Motiv Power Systems
Embedded Software Engineer III - Diagnostics/IOT
Motiv Power Systems, San Mateo, California, United States, 94409
What Makes Motiv Special?
Through a radically different approach to building electric trucks that combines our own patented IP with strategic partnerships, we have developed a line of all-electric medium-duty trucks and buses used in a range of applications. Our next-generation electric truck, the Argo, is coming out in 2024.
The ideal candidate will want to be part of the team leading the commercial electric truck industry. Our trucks and buses have logged millions of customer-driven miles and tens of millions of pounds delivered in the US and Canada while reducing millions of pounds of CO2 emissions. You will be joining us at a critical inflection point in our growth, when, in addition to launching our Argo truck, we are significantly expanding our products, capacity and market volume.
Motiv's core values are deep passion, curiosity, collaboration, customer focus and "owning it." If those are values you share, we would love to talk with you about joining our team and taking your career to the next level in one of the hottest technology sectors. To succeed in this job, you must be able to perform the duties listed below - and others as required.
Job Summary:
Motiv is looking for an Embedded Software Engineer III - Diagnostics/IOT to join the engineering team as a key contributor. As part of a small team, you will develop firmware tests for various components that comprise Motiv's EV solution. Responsibilities include technical leadership, software design, coding, testing, and debugging as it relates to built-in tests, diagnostics and state reporting for embedded EV software products. Candidates should enjoy getting their hands dirty and debugging in hardware with digital probes, oscilloscopes. Be prepared to influence Motiv's long-term software technology vision.
May require occasional domestic travel, less than 10%.
This position reports to the SW Engineering Manager and is based in Foster City, CA.
Duties and Responsibilities:Work with management, architects, and developers to create cost-effective, flexible software/firmware embedded diagnostic and test solutions which scale with our business.Design, develop, implement, and maintain embedded EV controls software, and diagnostics code primarily in C and Python.Work in conjunction with systems engineers, hardware designers and software developers to develop strategies for real-time diagnostics and troubleshooting to FRU.Coordinate with cloud/telemetry engineers to provide front-ends and fleet status tools for Customer Support and Manufacturing.Work with Systems Engineers to support product level DVT, PVT, and validation plans.Conduct requirements analysis, develop software requirements documents and test design documents.Participate in peer design reviews and code reviews.Participate in and promote continuous improvement of software quality.Adhere to Motiv company policies, procedures, and best-practices.Minimum Qualifications:
BS in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or Electrical Engineering with Software Emphasis.Strong understanding of software engineering principles, including SW best practices and full SDLC.5 years of Embedded Software/Firmware development experiencePassion for embedded software and freeing fleets from fossil fuels.Strong proficiency in C - ability to understand compiler output (assembly). Experience with coding standards like MISRA C.2 years' experience with linux.Familiarity with both RTOS and bare-metal systems.Experience with MQTT and other IoT protocols and techniques. Ability to collaborate with Cloud/Data Engineers to optimize data volumes, critical information flows, and connectivity solutions.Strong analytical and communications skills.Preferred Qualifications:
MS in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or Electrical Engineering with Software EmphasisExperience developing or testing safety-critical systems.Experience with CI/CD , especially environments using Jenkins pipelines.Experience in the automotive industry, and standards such as OBD, CAN, LIN, FlexRay, AUTOSAR, etc.Familiarity with ISO-26262.Fluency with Agile Development Methodology.Experience developing and testing for AUTOSAR components.Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computerMust be able to lift up to 15 pounds at timesSalary Range:
$145,000.00-$160,000.00 (Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and training.)This position is based in Foster City, CA.
Candidates only please; no recruiters.
Benefits & Perks
US Based Employees: Competitive and comprehensive benefits package including Medical (including 24/7 online access to a physician), Dental, Vision, HSA, Health & Dependent Care FSA, 401(k) with company match, company paid Basic Life and AD&D, employee paid Voluntary Life and AD&D.Generous PTO policy, 11 Paid Company HolidaysEAP (Employee Assistance Program) and Education ReimbursementFresh daily snacks and a healthy Work/Life BalanceAccess to Perks at Work - Discounted learning, tickets, electronics, travel, health, restaurants & retail.Free Online Training & DevelopmentBicycle friendly, with bike storage available to all Foster City employees with a 5 minute walk to the scenic Bay Front.Regular Happy Hours, Company Cultural Events, and more!
About Motiv
Motiv Power Systems is the medium-duty commercial electric vehicle (EV) leader that Frees Fleets From Fossil Fuels. Founded in 2009, the Bay Area-based, commercial EV company draws on 15 years of experience to create accessible, cost-effective, and innovative electric trucks and buses for organizations that are the backbone of the economy.
Motiv has more than 150 all-electric trucks and buses on the road with businesses of all sizes, across a broad spectrum of industries, including linen, parcel, food, hospitality, airports, higher education, pupil transportation, and more. Motiv vehicles operate at over 98 percent uptime, and have logged more than three million miles, while also offering fleets up to 85 percent operation and maintenance cost savings. Motiv's proven EV technology provides operators with a healthier, smoother, and more profitable driving experience.
