Aftermarket Automotive Protocol & Binary Systems Architect

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Job status

Permanent

Location

Salvo Software
San Jose, CA, United States

Workplace

On site

Job Description

About Salvo Software

Salvo Software is revolutionizing automotive technology with innovative cloud and diagnostic solutions for smarter, safer vehicles. Join a team at the forefront of embedded systems and cloud services integration, directly impacting the aftermarket automotive industry.

Role Overview

We're seeking a hands-on senior engineer, a "Developer-Hacker", skilled in low-level vehicle systems and high-level cloud software development. You'll architect cloud features interacting with vehicle control modules, analyze ECU firmware binaries, and implement checksum validations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Reverse engineer ECU/TCU/PCM firmware binaries with manual hex analysis and custom checksum calculations.
  • Master and troubleshoot UDS (ISO 14229), J1939, and OEM-specific communication protocols.
  • Analyze CAN logs using tools like Vehicle Spy, PCAN, and CANalyzer.
  • Collaborate on firmware issues with embedded developers, including secure bootloaders.

Qualifications

  • 7+ years' automotive software engineering experience, focusing on aftermarket or performance tuning.
  • Expertise with proprietary diagnostic protocols for Ford, GM, Stellantis, and Polaris.
  • Strong knowledge of CAN bus, UDS, J1939, OBD-II, and hardware interfaces such as PCAN and Kvaser.
  • Proficient in ECU firmware formats and disassembly tools like OlyDBG or Ida Pro.
  • Must reside in the U.S. for real-time collaboration.
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in related fields.

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Salvo Software

Salvo Software

🚗 Join Salvo Software as an Aftermarket Automotive Protocol & Binary Systems Architect! Utilize your expertise in ECU firmware reverse engineering and cloud services development to solve complex automotive challenges. Work with cutting-edge protocols and tools in a collaborative environment. If you're passionate about automotive tech and looking to impact the future of connected vehicles, this senior role offers an exciting opportunity to grow and lead. 🌟🔧

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