Role: - Behavior Planning: Build and improve behavior planning logic for urban driving, auto parking, and safety features. This includes state machines, mode arbitration, feature activation/abort conditions, and fault handling.
- Multi-ECU SW Integration: Integrate ADAS application software across multiple ECUs and embedded Linux platforms. Handle interface definitions, signal mapping, timing, and data flow between domains.
- Requirements to Code: Break system-level ADAS requirements down into software tasks and keep the implementation traceable to those requirements.
- SW Testing & Validation: Validate software through unit tests, SIL/HIL, test benches, and on-vehicle testing. Support vehicle builds and field operational tests (FOTs).
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Work with perception, motion planning & control, vehicle controls, HMI, systems, and validation teams to deliver features end to end.
- Release Support: Contribute to software releases, interface change management, and documentation. Track work in Jira with clear, reproducible results.
Required Qualifications: - B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Robotics, or a related field
- 0-3 years of relevant industry or research experience in ADAS/AD, robotics, or embedded systems
- Strong C++ programming skills and a solid grasp of software engineering fundamentals
- Experience developing and debugging on Linux, and with Git-based workflows
- Basic understanding of vehicle dynamics, state machines, or decision-making logic for autonomous systems
- Strong debugging skills, eagerness to learn, and clear communication
Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with embedded or automotive platforms (e.g., NVIDIA Orin, Infineon Aurix) or multi-ECU architectures
- Familiarity with middleware such as ROS/ROS 2, DDS, or SOME/IP
- Python for tooling, log analysis, or test automation
- Hands-on project experience in urban driving, parking, or active safety features (e.g., AEB)
Salary Range: The compensation range for this position is specific to the locations listed below and is the range Lucid reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; and other relevant business and organizational factors.
Base Pay Range (Annual)
$134,700-$185,240 USD
Compensation & Benefits: Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays, paid sick leave; and a 401(k) retirement plan. Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off, and salaried/exempt employee accrue up to 160 hours paid time off. Eligible employees may also participate in Lucid's equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, are determined based on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results, in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.
