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Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Cummins
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 12 Mar 2026

About the role

We are looking for a talented Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join our team specializing in Engineering for our Cummins Inc. facility in Seattle, WA. 

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:  

  • Strengthen product performance and reliability by investigating software issues, identifying root causes, recommending corrective actions, and owning full resolution through clear documentation and follow‑through.
  • Enhance the quality and consistency of software deliverables by applying and continually improving development processes, including coding, compiling, integration, and testing using advanced tools such as static analysis, compilers, and hardware‑in‑the‑loop systems.
  • Deliver verified software features, components, and builds by collaborating with product and software development teams and ensuring alignment with stakeholder requirements and application needs.
  • Influence key decisions related to software requirements, architecture, design, and testing, positively impacting software quality, platform performance, and cross‑business‑unit integration efforts.
  • Provide technical oversight by reviewing the work of less‑experienced developers and testers, ensuring designs and implementations are robust, reusable, and efficient.
  • Lead smaller‑scale projects or take ownership of complex software components or systems, navigating ambiguity and maintaining accountability for project outcomes, timelines, and quality.
  • Drive continuous improvement by developing and optimizing work processes and systems across functions or business units, contributing to long‑term operational and product excellence.
  • Mentor and guide technicians, students, and junior engineers, supporting knowledge transfer, developing team capability, and operating as a recognized specialist within the immediate software discipline.

To be successful in this role, you will need the following: 

  • Engineer with a systems mindset: Translate stakeholder needs into clear, verifiable system requirements; apply systems thinking to define boundaries, interfaces, and lifecycle impacts; and make sound, timely decisions in complex environments.
  • Design robust, reliable products: Use failure mode avoidance, platform architecture, and product selection trade‑offs to mitigate risk, optimize features and variants, and improve reliability across platforms and applications.
  • Leverage analytics and validation rigor: Apply modeling, simulation, and analysis to influence design decisions; develop and execute verification and validation plans; interpret analytical, simulation, and physical test results to confirm capability and manage product risk.
  • Build software and partnerships that scale: Employ best‑practice software design and construction methods; document and communicate effectively for diverse audiences; build strong internal and external networks; and drive results through resourcefulness while valuing diverse perspectives.

Education, Licenses, Certifications:
College, university, or equivalent Bachelor's degree in Engineering or appropriate STEM field is required.

Post-graduate (Master's) degree relevant to this discipline area may be required for select roles.

This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Experience:
Prior Senior or Lead Engineer equivalent work experience in a relevant discipline area is required with a demonstrated track record of technical problem solving and quality decision making. Knowledge of MS Office tools is preferred

Additional Information: 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and integrate embedded C/C+ + software for automotive ECUs running AUTOSAR, RTOS, and baremetal platforms
  • Integrate controls software components (SWCs) with AUTOSAR BSW and RTE layers
  • Lead rootcause investigations of complex software issues and drive resolution through documentation and corrective actions
  • Influence software requirements, architecture, design, and test strategies across ECU platforms
  • Participate in uni

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