JOB ID 23415

Principal Software Engineer

  • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
  • IT, SE(Control, Embedded)
  • Tokyo, Aichi
  • ¥9,000,000~¥13,000,000

This global leader in connected technologies specializes in providing premium audio, visual, and telematics solutions, particularly for automotive, consumer, and enterprise markets. With a strong presence in Japan, the company develops advanced in-car audio systems, connected services, and infotainment solutions, often integrating AI and cloud-based technologies. Their focus includes enhancing in-vehicle experiences through high-quality sound, smart connectivity, and software-driven solutions, making them a Their focus includes enhancing in-vehicle experiences through high-quality sound, smart connectivity, and software-driven solutions, making them a key player in the automotive and consumer electronics industries.

Join a global leader in connected technologies for automotive, consumer, and enterprise markets as Principal Software Systems Engineer. internal teams includes PM, hardware engineers, mechanical engineers, Acoustic Engineers, and Customer Quality departments to drive successful Work closely internal teams including PM, hardware engineers, mechanical engineers, acoustic engineers, and Customer Quality departments to drive successful project delivery to meet timing, cost and quality.

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Job Description

  • Responsibilities
    Serve as the software expert for amplifier products, supporting development, integration, and customer communications
    Coordinate with global Coordinate with global engineering teams and customers to define technical solutions, troubleshoot issues, and manage software delivery
    Lead technical aspects of software Lead technical aspects of software during RFQ/RFI phases, including architecture design, effort estimation, and stakeholder alignment
    Conduct design reviews of key software work products throughout the development lifecycle (e.g., software architecture specs, integration strategy, static analysis reports)
    Act as the primary point of contact for deep technical software issues, facilitating root cause analysis and resolution planning
    Support cross-functional teams to Support cross-functional teams to ensure on-time software delivery aligned with customer requirements and automotive quality standards
  • Requirements
    10+ years of experience in software development for automotive embedded systems using C/C++
    Strong expertise in automotive software technologies including AUTOSAR, Automotive SPICE, ISO 26262 (Functional Safety), ISO 21434 (Cybersecurity), DSP, RTOS, middleware, and Vector tools
    Familiarity with embedded hardware systems involving SoCs, MCUs, and DSPs, and knowledge of automotive communication protocols (A/C++) Familiarity with embedded hardware systems involving SoCs, MCUs, and DSPs, and knowledge of automotive communication protocols (A2B, CAN, AVB, I2C, SPI)
    Background in automotive audio product development or integration
    Fluent in both Japanese and English, with excellent technical communication skills
  • Preferred
    Hands-on experience with electronic system debugging using tools like oscilloscopes, CAN analyzers, current clamps, and soldering tools
    Deep Deep understanding of automotive communication standards (CAN, EAVB, A2B)
    Familiarity with embedded system development in C/C++ and model-based design environments Familiarity with embedded system development in C/C++ and model-based design environments
  • Location
    Tokyo, Aichi
  • Work Style
    Remote working possible, Flex working possible
  • Salary
    ¥9,000,000~¥13,000,000
  • Attractive
    Points
    Over 50% Mid-Career Hires, Foreign capital company, Make use of languages

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