SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER

IMPACT and OPPORTUNITY 

Gentherm is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join the Expert Engineering organization based in Novi, MI. This team leads the development of next-generation thermal, pneumatic, and memory seat technologies, enabling Gentherm to deliver differentiated comfort systems and scale innovation across global programs. This role is responsible for the design, development, and verification of real-time control algorithms using simulation-based techniques, physics-based modeling, and automated code generation, integrated into production-intent embedded platforms. The work includes multi-ECU system design, vehicle-level integration, and alignment with series production constraints. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in embedded systems, control development, and automotive software workflows, with the ability to collaborate across systems, validation, and program teams. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and coach team members in the development of control algorithms for thermal, pneumatic, and memory seating systems.
• Demonstrate best-practice controls development utilizing model-based design (MBD) methodologies.
• Work with cross functional team to define robust requirements and validation strategies for advanced comfort system controls.
• Define and implement technical strategies for integrating generated code into production intent embedded platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally, work hands-on, and execute on open-ended projects in a fast-paced, resource-constrained environment.
• Lead algorithm integration and validation within multi-ECU system architectures.
• Break down technical objectives into smaller tasks / milestones and evaluation criteria adhering to architecture re-use and scalability.
• Support global deployment of model-based design practices across product lines and platforms.
• Apply and evolve best-practice development methodologies with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional and cross-regional teams working in an agile development environment.
• Mentor junior engineers in technical problem solving, development workflows, and process adherence.     

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer, Software, Controls, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 5 years minimum experience in developing embedded control algorithms using Model-Based Design and MATLAB/Simulink/Stateflow.
• Experience with deploying control models to production microcontrollers.
• Familiarity with automotive electronics hardware, design requirements, functional objectives and validation methods and tools.
• Experience with agile tools and methods.
• Experience in problem identification and resolution.
• History analyzing and parsing data to develop technical insights and make decisions.
• Experience in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication and business relation skills.
• Basic project management skills, including planning and organization, decision making, problem solving, prioritizing.
• Ability to prepare and present technical written reports and other documents to peers and management.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced degree related to controls, simulation or electrical systems development.
• Relevant experience with thermal, pneumatic, or memory seat systems, controls development.
• Experience with debuggers, emulators, compilers, static and dynamic test tools.
• Experience with automotive process standards (ASPICE, CMMI, ISO-26262).
• Experience using Jira and Confluence for project and milestone planning.
• Experience in use of IBM Rational Tool Set (Jazz, RM, QM).
• Experience with Vector tools (CANalyzer, CANoe, etc.).
• Experience with automotive communications protocols such as CAN, LIN. 

NICE TO KNOW

Travel: Occasional travel may be required, <5%.

Leadership Responsibilities: None     

Competencies:

• Deliver Results
  • Understand the mission and output of your team; set SMART objectives and deliver
• Drive Change
  • Focus on agility and commitment to continuous improvement; Understand and act on internal and external drivers of change
• Build Capability
  • Foster a culture of learning and development; Support individual growth through continuous feedback to achieve personal and professional goals
• Cultivate Innovation
  • Openly embrace, create, implement and support new and innovative ideas, processes and technology that deliver business results

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT (US):

All positions in our office require interaction with people and technology while either standing or sitting. In order to best service our customers, internal and external, all associates must be able to communicate face-to-face and on the phone with or without reasonable accommodation. Gentherm is committed to compliance with its obligations under all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. In keeping with this commitment, it attempts to reasonably accommodate applicants and employees in accordance with the requirements of the disability discrimination laws. It also invites individuals with disabilities to participate in a good faith, interactive process to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made without imposing an undue hardship.