Engineer, Board Support Packages (BSPs)

What you’ll do

Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the all-electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:

• Design, develop, and maintain board support packages (BSPs) for various hardware platforms used in our electric vehicles.
• Collaborate with software and hardware teams to define requirements for BSPs, including device drivers, boot loaders, and kernel configurations.
• Customize and adapt BSPs to meet the specific needs of our EV control systems, optimizing performance and reliability.
• Debug and resolve issues related to hardware-software interactions, ensuring seamless integration and functionality.
• Work closely with third-party suppliers and partners to integrate their components into the BSPs.
• Contribute to the development of software tools and processes to streamline BSP integration and testing.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies related to EVs and embedded systems, incorporating relevant advancements into the BSP development process.

Location & Travel Expectations: The responsibilities of this role require attendance at in-person meetings and events regularly. Remote, U.S. based applicants will be considered, however, preference will be given to applicants based near a Scout Motors location in the metro Detroit, MI area or Freemont, CA. Applicants should expect that the role will require the ability to convene with colleagues in person and to travel to participate in company events from time to time.

What you’ll bring 

We expect all Scouts to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. You’ll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You’ll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Here’s what else you’ll bring:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in embedded systems development, board support package development, and software-hardware integration.
• Strong programming skills in C/C++ and experience with low-level programming.
• Proficiency in operating systems concepts, Linux kernel, and device drivers.
• Familiarity with microcontroller and microprocessor architectures commonly used in automotive and embedded systems.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and issue tracking tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to debug complex hardware-software interactions.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines and teams.

What you'll gain

The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up.  This is a chance to create something new and lasting – with an iconic brand at its foundation.  In addition, Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides, select highlights:

• Competitive insurance including:
  • Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with:
  • An employer match and immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off including:
  • 20 days planned PTO, as accrued
  • 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually
  • Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
  • Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave
• Corporate Vehicle Program with:
  • Eligibility to lease up to 2 vehicles at competitive rates

Pay Transparency

This is a full-time, exempt position, eligible to receive a base salary and to participate in an annual performance bonus program. The salary range listed represents the maximum and minimum starting base pay for this position as of the time of posting. Final salary offered will be determined based on factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Initial base salary = $125,000-$165,000

Internal leveling code: IC9

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Last updated on Oct 25, 2023