Embedded Software Engineer

Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals.

Scope of the Position: Embedded Software Engineer in Allen Park, MI.

Flex-N-Gate This successful candidate will translate customer and product requirements to software architecture specifications, develop the embedded software and validate system functions in safety critical electronic modules developed for automotive OEM customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and integration of embedded software for automotive electronic control units (ECUs)
• Translate customer specifications into software requirements and system architecture
• Execute the Flex-N-Gate Product Development Process to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to defined quality standards
• Collaborate cross-functionally with customers, program managers, and engineering teams to define and refine product requirements
• Analyze system requirements, design software architecture, implement code, and verify real-time embedded systems
• Develop and support software validation strategies, including manufacturing, EMC, and environmental testing
• Drive continuous improvement of software tools, methodologies, and development processes to enhance product quality and customer satisfaction
• Support troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and resolution of software-related issues

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• Minimum 5 years of experience in real-time embedded software development, preferably in safety-critical automotive applications
• Strong programming expertise in C, C++, and assembly language, with experience in scripting languages
• Solid understanding of automotive electrical systems, including analog/digital circuits and communication protocols (CAN, LIN, SPI, I2C)
• Familiarity with software development standards and processes such as ASPICE
• Knowledge of functional safety and related standards (ISO 26262, ISO 21448) and automotive cybersecurity (ISO 21434) is highly desirable
• Experience controlling DC motors and stepper motors is a plus
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a global, cross-functional team environment
• Excellent communication skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office tools
• Willingness to travel up to 10% within North America

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation time

What do our employees have to say?

“It engages you professionally, and provides learning opportunities.”

“Lots of growth opportunity.”

“The company’s young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable.”

Not just a job—a great place to work!

Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer. EEO/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.