Plano, TX | Hybrid Option

Our Toyota Connected Labs team is seeking a motivated Embedded Linux Engineer with a blend of system administration skills, hardware knowledge, and a strong interest in embedded multimedia devices. This role involves installing firmware, working with microcontrollers, and supporting various hardware and software systems. You will work with in-vehicle multimedia systems, helping to develop automation for deploying and testing the software created by the team. This position offers a great opportunity to gain new embedded automation skills, including CI/CD, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and cloud services (AWS).

Responsibilities:

• Build and integrate a robust tool ecosystem for in-vehicle multimedia systems development, ensuring automation and optimization of C/C++/Rust/Python code for performance and reliability.
• Perform installation and configuration of embedded devices, including firmware updates and troubleshooting.
• Run and debug firmware and software tests targeting ARM CPUs/DSPs in pre-silicon environments (virtual, emulation, and FPGA platforms) and post-silicon setups (bring-up boards, non-form-factor).
• Help develop automation for deploying and testing software created by the team.
• Collaborate technically with other team members, contributing to discussions and submitting proposals for process and technical improvements.
• Document processes and maintain organized system logs.

Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in embedded software development with a solid foundation in Linux
• Proficiency in C, C++, Rust, or Python for embedded Linux systems programming, with a focus on performance optimization and automation
• Strong understanding of computer hardware basics and experience with Linux installations from scratch, including disk mapping, partitioning, and package installation
• Hands-on experience with the installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of embedded devices, including firmware updates
• Familiarity with ARM CPUs/DSPs
• Basic understanding of Bash and/or Makefile scripting for automation and task management
• Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to debug embedded systems effectively
• Strong technical collaboration skills with the ability to contribute to engineering discussions and process improvements.
• Good organizational skills with experience maintaining system logs and documentation
• Knowledge of version control systems like Git
• Solutions-oriented with an ability to keep an open mind while finding agreeable solutions
• Ability to develop healthy working relationships and collaborate with peers and leaders
• Exhibits integrity and high standards in work quality
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Values diversity and differences amongst individuals in interactions

Excited about this opportunity, but don't meet 100% of the qualifications? We’d still love for you to apply! Toyota Connected is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where unique experiences are valued and everyone has the opportunity to contribute. You may just be the right candidate for this or other Toyota Connected opportunities.

Location:

This position is based in Plano, Texas. Toyota Connected encourages all employees to live within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned work location for Hybrid work.

To save time applying, Toyota Connected does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this position currently.

What’s in it for you?

In addition to an excellent compensation and benefits package, you’ll also receive:

• A Career Path that allows you to take your career to the next level.
• Annual $2,500 Training Budget to help you grow and develop your professional skills.
• Unlimited time off and flexibility for a great work-life balance. At TC you'll be treated like the professional we know you are and left to manage your own time and workload.
• Home office stipend of $1,000 to help furnish an ergonomic remote office.
• Four months of paid parental leave. We want new moms and dads to have an opportunity to bond with their new little bundles of joy.
• Adoption Assistance of $5,000 for regular adoptions or $6,000 for special needs. We know adoption costs can add up, and we want to help.
• 401(k) with generous company match that is fully vested day one.
• Toyota and Lexus vehicle discounts to allow you to drive in style.
• Generous vehicle allowance for new and leased Toyota and Lexus vehicles. Scratch that vehicle payment off your monthly bills!
• Annual Patent-a-thons and Hackathons to embrace your superior creative thinking ability.
• Annual Wellness Stipend of $1000 to help balance your overall mental and physical health.
• Free catered lunches when working onsite. We try to keep it healthy, but Fridays are “cheat” days, so you can get your carbs on!
• Two fully stocked Nespresso bars for your coffee and tea fixes.
• No dress code! Come as you are. We know the smart people we hire don’t need to be told what to wear.
• Free covered garage parking to shield your vehicle from those sneaky storms and to protect your buns from the Texas sun.

Who Are We?

Toyota Connected was established in 2016 to infuse the power of big data and cloud intelligence into all aspects of the mobility experience so that driving a Toyota or Lexus is more personal, intuitive, and safe. We create and enable technologies that delight, simplify, and connect the lives of those who use our products. We believe this mobility revolution will empower our customers to use their vehicles in an array of exciting new ways. We support, celebrate, and thrive on the opportunity to provide Mobility for All.

Making a connected life a more human experience takes humans from all walks of life. Toyota Connected celebrates and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces you.

We are committed to creating an accessible and inclusive hiring process by providing reasonable accommodations as necessary for persons with disabilities or those affected by pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions. If you need to request an accommodation, please reach out to your Recruiter who will connect you with an HR Business Partner to discuss your requested accommodation. We only share the candidate information obtained through this process as necessary to fulfill our reasonable accommodation obligations and strive to create an unbiased and equitable experience for all.