Software Engineering Lead

About the role

We are seeking a Software Engineering Lead to join our Automotive Electronic Products (AEP) team as part of CompalUSA, based in Goleta, California. A hybrid work model combines remote flexibility with on‑site collaboration at the Goleta development facility.

Key responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of design, development, prototyping and validation of infrared camera software and test applications for product development and manufacturing.
• Coordinate internal and external developmental resources.
• Execute software development tasks to meet internal and external customer needs, reporting to the Integration and Test Director.
• Mentor young engineers and engineering interns.

Required profile

• Minimum 15+ years experience integrating and testing automotive safety systems.
• BS in Computer Science, Robotics, or related discipline.
• Expert in C and C++ coding with effective software configuration management.
• Lead development of quality software and validation processes.
• Manage internal and external development resources to planned schedule.
• Proven track record developing and deploying camera software and related test software (e.g., calibration, performance measurement).
• Experience creating Design Verification and Process Validation test software.
• Knowledge of MIPI CSI-2, GMSL2, FPD‑Link, CAN, 1000‑BaseT1 interfaces, tamper protection and cybersecurity methodologies.
• Agile software development experience.

Required skills

• C
• C++
• Software configuration management
• Camera software development
• Camera calibration
• Performance measurement
• Design verification
• Process validation
• MIPI CSI-2
• GMSL2
• FPD‑Link
• CAN
• 1000‑BaseT1
• Tamper protection
• Cybersecurity
• Agile software development

What we offer

• Medical, dental, vision and prescription drug insurance
• Life insurance
• Short‑ and long‑term disability
• 401k plan with matching contributions
• Generous PTO policy
• Company‑paid holidays