Senior Platform Controls Software Engineer

Allison Transmission in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Senior Platform Controls Software Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and testing of embedded software controls for powertrain applications. This role requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver dependable propulsion solutions that meet functional requirements. The position is onsite and emphasizes hands-on development, thorough testing, and meticulous documentation to support ongoing maintenance and future enhancements.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test and document embedded control software that underpins Powertrain applications.
• Carry out functional and unit testing, integration testing, system verification, and automated testing within HIL/SIL environments.
• Collaborate with Systems, Algorithm, Calibration and Validation engineers to advance both existing and new products.
• Translate functional requirements into software requirements.
• Create software designs and accompanying design documentation.
• Implement embedded software to satisfy defined functional requirements.
• Analyze software behavior to identify root causes and propose corrective actions for any abnormal operation.
• Present work results to peers and leadership as needed.
• Lead or participate in design and implementation reviews of software.
• Archive work products to ensure process compliance and support future maintenance needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• BS in computer engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or computer science.
• 5+ years of automotive engineering experience developing C and C++ real-time embedded controls.
• Experience using Visual Studio or VS Code Integrated Development Environment (IDE).
• Experience with GitHub for software version control and change management.
• Experience with software quality processes and tools such as CMMI, SPICE, Autosar.
• Technical leadership experience.
• Experience with RTOS, linker command files, microcontroller memory management, hardware/software interface (HSI) layer software, and failure detection of sensors/actuators/internal controller failure modes, or some combination thereof.

Technologies

• C
• C++
• Visual Studio
• VS Code
• GitHub
• Autosar
• CMMI
• SPICE
• RTOS

Benefits

• Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage
• Employer HSA contribution
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Other voluntary benefits including: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance
• 401K with generous Company match & contribution
• Accrued Paid Time Off
• 12 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday
• Robust employee wellness program
• Tuition assistance program
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Required Education: BS in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Science.
• Preferred Education: Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Required Experience: 5+ years of automotive engineering experience developing C and C++ real-time embedded controls.
• Required Experience: Experience using Visual Studio or VS Code IDE.
• Required Experience: Experience with GitHub for software version control & change management.
• Required Experience: Experience with software quality processes & tools, such as CMMI, SPICE, Autosar.
• Required Experience: Technical leadership experience.
• Required Experience: Experience with RTOS, linker command files, microcontroller memory management, HSI layer software, and failure detection of sensors/actuators/internal controller failure modes.
• Preferred Experience: Supervisory experience.
• Preferred Experience: ISO 26262 Certification.
• Preferred Experience: ISO 21434 Certification.

Education

• Bachelor's degree (Preferred)

Experience

• Automotive engineering (embedded controls): 5 years (Preferred)
• Visual Studio or VS Code IDE: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location

• In person — Indianapolis, IN (onsite)

Job Type

• Full-time