Embedded Software Engineer – Automotive Systems
Aptiv · Chennai
Why join Aptiv?
You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge applications, develop breakthrough technologies, and deliver innovative solutions to some of the world’s leading automotive brands. See your work come to life on the road—helping make mobility safer, greener, and more connected. Ready to shape the future of mobility with us?
YOUR ROLE
As an Embedded Software Engineer – Sustaining, you will be part of Aptiv’s Sustaining Engineering team, responsible for supporting, enhancing, and maintaining embedded edge software used in automotive data logging and connectivity solutions. This role is hands-on and requires strong problem-solving skills to work with legacy code, production issues, and evolving system requirements within an embedded Linux environment.
YOUR ROLE
- Support, enhance, and maintain embedded edge software for automotive data logging and connectivity solutions
- Investigate, debug, and resolve production and field issues across embedded Linux-based systems
- Work with legacy C++ codebases with limited documentation and operate effectively in ambiguous problem spaces
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement fixes, enhancements, and validation activities
- Contribute to continuous improvement of system reliability, performance, and maintainability
YOUR BACKGROUND
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field
- Must have 5+ years of hands-on experience in C++ development within embedded systems
- Strong experience working in embedded Linux environments with shell scripting
- Exposure to automotive networking protocols such as CAN, LIN, and Ethernet
- Background in automotive or embedded product-based organizations preferred
WHY JOIN US?
- You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.
- You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.
- You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.
YOUR BENEFITS AT APTIV
- Higher Education Opportunities (UDACITY, UDEMY, COURSERA are available for your continuous growth and development)
- Life and accident insurance
- Sodexo cards for food and beverages
- Well Being Program that includes regular workshops and networking events
- EAP Employee Assistance
- Access to fitness clubs (T&C apply)
- Creche facility for working parents
APPLY TODAY, AND TOGETHER LET’S CHANGE TOMORROW!
Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.