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Software Engineer - Middleware

Applied Intuition· Engineering
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Hybrid (Sunnyvale, CA)$140.5k - $271kFull-timePosted 8mo ago

About the role

Software Engineer role focused on developing core middleware components and services for Applied Intuition's software-defined vehicle platform, with emphasis on C++, distributed systems, high-speed networking, and functional safety architecture.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement core platform services using C++, focusing on multi-threading, concurrency, and performance optimization
  • Develop and extend communication middleware utilizing protocols such as SOME/IP or DDS (and ideally Protobuf/gRPC) across the platform
  • Work within AUTOSAR Adaptive Platform functional clusters (e.g., Adaptive Platform Core, Communication Management, Execution Management, State Management)
  • Apply expertise in networking and the Ethernet stack to ensure reliable and high-throughput data exchange in the vehicle
  • Contribute to the robust design of system management functions (e.g., Health Management, Diagnostics) within the SDV architecture

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in shipping complex, production software, ideally in the embedded, automotive, or robotics domains
  • BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field
  • Strong C++ expertise, including a solid understanding of multi-threading programming, mutexes, and design patterns
  • Experience with communication middleware such as SOME/IP or DDS
  • Working knowledge of networking concepts built on the Ethernet stack
  • The drive to take initiative in a fast-paced environment and take ownership over technical decisions

Skills

Required:C++SOME/IPDDSNetworking (Ethernet stack)
Nice to have:Protobuf/gRPCAUTOSAR Adaptive

Benefits

  • base salary
  • equity
  • comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage
  • 401k retirement benefits with employer match
  • learning and wellness stipends
  • paid time off
Last updated May 26, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

About Applied Intuition

Building vehicle intelligence | Applied Intuition

Applied Intuition is the vehicle intelligence company with the tools, Vehicle OS, and autonomy stacks for creating safe, AI-powered vehicle experiences.

AIAutonomy stacksSelf-Driving SystemSimulationTesting & ValidationVehicle IntelligenceVehicle OSai-infrastructure-and-development
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