Advance Software Engineer - Automotive Bootloader Software ECU(5-8 Yrs)

Aptiv -Help shape the future of mobility.
Imagine a world with zero vehicle accidents, zero vehicle emissions, and wireless vehicle connectivity all around us. Every day, we move closer to making that world a reality. Aptiv’s passionate team of engineers and developers creates advanced safety systems, high-performance electrification solutions and data connectivity solutions so that automakers can bring advanced capabilities to more people around the globe. This is how we enable sustainable mobility and help to prevent accidents caused by human error.
We’re hiring an Electrical/Electronics Engineer to design and develop our automotive products in the areas of Active Safety and User-Experience. This position is located at TCI Bengaluru.
Your Role
Experience: 6-8 Yrs
Job Location: Bangalore
Mandatory Skills:
automotive bootloader software for ECU platform CANalyser/CANoe. Good in Communication protocol CAN, SPI and I2C;
Design and implement Secure Boot, Secure Flashing, and Firmware Update mechanisms.
Integrate bootloaders with AUTOSAR BSW and MCAL layers
Job Description:
Your Role
Required Exp: 6-8 Yrs
Develop and maintain automotive bootloader software for ECU platforms.
Design and implement Secure Boot, Secure Flashing, and Firmware Update mechanisms.
Integrate bootloaders with AUTOSAR BSW and MCAL layers.
Support ECU bring-up activities on ARM-based microcontrollers and SoCs.
Implement UDS-based programming services (ISO 14229).
Develop software download and reprogramming functionalities using CAN, CAN FD, Ethernet, and FlexRay.
Work on OTA update architecture and A/B image update mechanisms.
Debug startup, reset, flash memory, and boot sequence issues.
Perform bootloader integration, verification, and validation.
Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to implement:
Secure Boot
Cryptographic verification
HSM integration
ISO 21434 requirements
Support production, manufacturing flashing, and field update activities.
Required SkillsEmbedded Software
Strong C programming
Embedded C development
NXP / TI / ARM Cortex-M / Cortex-R / Cortex-A architecture
Assembly language basics
Bootloader
Primary Bootloader (PBL)
Secondary Bootloader (SBL)
U-Boot knowledge (preferred)
Secure Boot
Flash drivers
Firmware update mechanisms
Automotive Protocols
UDS (ISO 14229)
CAN / CAN FD
Ethernet
XCP (Good to have)
AUTOSAR
Classic AUTOSAR
MCAL
BSW Integration
Memory Stack
Diagnostics & Flashing
Vector CANoe
CANalyzer
vFlash
Lauterbach Debugger
JTAG debugging
Security
ISO 21434
Secure Boot
Encryption/Decryption
Digital Signatures
HSM
Your Background
Key ingredients for succeeding in this role are your:
Graduate in BE/ B.Tech/ ME/ M.Tech (Electronics/ Electricals /Instrumentation /Computer Science) with work experience of 5-8 years
Hands-on experience with AUTOSAR Classic Architecture, including end-to-end configuration and integration of Communication Stack (CAN, LIN, Ethernet), Automotive Bootloader, Diagnostic Stack (DEM, DCM, UDS)
(OR) Proven experience with Software Download (SWDL) and Over-the-Air (OTA) update mechanisms, including Bootloader interaction and flashing strategies
Hands-on experience with Vector DaVinci tools, particularly DaVinci Configurator and related AUTOSAR configuration workflows
Strong knowledge of 32-bit Microcontroller architectures, with hands-on development experience on: Infineon Aurix, Renesas, PowerPC or ARM-based automotive MCUs
Solid understanding of Automotive Product Development lifecycle, including compliance and alignment with Automotive SPICE (ASPICE)
Experience working in Agile / Scrum-based software development environments, including sprint planning, reviews, and continuous integration practices
Working experience in one or more Automotive domains: ADAS, Infotainment or Vehicle Gateway systems’
Why join us?
You can grow at Aptiv. Whether you are working towards a promotion, stepping into leadership, considering a lateral career move, or simply expanding your network – you can do it here. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.
You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.
You have support. Our team is our most valuable asset. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.
Apply today and together let’s change tomorrow!
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