Principal Application Software Engineer

Wayve

. Execute software bring-up on customer hardware platforms, including NVIDIA Drive and Qualcomm Ride .

Posted 11/8/2026full-timeTokyo • JapanLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in embedded and automotive software development, with a strong focus on platform bring-up, integration of complex systems, and technical leadership. Proficient in C/C++, Bash, and Python, with a deep understanding of Linux-based systems and automotive-grade SoCs.

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Embedded Software DevelopmentPlatform Bring-Up ExperienceC/C++ ProficiencyLinux-Based Embedded SystemsAutomotive Integration

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Hard Skills

C/C++BashPythonLinux-Based SystemsQNXAdaptive AUTOSARAutomotive-Grade SoCsCI/CD IntegrationTest AutomationSystem-Level Diagnostics

Soft Skills

Technical LeadershipProblem-SolvingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

DockerJenkinsGitJFrog ArtifactoryHardware DebuggersFlashing ToolsBoard Support Packages

Industry Keywords

Automotive SoftwareISO 26262HIL SystemsSecure BootCybersecurity

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityDockerJenkinsLinuxPythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute software bring-up on customer hardware platforms, including NVIDIA Drive and Qualcomm Ride
Port and configure Linux-based systems, QNX, and Adaptive AUTOSAR environments
Integrate and validate drivers, middleware, and boot-time configurations
Work with Verification and Release teams to integrate hardware into CI/CD, HIL, and test infrastructure
Work with OEM and Tier 1 teams to resolve hardware-specific integration issues
Implement system-level diagnostics, logging, and secure boot configuration
Develop automation for setup, flashing, health checks, and test execution on target hardware
Define and execute the strategy for integrating Wayve’s autonomy stack into multiple OEM platforms
Provide technical leadership across integration work and help build the team
Engage with automotive customers and Japanese OEM partners
Bring up and validate Wayve’s AI software stack on customer hardware platforms across diverse SoCs and operating systems

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of experience in embedded or automotive software development, ideally with hands-on platform bring-up experience
Strong proficiency in C/C++, Bash, and Python
Deep understanding of Linux-based embedded systems, including Yocto, systemd, bootloaders, and device trees
Familiarity with QNX and Adaptive AUTOSAR environments and ability to configure and debug them on target hardware
Experience with bring-up on automotive-grade SoCs, such as NVIDIA Orin, Qualcomm SA8295/SA8650, Renesas, and TI
Comfortable working with hardware debuggers, flashing tools, serial consoles, and board support packages (BSPs)
Familiarity with CAN, Ethernet, PCIe, SPI, and I2C communication protocols
Hands-on experience integrating embedded platforms into CI/CD pipelines and test automation frameworks
Desirable: exposure to automotive verification environments, such as HIL systems, Vector toolchains, and custom CI rigs
Desirable: experience in a safety-critical domain with understanding of ISO 26262, boot-time determinism, and watchdogs
Desirable: understanding of secure boot, OTA updates, and system-level cybersecurity topics
Desirable: familiarity with Docker, Jenkins, Git, and artifact management tools such as JFrog Artifactory

Benefits

Comp & perks

Meaningful equity, sharing in the ownership and long term success of Wayve
Relocation support and visa sponsorship where applicable
Hybrid working, core hours and the chance to work hands on in vehicle workshops and labs
Learning and development budgets with support for training, conferences and growth
Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, dental, enhanced maternity and paternity leave, retirement or pension where applicable, access to therapists, wellbeing partnerships, team socials and more
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