Software Development (Embedded) Engineer

Ford of Canada is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer with 8+ years of experience for its Ottawa team. The role involves designing, developing, and debugging embedded C software for complex features in vehicles, focusing on performance optimization, system robustness, and quality improvements.

Responsibilities:

• Utilize AI and automation in high-leverage development tasks and help shape team AI practices.
• Design, develop, and debug embedded C software for low-level and platform-level components.
• Optimize performance across RAM usage, CPU load, and compiler/build settings.
• Enhance system robustness, fault handling, and stability through runtime behavior analysis.
• Define and track software quality metrics and lead continuous quality and reliability improvements.
• Own architecture, interfaces, and technical strategy for critical embedded components.
• Mentor junior engineers and coach across teams.
• Communicate technical content effectively to various stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Computer/Electrical) or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of embedded software development experience.
• Minimum 5 years of C programming experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience with ARM architecture and low-level software development.
• Minimum 1 year of experience with AUTOSAR concepts and integration.
• Experience with communication stacks such as CAN and Embedded Ethernet.
• Proven experience in optimizing memory footprint, CPU utilization, and compiler options.
• Experience with software quality practices, metrics, and defect reduction.

Benefits:

• Expected annual salary range: $96,000.00 - $146,000.00
• Eligibility to participate in the Annual Compensation bonus program