The Application Software Engineer - Embedded Systems is responsible for leading DevOps initiatives that enable efficient, scalable, and high-quality embedded software development. This includes architecting and optimizing CI/CD pipelines, source control strategies, automated build and test systems, development infrastructure, and engineering processes. Working collaboratively across software, systems, and verification teams, this role drives continuous improvement initiatives that accelerate development cycles, improve product quality, strengthen traceability and compliance, and support the organization's ASPICE goals and software engineering best practices.
Location: Kirkland, WA
Job Responsibilities
- Design, maintain, and optimize CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD, or similar tools.
- Develop and maintain internal applications, dashboards, and developer tools using modern front-end and back-end technologies.
- Develop embedded software models using MATLAB/Simulink/State flow per design of the software for next-generation electronic control units
- Integrate unit, integration, and regression tests, static analysis, code coverage, and quality reporting.
- Review and implement software modifications to repair defects discovered during validation and testing
- Monitor pipeline performance and improve reliability, speed, and resource usage.
- Work with system architects, and software architects to develop and maintain software-level technical requirements specifications
- Design and release of embedded systems software and software architecture for heavy commercial trucks
- Design and integrate user interfaces, APIs, databases, and services that support engineering automation, reporting, and workflow improvements.
- Travel up to 10% (domestic & international)
Qualifications & Skills
- B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or in a related field
- 5+ years of experience in the development & release of automotive or commercial vehicle software or a similar industry-related background
- Proficient with MATLAB and/or Simulink
- Expert with Jenkins, continuous integration, GIT, AZURE, and Requirements Management tools
- Strong coding experience using Python, Bash, PowerShell, and/or JavaScript
- Experience creating documentation including software requirements specifications, and engineering change notices
- Solid understanding of Design for Six Sigma and Six Sigma techniques
Preferred Qualifications & Skills
- Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- PE license.
- Experience with PVS Studio, Bullseye Code Coverage, or similar quality tools
- Experience with automotive or commercial vehicle networks, such as CAN, SAE J1939, and LIN
- Experience using IBM Rational Rhapsody, IBM Rational DOORS, IBM Rational Team Concert, Canoe/Vector Tools, Visio, and/or HP Quality Center
- Experience/Knowledge of ARXML, ISO 26262, ISO 15504/ASPICE compliance
- Familiarity with CMake, MSBuild, or Maven
About PACCAR
PACCAR, Inc. is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905 and is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture, and customer support of high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks.
About Global PACCAR Electronics
The Global PACCAR Electronics organization supports Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF by transforming how control systems and vehicle software are developed for commercial vehicle applications.
PACCAR Benefits
- 401k with up to a 5% company match
- Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
- Comprehensive PTO – minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education
- Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
- Flexible spending account (FSA) and health account (HSA)
- Paid short-and-long-term disability programs
- Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- EAP services include wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
Additional Job Board Information
PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability. At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors, including your education, training, or experience. Applicants and employees for this position will not be sponsored for work authorization, including, but not limited to H-1B visas, now or in the future. The salary range for the Application Software Engineer - Embedded Systems is $90,400 - $141,800 annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for a full range of benefit options listed above. This position is also eligible for a holiday gift.
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