Jobs at Katalyst CRO

We are seeking a highly motivated Embedded Software Engineer with expertise in Drive-By-Wire (DBW) systems, Embedded C++, CAN communication, MATLAB/Simulink, and Linux/UNIX-based embedded software development. The engineer will support the development, integration, verification, and validation of autonomous and off-highway vehicle control systems.

Software Development & Integration:

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded software for DBW, Autonomous Hauling, and Machine Control Systems.
• Develop application and middleware software using C++ for real-time embedded control systems.
• Implement and integrate software features for steering, braking, propulsion, chassis, hoist, and vehicle control.
• Develop and maintain Linux-based software components and services.
• Support software bring-up, integration, deployment, and troubleshooting on target hardware and vehicle platforms.

Model-Based Development

• Develop control algorithms and system models using MATLAB, Simulink, and Stateflow.
• Perform model verification, validation, and auto-code generation activities.
• Support MIL, SIL, and HIL testing.
• Ensure compliance with MAAB modeling guidelines and model quality standards.

Vehicle Communication & Diagnostics

• Design, develop, and validate communication software using:
• CAN / CAN FD
• SAE J1939
• UDS
• Automotive Ethernet
• Develop and maintain DBC files and communication databases.
• Analyze network traffic and troubleshoot communication issues using:
• CANoe
• CANalyzer
• CANape
• CAPL
• Wireshark
• Support diagnostics, calibration, and software download activities.

Validation & Verification

• Execute MIL, SIL, HIL, System Integration Testing (SIT), regression testing, and vehicle validation.
• Develop and maintain automated test frameworks and regression test suites.
• Perform fault injection, diagnostics validation, fail-safe verification, and communication network testing.
• Analyze test results, perform root-cause analysis, and support issue resolution.

Linux / UNIX Development & Support

• Develop, build, deploy, and troubleshoot software in Linux and UNIX environments.
• Create and maintain Shell/Bash scripts for software deployment, testing, diagnostics, and development workflows.
• Utilize Linux tools for process monitoring, memory analysis, performance tuning, and log analysis.
• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Linux-based embedded systems and development environments.
• Support cross-compilation, build automation, and software packaging.
• Debug networking and communication issues using Linux diagnostic and monitoring tools.

Debugging & Troubleshooting

• Perform embedded software debugging using Lauterbach TRACE32 and other target debugging tools.
• Investigate software, communication, integration, and performance issues in HIL and vehicle environments.

• 3+ years of experience in Embedded Software Development, Drive-By-Wire Systems, Autonomous Systems, Vehicle Controls, Off-Highway Equipment, or similar domains.
• Strong proficiency in C++ software development for embedded real-time systems.
• Strong hands-on experience with Linux and UNIX operating systems.
• Experience in software integration, system validation, and troubleshooting of complex embedded systems.
• Experience with vehicle communication networks and safety-critical applications.
• Experience with CAN, CAN FD, J1939, UDS, and Automotive Ethernet.
• Experience with MATLAB/Simulink/Stateflow and model-based development.
• Experience with MIL/SIL/HIL testing and system integration.
• Experience with Lauterbach TRACE32 or equivalent embedded debugging tools.