Aptiv

Senior System Engineer - Core Kernel

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3 days ago
Walnut Creek, CA, USASenior
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Base Salary

$130k - $160k/yr

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain core operating system technologies and kernel components for the VxWorks embedded RTOS.
  • Design, implement, test, validate, debug, and integrate low-level operating system software.
  • Investigate and resolve complex issues identified through product verification and testing.
  • Develop technical documentation, participate in code reviews, and contribute to software quality and engineering practices.
  • Support device driver development, BSP board bring-up, architecture-specific functionality, and hardware-software integration.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of relevant experience in OS kernel-level software development.
  • Strong understanding of operating system concepts and hands-on experience with core OS or kernel functionality.
  • Strong experience with RTOS and embedded software development.
  • Strong proficiency in C programming and hands-on embedded systems development.
  • Experience with low-level device drivers and BSP board bring-up.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to learn and adopt new technologies.
  • Experience with Assembly, C++, Python, or other development languages is a plus.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model for workplace flexibility.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
  • Short- and long-term disability coverage.
  • Flexible time-off policies supporting work-life balance.
  • 401(k) eligibility and 12 paid holidays.
  • Employee assistance program supporting mental well-being.
  • Learning benefits including LinkedIn Learning and seminars.

Tech Stack

AssemblyCC++Python

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About Aptiv

10,000+ employees

Aptiv is a public automotive technology supplier that designs and manufactures vehicle electrical architectures, ADAS/autonomous software, connectivity solutions, and engineered components. It sells integrated hardware-software platforms, wiring and power distribution systems, sensors, and infotainment to global automakers and mobility companies. Headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, Aptiv is listed on the NYSE and operates worldwide across development centers and manufacturing sites.

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