Staff Embedded Software Engineer - ADAS/ AD

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Newark, CAPosted 2 days ago

Role Overview

Lucid Motors is hiring a Staff Embedded Software Engineer - ADAS/ AD. This is a full-time role in Newark. Part of Lucid Motors's Embedded hiring, posted 2 days ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Staff-level Embedded roles is $180k-$240k (based on 19 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.

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About Lucid

At Lucid, we are creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucid’s proprietary technology and software-defined vehicle architecture, our award-winning vehicles bring our “Compromise Nothing™” approach to the global automotive market. That means refusing to choose between performance and sustainability, design and engineering, ambition and integrity. In Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity, we have designed and built vehicles that have redefined their segments, combining exceptional range, performance, design, and expansive space in a single experience.

We achieve this through deep vertical integration, with design, engineering, and production happening in-house across our global offices and manufacturing facilities. Our teams come from industries around the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence. By refusing to settle, you can help redefine what’s possible and shape the future of mobility.

Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility

At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility.

We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design – where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience.

Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and optimize embedded platform software for automotive ADAS and autonomous driving systems
Perform board bring‑up and develop low‑level device drivers for SoC peripherals
Lead camera bring‑up activities, including ISP integration and validation
Develop and integrate video pipelines, including video codecs and secure RTP streaming
Collaborate closely with hardware, systems, and application teams to ensure seamless hardware–software integration
Support platform stability, performance optimization, and production readiness

Required Qualifications

8+ years of experience in embedded software development for complex systems
Strong proficiency in C/C++
Hands‑on experience with Linux and/or QNX kernel, BSP, and low‑level platform development
Solid experience with board bring‑up and device driver development, including interfaces such as I2C, UART, SPI, PCIe, RGMII, SGMII, and camera ISPs
Experience working with real‑time operating systems (RTOS)

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced C++ application development experience
Prior experience in ADAS or autonomous driving systems
Ability to read and interpret hardware schematics, datasheets, and reference designs
Experience with bootloaders, secure boot, firmware update mechanisms, and UDS diagnostics
Strong understanding of embedded security concepts, including cryptographic hardware, key management, and certificate management

About You

You are a strong problem‑solver with excellent communication skills, comfortable working in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional environment. You take ownership, collaborate effectively across disciplines, and are motivated by building reliable, secure platforms for cutting‑edge automotive technology.

If you are passionate about embedded systems and autonomous driving and want to make a tangible impact on next‑generation vehicles, we encourage you to apply.

Salary Range: The compensation range for this position is specific to the locations listed below and is the range Lucid reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; and other relevant business and organizational factors.

Base Pay Range (Annual)

$179,400—$263,120 USD

Compensation & Benefits: Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays; and a 401(k) retirement plan. Eligible employees may also participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, are determined based on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results, in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

Equal Opportunity: At Lucid, we believe diversity strengthens everything we build. Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal laws and regulations.

Accessibility: Lucid Motors is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need any accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at TA-Operations <@> lucidmotors.com. This email address is designated solely for accommodation requests and is not monitored for job applications or resume submissions. To be considered for employment, all applications must be submitted through the Lucid Motors Careers website.

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To all recruitment agencies: Lucid Motors does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Lucid Motors. Lucid Motors is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Staff Embedded Software Engineer - ADAS/ AD position at Lucid Motors?

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Where is the Staff Embedded Software Engineer - ADAS/ AD position at Lucid Motors located?

This position is based in Newark. Lucid Motors has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Staff Embedded Software Engineer - ADAS/ AD at Lucid Motors earn?

Lucid Motors has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Staff Embedded Software Engineer - ADAS/ AD role at Lucid Motors posted?

This role was posted on July 19, 2026 (2 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

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