Embedded Software Engineer - ADAS

Location: Chennai, India

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Help shape the future of mobility!

Imagine a world with zero vehicle accidents, zero vehicle emissions, and wireless vehicle connectivity all around us. Every day, we move closer to making that world a reality. Aptiv’s passionate team of engineers and developers creates advanced safety systems, high-performance electrification solutions and data connectivity solutions so that automakers can bring advanced capabilities to more people around the globe. This is how we enable sustainable mobility and help to prevent accidents caused by human error.
 

Position Overview

The Embedded Software Engineer (ADAS) will be responsible for developing, integrating, and validating software components for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems. The role involves working on sensor interfaces, ECU software, communication stacks, and real-time embedded systems, supporting features like parking assist, surround view, lane-keeping, and adaptive cruise control.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and integrate embedded software for ADAS ECUs on automotive-grade microcontrollers and SoCs.

• Work with radar, camera, LiDAR, and ultrasonic sensor interfaces for perception and object detection modules.

• Implement real-time control and data processing algorithms for parking, lane-keeping, and low-speed automation functions.

• Collaborate with ADAS and Infotainment teams for sensor fusion and cockpit integration.

• Ensure compliance with ISO 26262 functional safety standards and assist in ASIL-B/C software development.

• Work on communication stacks – CAN, CAN-FD, Ethernet, FlexRay, and SOME/IP – for ECU connectivity.

• Develop and maintain unit tests, SIL/HIL validation, and integration test cases for embedded modules.

• Optimize software for CPU, memory, and power efficiency on real-time embedded platforms.

• Debug and troubleshoot issues on vehicle-level testing or simulation platforms.

• Document software architecture, interfaces, and integration details for internal and supplier reviews.

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Electronics, Electrical, Computer Science, or related discipline.

• 5+ years of experience in embedded software development for ADAS or automotive ECUs.

• Strong knowledge of C/C++ for embedded systems; familiarity with Python or MATLAB for algorithm verification.

• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) – QNX, FreeRTOS, or Embedded Linux.

• Hands-on experience with ECU-level communication protocols – CAN, CAN-FD, Ethernet, SOME/IP, FlexRay.

• Understanding of sensor drivers, calibration, and data acquisition for radar, camera, or ultrasonic sensors.

• Knowledge of software development processes for automotive applications (ASPICE, ISO 26262).

• Experience with HIL/SIL simulation, debugging, and testing frameworks.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with ADAS features – parking assist, lane-keeping, adaptive cruise control, surround view.

• Experience with ADAS sensor fusion (radar + camera + ultrasonic).

• Knowledge of Hypervisor-based domain separation or Digital Cockpit integration.

• Exposure to automotive middleware (AUTOSAR Classic/Adaptive).

• Understanding of digital signal processing (DSP) concepts.

WHY JOIN US?

• You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.

• You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.

• You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

Your Benefits at Aptiv:

• Higher Education Opportunities (UDACITY, UDEMY, COURSERA are available for your continuous growth and development);

• Life  and accident insurance;

• Sodexo cards for food and beverages

• Well Being Program that includes regular workshops and networking events;

• EAP Employee Assistance;

• Access to fitness clubs (T&C apply);

• Creche facility for working parents;

APPLY TODAY, AND TOGETHER LET’S CHANGE TOMORROW!

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