.ResponsibilitiesLead end-to-end infotainment dev kit platform bring up on Mediatek C-X1 from EVK reference to our custom boardOwn SW stack bring-up: bootloader, kernel, BSP, and middleware integrationServe as primary technical interface with Mediatek for platform enablement and escalationsDrive platform characterization: performance, stability, and thermal profilingProvide weekly status, risk, and decision documentation to program leadershipCollaborate with architecture, hardware, and software teams on bring-up strategyRequired QualificationsBachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field10+ years' embedded SW experience; 5+ years in a staff or lead roleDirect hands-on experience with Mediatek SoC platforms (C-X1, MT8xxx series, or equivalent)Proven track record leading ECU/SoC bring up programs end-to-endStrong BSP and kernel bring-up expertise (Linux, U-Boot or equivalent bootloader)C/C++, Python/Rust; hardware debug tools (Lauterbach, JTAG, oscilloscope)Excellent cross-team communication; experience working directly with SoC vendorsPreferred QualificationsAutomotive-grade SoC bring up experienceFamiliarity with Mediatek SDK and toolchainISO 26262 functional safety awarenessExperience with hypervisor-based platformsSalary Range$140,000 - 160,000. The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate's combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.Alten USA is a federal contractor subject to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Executive Order 11246. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug-free workplace. All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.