Principal Software Engineer Bluetooth (Contract)

We are CARIAD, an automotive software development team with the Volkswagen Group. Our mission is to make the automotive experience safer, more sustainable, more comfortable, more digital, and more fun. To achieve that we are building the leading tech stack for the automotive industry and creating a unified software platform for over 10 million new vehicles per year. We’re looking for talented, digital minds like you to help us create code that moves the world. Together with you, we’ll build outstanding digital experiences and products for all Volkswagen Group brands that will transform mobility. Join us as we shape the future of the car and everyone around it.

​Role Summary:

The Principal Software Engineer, Bluetooth role will be at the forefront of developing state-of-the-art Bluetooth/Wi-Fi solutions for CARIAD’s next-generation automotive platforms. This role will be on the base software team supporting the hardware platform development unit. Collaborating closely with various stakeholders within the VW Group’s technical teams, this role will be instrumental in shaping the future of automotive connectivity, ensuring seamless integration and unparalleled user experiences across our vehicle portfolio.

Role Responsibilities:

• Architect and Innovate: Spearhead the development of robust core Bluetooth/BLE frameworks, tailoring scalable solutions that meet diverse brand requirements and configurations within the VW Group.
• Leadership in Connectivity: Drive strategic discussions, offering expert technical guidance on platform connectivity capabilities, innovations, and roadmaps, aligning with future automotive trends and consumer demands. Lead SW development for Base-software (BSP), Driver software, MCAL, Bring-up/Debugging software and diagnostic software.
• Hands-On Technical Expertise: Make significant coding contributions to develop and optimize Bluetooth/BLE/Wi-Fi sub-systems and components, utilizing deep knowledge of embedded platforms to enhance functionality and performance.
• Collaboration and Compliance: Coordinate with related teams to ensure Bluetooth compliance certification, facilitating cross-functional efforts to meet rigorous standards and achieve certification milestones efficiently. Assist hardware team in component selection, schematic review, bring-up, testing and debugging.
• Mentorship and Guidance: Act as a mentor to junior engineers, sharing expertise and insights to foster team growth and development in Bluetooth/Wi-Fi technologies.

​General Skills:

• Exceptional documentation, profiling, and debugging skills
• Outstanding strategic thinking, negotiation, and communication abilities, enabling effective cross-functional collaboration

​Required Skills:

• Deep knowledge of automotive software development processes in embedded platform.
• Deep understanding of software platform development and experience with introduction into mass production.
• Knowledge of connected vehicle infotainment
• Expert level experience in programming languages C, C++, Python, Java, HTML5, and script languages
• Expertise in Connectivity: Profound knowledge of Bluetooth/BLE and Wi-Fi stacks across embedded platforms, including Android and Linux, with a comprehensive understanding of standardized Bluetooth profiles (Classic, BLE, HFP/HSP, A2DP, BAP, MAP) and Wi-Fi protocols.
• Certification Savvy: Proven experience with the Bluetooth SIG certification process and a strong familiarity with core AOSP/AAOS frameworks, particularly in relation to Bluetooth/BLE, Wi-Fi, and Connectivity Manager
• Linux and Kernel Development: Experience in Linux platform/kernel development is highly desirable, enhancing the team’s capabilities in low-level system programming.

​Years of Relevant Experience:

• 12+ years of experience specializing in Bluetooth/BLE/Wi-Fi frameworks, preferably within the automotive industry
• 10+ years of software development experience in HPC embedded environment
• 5+ years of professional experience as an Android platform developer, with strong programming skills in C/C++/Java/Kotlin.

​Required Education:

• MS in Computer/Electrical Engineering or Computer Science.

Workplace Flexility & Compensation:

• ​This is a contract W2 position
• This role is based in Mountain View, CA. Must be local, no relocation.
• Travel to worldwide locations may be required.
• Immediate availability is