Systems Software Engineer

OpTech has a great employment opportunity with a national Tier 1 client for a Systems Software Engineer Automotive Architecture & Feature Design.

Location:

Dearborn, MI Duration:

12-Month Contract (Renewable)

Hours:

Dayshift; 4 days onsite / 1 day remote

Compensation:

Market competitive Role Overview As a Systems Software Engineer, you will serve as a technical architect for next-generation vehicle features. You will bridge the gap between software development and physical vehicle hardware, leading the design and implementation of complex features from early concept through to production launch .

Key Responsibilities System Architecture:

Develop high-level network, wiring, and power distribution topologies and schematics.

Feature Leadership:

Lead the development of features at the systems level, including upgrade and migration plans.

Design & Documentation:

Use Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), Python, C++, and Gherkin to design and document feature systems.

Safety & Security:

Conduct functional safety assessments, cybersecurity mitigation, and Failure Mode Avoidance documentation.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Interact with product teams and core engineers to create balanced solutions for challenging technical requirements.

Technical Testing:

Develop, test, and deploy technical solutions for endpoint hardware and software to ensure enterprise-wide compatibility.

Required Skills & Experience Education :

Bachelor s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.

Experience :

3+ years in Systems Engineering and 3+ years in Software Engineering (preferably in the automotive domain).

Technical Knowledge:

Strong understanding of vehicle electrical systems (networking, wiring, body/chassis systems). Proficiency in Python and GitHub. Experience with CAN communication and software problem resolution.

Requirements Management:

In-depth experience writing functional specifications, feature verification plans, and implementation requirements. Preferred Qualifications Master s Degree in Engineering. 5+ years of experience in an automotive engineering role. Knowledge of the Systems Engineering V-model. Experience with Quality Documents (DFMEA, Boundary Diagrams, Special Characteristics). History of leading multi-functional teams through technical trade-off negotiations.