Honda Motors

Sr Software and System Development Engineer I

Honda Motors$88K — $105K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics, Automotive Engineering, or related STEM field.
  • Minimum 3 years relevant industry experience post-degree.
  • Strong understanding of vehicle communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet).
  • Proficient in Python scripting for test automation.
  • Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Jira) is desirable.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct hands-on testing for hardware and software performance to ensure product acceptance.
  • Oversee supplier management to ensure component design meets schedule requirements.
  • Develop technical documentation, including reports and presentations, detailing development activities.
  • Identify and specify functional requirements for infotainment system components based on customer needs.
  • Analyze test results and forecast performance or failure for design improvements.
  • Communicate project development schedules and status updates across departments.
  • Research and influence future trends of infotainment system architecture and competitive analysis.

Benefits

  • Paid overtime and regional bonuses when applicable.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Generous paid time off, including holidays and vacation.
  • 401K plan with matching contributions and additional company contributions.
  • Relocation assistance available for eligible candidates.
  • Career advancement opportunities and education reimbursement for ongoing learning.
Full Job Description
Job Purpose

  • This position will lead the development of hardware and software technologies into our vehicles to enhance comfort, safety, and user experience towards creating a top-class infotainment platform with a focus on C.A.S.E. (Connected Autonomous Shared Electrification) and Quality.


Key Accountabilities

  • Electrical Hardware and Software Testing:
    • Perform actual hands-on performance testing that may include developing unique requirements on system components and vehicle testing to guarantee product acceptance.
      Support maturation testing to cover different configurations of components to ensure all variations work correctly.
  • Supplier Management:
    • Direct the Honda selected suppliers to design and manage the component to maturation schedule requirements.
  • Documentation:
    • Write clear and concise reports, presentations and/or technical documents to make a record of the development activities, communicating directly with Technical Experts.
  • Requirements Capture and Specification Development:
    • Recognize and specify critical functional (hardware, software & communication) requirements for infotainment system components to match customer demands.
    • Develop, write and issue specification requirements for system components.


Key Accountabilities (Contd.)

  • Analysis:
    • Analyze & interpret test results, predict performance/failure and provide required product/design data.
  • Project Management:
    • Effectively communicate the development schedule and report status of component functions to different company areas/departments.
  • Strategic Planning:
    • Research and influence the future path and trends of infotainment system architecture, features/functions, and efficient development methods.
    • Assess the marketplace demands with a competitive viewpoint of infotainment system component requirements.
  • Improvement & Innovation:
    • Propose, develop, and justify any new functions (hardware, electrical, software, HMI, etc.) to meet the market requirements


Qualifications, Experience, and Skills

  • Minimum Educational Qualifications:
    • Must have a college level Bachelors degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering / Mechatronics / Automotive Engineering or a similar STEM field of study.
  • Minimum work experience:
    • At least 3 years of demonstrable relevant experience in the industry after completion of academics.
    • Must have good understanding of vehicle communication protcols, e.g. - CAN (Controlled Area Network), LIN, Ethernet.
    • Python scripting to create test automation tools.
    • Desirable: Familiarity with project management tools / processes, e.g. - Jira


Workstyle

  • This is an onsite job. One remote workday per week may be possible with prior departmental approval.


What differentiates Honda and make us an employer of choice?

Total Rewards:
  • Competitive Base Salary (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.)
  • Paid Overtime
  • Regional Bonus (when applicable)
  • Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)
  • Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdown
  • Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • 401K Plan with company match + additional contribution
  • Relocation assistance (if eligible)

Career Growth:
  • Advancement Opportunities
  • Career Mobility
  • Education Reimbursement for Continued Learning
  • Training and Development programs

Additional Offerings:
  • Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment
  • Lifestyle Account
  • Childcare Reimbursement Account
  • Elder Care Support
  • Wellbeing Program
  • Community Service and Engagement Programs
  • Product Programs

About Honda Motors

Honda Motors is a leading manufacturer of automobiles, motorcycles, and power equipment. The company was founded in 1948 by Soichiro Honda and has since grown to become one of the largest automotive companies in the world. Honda Motors is known for its innovative designs and commitment to sustainability, with a focus on developing environmentally friendly vehicles. The company operates in over 30 countries and has a strong presence in the United States, Japan, and Europe.
Learn more about Honda Motors
Size
204,035 employees
Market Cap
$41.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$414.5 billion
Founded
1948
5 Year Trend
+0.8%
Revenue
$13,004.8 billion
NASDAQ

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