Through a radically different approach to building electric trucks that combines our own patented IP with strategic partnerships, we have developed a line of all-electric medium-duty trucks and buses used in a range of applications. Our next-generation electric truck, the Argo, is coming out in 2024.
The ideal candidate will want to be part of the team leading the commercial electric truck industry. Our trucks and buses have logged millions of customer-driven miles and tens of millions of pounds delivered in the US and Canada while reducing millions of pounds of CO2 emissions. You will be joining us at a critical inflection point in our growth, when, in addition to launching our Argo truck, we are significantly expanding our products, capacity and market volume.
Motiv's core values are deep passion, curiosity, collaboration, customer focus and "owning it." If those are values you share, we would love to talk with you about joining our team and taking your career to the next level in one of the hottest technology sectors. To succeed in this job, you must be able to perform the duties listed below - and others as required.
Job Summary:
Motiv is looking for an Embedded Software Engineer III - Diagnostics/IOT to join the engineering team as a key contributor. As part of a small team, you will develop firmware tests for various components that comprise Motiv's EV solution. Responsibilities include technical leadership, software design, coding, testing, and debugging as it relates to built-in tests, diagnostics and state reporting for embedded EV software products. Candidates should enjoy getting their hands dirty and debugging in hardware with digital probes, oscilloscopes. Be prepared to influence Motiv's long-term software technology vision.
May require occasional domestic travel, less than 10%.
This position reports to the SW Engineering Manager and is based in Foster City, CA.
Duties and Responsibilities:Work with management, architects, and developers to create cost-effective, flexible software/firmware embedded diagnostic and test solutions which scale with our business.Design, develop, implement, and maintain embedded EV controls software, and diagnostics code primarily in C and Python.Work in conjunction with systems engineers, hardware designers and software developers to develop strategies for real-time diagnostics and troubleshooting to FRU.Coordinate with cloud/telemetry engineers to provide front-ends and fleet status tools for Customer Support and Manufacturing.Work with Systems Engineers to support product level DVT, PVT, and validation plans.Conduct requirements analysis, develop software requirements documents and test design documents.Participate in peer design reviews and code reviews.Participate in and promote continuous improvement of software quality.Adhere to Motiv company policies, procedures, and best-practices.Minimum Qualifications:
BS in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or Electrical Engineering with Software Emphasis.Strong understanding of software engineering principles, including SW best practices and full SDLC.5 years of Embedded Software/Firmware development experiencePassion for embedded software and freeing fleets from fossil fuels.Strong proficiency in C - ability to understand compiler output (assembly). Experience with coding standards like MISRA C.2 years' experience with linux.Familiarity with both RTOS and bare-metal systems.Experience with MQTT and other IoT protocols and techniques. Ability to collaborate with Cloud/Data Engineers to optimize data volumes, critical information flows, and connectivity solutions.Strong analytical and communications skills.Preferred Qualifications:
MS in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or Electrical Engineering with Software EmphasisExperience developing or testing safety-critical systems.Experience with CI/CD , especially environments using Jenkins pipelines.Experience in the automotive industry, and standards such as OBD, CAN, LIN, FlexRay, AUTOSAR, etc.Familiarity with ISO-26262.Fluency with Agile Development Methodology.Experience developing and testing for AUTOSAR components.Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computerMust be able to lift up to 15 pounds at timesSalary Range:
$145,000.00-$160,000.00 (Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and training.)This position is based in Foster City, CA.
Candidates only please; no recruiters.
Benefits & Perks
US Based Employees: Competitive and comprehensive benefits package including Medical (including 24/7 online access to a physician), Dental, Vision, HSA, Health & Dependent Care FSA, 401(k) with company match, company paid Basic Life and AD&D, employee paid Voluntary Life and AD&D.Generous PTO policy, 11 Paid Company HolidaysEAP (Employee Assistance Program) and Education ReimbursementFresh daily snacks and a healthy Work/Life BalanceAccess to Perks at Work - Discounted learning, tickets, electronics, travel, health, restaurants & retail.Free Online Training & DevelopmentBicycle friendly, with bike storage available to all Foster City employees with a 5 minute walk to the scenic Bay Front.Regular Happy Hours, Company Cultural Events, and more!
About Motiv
Motiv Power Systems is the medium-duty commercial electric vehicle (EV) leader that Frees Fleets From Fossil Fuels. Founded in 2009, the Bay Area-based, commercial EV company draws on 15 years of experience to create accessible, cost-effective, and innovative electric trucks and buses for organizations that are the backbone of the economy.
Motiv has more than 150 all-electric trucks and buses on the road with businesses of all sizes, across a broad spectrum of industries, including linen, parcel, food, hospitality, airports, higher education, pupil transportation, and more. Motiv vehicles operate at over 98 percent uptime, and have logged more than three million miles, while also offering fleets up to 85 percent operation and maintenance cost savings. Motiv's proven EV technology provides operators with a healthier, smoother, and more profitable driving experience.