Principal Field Application Engineer - Automotive AMCU
About the role
Role Summary:
This position supports customers developing Zone Controllers and Body ECUs, with a focus on AMCU-based systems and AUTOSAR CP–related integration topics. The role emphasizes system understanding and customer-facing execution rather than deep AUTOSAR development.
Responsibilities:
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Support customer projects involving Zone Controller and Body Controller architectures.
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Provide technical guidance on AUTOSAR CP concepts, configuration, and integration.
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Assist with AMCU peripheral usage, system bring-up, and embedded software debugging.
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Act as a technical liaison between customer development teams and internal engineering groups.
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Support on-site customer debugging sessions and regular technical reviews.
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Help customers adopt reference designs, demos, and recommended system architectures.
Requirements:
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4–8 years of experience in automotive embedded or customer-facing technical roles.
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Practical experience with Automotive MCUs and AUTOSAR CP–based projects.
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Understanding of automotive E/E architectures and Zone Controller concepts.
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Familar with CAN/LIN/ETH, security and safety.
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Good knowledge of ECU-level system integration (HW/SW interaction).
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Strong communication and coordination skills.
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Fluent technical English.
Benefits and perks
•Learning Budget
•Flexible Hours
•401(k)
•Paid Time Off
•Vision Insurance
Required skills
Field applications
Automotive MCUs
AUTOSAR CP
Embedded debugging
System integration
CAN
LIN
Ethernet
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