Electronic Systems Engineer - Software
This entry-level Electronic Systems Engineer role at Confidential Client involves developing and delivering embedded software for connected vehicle products, focusing on systems engineering activities such as requirements analysis, design, and verification. The position requires collaboration across multiple engineering disciplines to ensure alignment and quality of connectivity features, supporting product launch and continuous improvement within a hybrid work environment.
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Role Overview
Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Electronic Systems Engineer – Software to contribute to product software development for connected products. This role is designed for early-career engineers who will work across software, cloud, validation, and product teams to deliver verified software features used in customer applications.
What You’ll Do
- Investigate product software issues, determine root cause, recommend corrective actions, and own problem resolution and documentation.
- Develop, implement, test, and release embedded and product software components using standard software engineering practices.
- Participate in stakeholder requirement analysis, translate stakeholder needs into verifiable system and subsystem requirements.
- Define interfaces, decomposed requirements, and technical profiles for connected features.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (software, cloud, validation, product management, and architecture) to align designs, verification plans, and delivery timelines.
- Create and support verification and validation strategies, DVP&R artifacts, and pre-release checks to ensure functional and performance expectations are met.
- Use systems thinking to plan scope, interfaces, and lifecycle considerations for features and platforms.
- Contribute to the improvement of development processes and tools (code editors, integration tools, static analyzers, compilers, HIL test systems).
- Coordinate work with technicians or temporary student employees when needed and support team goals.
Required Skills, Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a STEM field (required). Master’s degree may be required for some roles.
- Entry-level / early-career: within ~2 years of completing highest degree, or equivalent experience (intern/co-op/early professional experience).
- Experience developing and managing stakeholder, system, and subsystem requirements; familiarity with requirements traceability.
- Experience or coursework with embedded software, cloud-connected systems, telematics, IoT, or vehicle electronics.
- Understanding of systems integration, interface management, and verification & validation processes.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to lead technical discussions and influence cross-functional groups.
- Proficient with common productivity tools (MS Office). Familiarity with requirements/lifecycle tools (Jira, Polarion, Windchill RV&S, etc.) is beneficial.
Preferred (Nice-to-Have)
- Experience with connected vehicle technologies, telematics, OTA/FOTA updates, diagnostics, CAN / J1939 communication stacks.
- Experience with product lifecycle management and systems engineering tools (Windchill RV&S, Polarion, Jira).
- Hands-on exposure to HIL or other integration/validation test tools.
- Experience applying statistical methods, design of experiments, or simulation/modeling to product decisions.
Compensation & Logistics
- Employment type: Entry-level, Full-Time (Exempt)
- Start date: May 2027
- Work location: On-site with flexibility (Columbus, IN area)
- Salary range: $77,691 – $100,909 per year
- Relocation: Relocation assistance available (per client policy)
- This position may require export-control compliance checks or other regulatory screening.
- Confidential Client may validate employment eligibility and right-to-work consistent with applicable U.S. laws.
Why Join (Team & Career Growth)
- Work on software that is integrated into real-world connected products and platforms.
- Gain systems-level exposure across hardware, software, cloud and user-facing applications.
- Early-career development programs, mentorship, and cross-functional learning opportunities.
- Contribute to product architecture, verification strategy, and platform planning from day one.
Eligibility & Notes
- This role is intended for candidates who meet U.S. Early Careers eligibility requirements (typically within 2 years of degree completion).
- International students (F-1) must have appropriate CPT/OPT authorization that relates to the role before starting.
- Hiring and final offers are subject to verification of eligibility to work in the U.S. and successful completion of any required background checks.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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