Principal Embedded Systems Architect Our client is a specialized business division of an S&P 500, multi-billion-dollar global powerhouse with over a century of proven industry leadership. As a premier innovator in software, advanced diagnostics, e-commerce, and technical service solutions, they empower professionals across the automotive, commercial, and industrial sectors worldwide. They are seeking a Principal Embedded Systems Architect to lead the system-level design and architectural development of industry-defining vehicle communication interfaces, diagnostic platforms, and connected solutions for the commercial vehicle industry. Located in Rochester Hills, MI, this hands-on technical leadership position spans the full product lifecycle, spanning embedded hardware design, ARM-based firmware, PC device drivers, vehicle networking protocols, and product cybersecurity. In this role, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, OEMs, commercial fleets, and industry standards organizations to advance diagnostic and connectivity solutions used worldwide. What YOU get to DO at this award-winning company:

System Architecture Leadership:

Lead the architecture, system design, and technical development of embedded vehicle communication interfaces and diagnostic hardware.

Firmware & Hardware Engineering:

Develop C/C++ firmware for ARM-based microprocessors/microcontrollers and drive embedded hardware design, schematic reviews, board bring-up, validation, and production readiness.

Driver & Protocol Integration:

Develop and support Windows device drivers, APIs, and low-level communication software for USB, Ethernet, TCP/IP, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth connected devices.

Vehicle Networking Standards:

Implement commercial vehicle communication technologies and standards, including

CAN, CAN FD, SAE J1939, J1708/J1587, ISO

15765, UDS, DoIP, RP1210, RP1227, and J2534.

Embedded Cybersecurity:

Design secure product architectures incorporating hardware root of trust, secure boot, encrypted firmware updates, device authentication, and cryptographic provisioning.

Technical Leadership & Mentorship:

Serve as a principal technical leader across engineering disciplines, mentor junior engineers, and drive the resolution of complex system and field issues.

Industry Standards Influence:

Participate in vehicle communication working groups and standards organizations to help shape future diagnostic, connectivity, and cybersecurity standards. What

YOU NEED

to SUCCEED in this challenging role:

Experience:

10+ years of dedicated experience developing embedded electronic products from initial concept through full volume production.

Firmware & OS Expertise:

Deep proficiency in ARM-based embedded systems, C/C++ firmware development, and embedded Linux or RTOS environments.

Hardware & Board Bring-Up:

Proven hands-on hardware design, schematic review, board bring-up, and circuit debugging skills.

PC Drivers & Networking:

Experience developing PC device drivers and low-level communication layers for USB and network-based protocols.

Commercial Vehicle Domain:

Strong background in vehicle networks, protocol analysis, and commercial vehicle diagnostic systems.

Education:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field. What is in it for YOU? Base Salary plus bonus eligibility. Comprehensive benefits package. Professional career growth support and global visibility. A collaborative, customer-focused culture with the stability of a recognized global industry leader.