Software Engineer - Middleware

Applied Intuition • Sunnyvale, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for highly motivated Software Engineers to focus on developing core middleware components and services within Applied’s software-defined vehicle (SDV) platform. This role requires expertise in C++ to build robust, high-performance communication and system management solutions. You will be instrumental in developing the foundational software layers that enable advanced vehicle functions, working on challenging problems in distributed systems, high-speed networking, and functional safety architecture.

Requirements

• Strong C++ expertise, including a solid understanding of multi-threading programming, mutexes, and design patterns
• 5+ years of experience in shipping complex, production software, ideally in the embedded, automotive, or robotics domains
• Experience with communication middleware such as SOME/IP or DDS
• Working knowledge of networking concepts built on the Ethernet stack
• The drive to take initiative in a fast-paced environment and take ownership over technical decisions

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Embedded systems and C programming
• Expertise in one or more AUTOSAR Adaptive functional clusters (e.g., Adaptive Platform Core, Communication Management, Execution Management, Diagnostics, Health Management)
• Experience with advanced inter-process communication (IPC) mechanisms like Protobuf or gRPC
• Strong familiarity with POSIX operating systems (Linux) knowledge, including system calls, runtime behavior, and memory management
• Experience working with real-time or safety-critical distributed systems

Responsibilities

• Design and implement core platform services using C++, focusing on multi-threading, concurrency, and performance optimization
• Develop and extend communication middleware utilizing protocols such as SOME/IP or DDS (and ideally Protobuf/gRPC) across the platform
• Work specifically within the AUTOSAR Adaptive Platform functional clusters (e.g., Adaptive Platform Core, Communication Management, Execution Management, State Management)
• Apply expertise in networking and the Ethernet stack to ensure reliable and high-throughput data exchange in the vehicle
• Contribute to the robust design of system management functions (e.g., Health Management, Diagnostics) within the SDV architecture

Benefits

• equity in the form of options and/or restricted stock units
• comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage
• 401k retirement benefits with employer match
• learning and wellness stipends
• paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed