Design & Release Engineer

Stefanini$120K — $131K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
  • 3+ years in automotive software development or Systems/D&R Engineering.
  • Proficient in TCP/IP, Ethernet, and other network protocols.
  • Familiarity with Jira and GitHub for project management and source control.
  • Experience in vehicle electrical architectures, especially FNV architectures.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the execution and delivery of ECG software for FNV vehicle programs.
  • Ensure software releases conform to quality and project standards.
  • Lead integration efforts for seamless software functionality during launches.
  • Oversee software maintenance and address post-launch performance issues.
  • Facilitate collaboration among program teams and suppliers for effective outcomes.
  • Implement agile methodologies to enhance software delivery processes.
  • Provide hands-on support to validate and troubleshoot ECG software in real-time.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge vehicle architectures and technologies.
  • Access to ongoing education and training in automotive software engineering.
  • Dynamic work environment within a collaborative team culture.
  • Potential for career growth and advancement in the automotive industry.
  • Involvement in innovative projects that impact future vehicle functionalities.
Full Job Description
The Electronic Central Gateway (ECG) Software Design and Release (D&R) Engineer is a critical role responsible for leading the delivery, integration, and validation of gateway software across next-generation vehicle architectures (FNV2, FNV3, and FNV3.x). This role acts as a vital bridge between internal software development teams, program management, and external Base Tech Platform (BTP) suppliers. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical expertise in automotive embedded systems with agile project management skills to ensure high-quality software is delivered on time, supporting successful vehicle launches and continuous post-launch improvements. Responsibilities • Manage and oversee the technical execution, integration, and delivery of ECG software into FNV2, FNV3, and FNV3.x vehicle programs. • Ensure all software releases meet strict project requirements, quality standards, and program milestones. • Provide hands-on leadership and engineering support to guarantee the timely integration and seamless functionality of ECG software during new vehicle launches. • Manage ongoing software maintenance, updates, and over-the-air (OTA) improvements to address and resolve post-launch issues. • Facilitate highly effective collaboration and communication between vehicle program teams, BTP suppliers, and internal software development teams. • Champion agile methodologies (Scrum/SAFe) to streamline processes and ensure efficient, timely software delivery across multiple vehicle programs. • Provide essential on-site engineering support to troubleshoot, flash, test, and validate ECG software at the system level. • Perform hands-on validation on breadboards (HIL simulators) or physical test vehicles to collect diagnostic data that drives software quality improvements. • Explore and implement new tools, strategies, and methodologies to enhance ECG software performance and delivery efficiency. Job Requirements Skills Required • TCP/IP, Ethernet, Network Protocols & Standards, Jira, GitHub Experience Required: • 3+ years of experience in automotive software development, software integration, or Systems/D&R Engineering. • Proven experience working with vehicle electrical architectures (experience with FNV architectures is highly preferred). • Experience working with tier-1/tier-2 suppliers and managing supplier software delivery timelines. • Demonstrated experience participating in or leading vehicle launch activities and troubleshooting software issues in a plant or test-lab environment. Education Required: • Bachelor's Degree **Listed salary ranges may vary based on experience, qualifications, and local market. Also, some positions may include bonuses or other incentives*** #LI-LK1 #LI-ONSITE Pay Range: $ 58.00 - $ 63.00

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