Design Release Engineer, Secondary Controller and SW Release
Core
Primary interface between hardware DREs, function owners, and suppliers to coordinate software releases and troubleshoot hardware-software interface issues for secondary controllers.
Role type
Design Release Engineer (Automotive Secondary Controllers)
Builds
Software releases for secondary ECUs and powertrain components
Domain
Automotive engineering, electrification, powertrain systems
Required skills
Software release coordination, cross-functional project management, hardware-software interface troubleshooting, risk escalation, diagnostic strategy definition, cybersecurity compliance, CAN messaging validation, ECU flashing and validation
Preferred skills
Powertrain component design release, internal combustion engine controls and calibration, ASPICE SWE.1–SWE.6 processes, CAN communication and network architecture, CANalyzer usage
Technologies
CAN, CANalyzer, ASPICE
Responsibilities
Serve as primary interface between hardware DREs, function owners, and suppliers; Coordinate software release activities in partnership with calibration and integration teams; Lead troubleshooting efforts for hardware–software interface issues across secondary controllers; Ensure software release timing and deliverables align with hardware milestones; Identify risks, escalate appropriately, and drive cross‑functional resolution; Coordinate with system engineers and suppliers to define controller interfaces, support diagnostic strategies, and ensure compliance with cybersecurity requirements; Act as the main interface for cross‑functional teams and suppliers to ensure CAN messaging for secondary controllers is correct, consistent, and compliant with specifications; Support flashing and validation of software on secondary ECUs as part of release readiness
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC