Embedded Software Engineer

Job Title 

Embedded Software Engineer

About Canoo 

Canoo’s mission is to bring EVs to Everyone and build a world-class team to deploy this sustainable mobility revolution. We have developed breakthrough electric vehicles that are reinventing the automotive landscape with pioneering technologies, award-winning designs, and a unique business model that spans all owners in the full lifecycle of the vehicle. Canoo is starting production and is distinguished by its pioneering and experienced team of technologists, engineers, and designers. With offices around the country, the company is scaling quickly and seeking candidates who love to challenge themselves, are motivated by purpose, and possess a strong desire to get things done. 

The “Canoo Way” 

Canoo’s success is the direct result of our disciplined application of our core operating principles and drills, which are based on three main principles: Think 80/20 (“Important versus less important”), Act 30/30 (“Reduce waste and increase output”), and Live 90/10 (“We have each other’s back”). We hire based on “MET” - Mindset, Equipment and willingness to Train - and seek individuals that take accountability and deliver results being Humble, Hungry to succeed, and Hunting for opportunities to win. We train our team to engage with each other by modulating between their intellect (iQ) and emotional intelligence (eQ) applying Facts, Finesse, and Force when they communicate. The principles and drills of the CANOO Way have been fundamental to our success, our ability to grow, continuously improve, innovate and are at the core of our day-to-day operations. 

Job Purpose 

The Embedded Software Engineer will support the development of the gateway, powertrain, and body controller BSW.

Responsibilities (80s of the Position) 

•  Design, develop, debug and maintain embedded real-time software for gateway, powertrain and body controllers ECUs
• Develop code for control algorithms and communication
• Develop documentation and test plans for software
• Investigate, debug and modify existing code
• Work with cross-functional team to validate and improve the system 

Required Experience 

• BS in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering
• 2+ years of work experience in the embedded systems software development
• Strong fundamentals with C programming in an embedded environment, as well as scripting ability
• Good knowledge of hardware, software embedded system concepts, and architecture
• Able to use lab tools such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, debuggers, etc.
• Working knowledge of SPI, CAN, LIN, Ethernet (UDP, TCP, SomeIP) communications

Preferred Experience  

• Hands on experience with real-time embedded software development and troubleshooting on PowerPC and ARM targets
• Experience developing device drivers, control systems, and communications protocols
• Experience with AUTOSAR development round trip flow including AAT (AUTOSAR Authoring tools), BSW Configuration Tool, Model Development, and integration work
• Previous experience with design according to ISO26262 with focus on functional safety

Travel Requirements

• Business travel up to 20% annually.

Physical Requirements for Non-Physical Positions

While performing the duties of this job, employees may be required to sit for prolonged periods of time, occasionally bending or stooping, lifting up to 10 pounds, and prolonged periods of computer use.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

What's Cool About Working Here... 

• Meaningful, challenging work that will redefine automotive landscape and make EVs available to everyone  
• Comprehensive Health Insurance  
• Equity Compensation 
• Flexible Paid Time Off 
• Casual workplace with an unbelievable feeling of ene