AAD Senior Software Integration Engineer

REQ ID: 131187

JOB TITLE: AAD Senior Software Integration Engineer

LOCATION: Budapest

Reimagine the future of modern luxury at JLR Hungary. Here youll find roles from technical to supply chain. Youll collaborate with global teams across multiple sites and work with cutting-edge innovations to deliver extraordinary experiences. Your work will directly shape the next generation of our iconic brands. Come, create an exceptional future.

THE OPPORTUNITY

JLR has been a pioneer in automotive research, design, and engineering for a century. Building on the rich history of our two iconic brands we are redefining modern luxury through innovative ideas, modern technologies, and new innovations.

As a member of the Assisted & Automated Driving Domain within JLR’s Digital Product Platform groups, you will interface with global internal engineering groups as well as external vendors to build up, commission and release development engineering assets. Working as part of a small team your contributions will have a direct impact on the realisation and release of the fleet of vehicles used to make product development goals a realisation for our customers.

We are passionate about our people – they are at the heart of our business. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive culture that is representative of the society in which we live; a culture in which every one of our employees can bring their authentic self to work and grow to their full potential through structured support, learning and guidance.

With a rich and authentic heritage and a growing exciting future now is an exciting time to join JLR.

We are seeking a talented Software Integration Engineer to join our automotive engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for implementing and integrating software solutions that connect a variety of embedded and enterprise-level software systems critical to modern vehicles. You will ensure seamless communication between in-vehicle ECUs, middleware, cloud services, and third-party platforms, supporting innovations in electric vehicles, ADAS, infotainment, and connected car technology.

What You Will Do

• Embedded API & Middleware Development: Develop, maintain, and test automotive APIs and middleware to support data exchange between in-vehicle systems
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with hardware, software, validation, and IT teams, as well as external suppliers, to gather integration requirements and deliver technical solutions.
• Diagnostics & Troubleshooting: Monitor integration processes, analyze CAN, LIN, and Ethernet communication, and resolve issues to ensure system reliability and compliance with automotive safety standards (e.g., ISO 26262, ASPICE).
• Linux Automotive Platforms: Support integration activities on automotive Linux distributions (e.g. QNX), including shell scripting, package management, and troubleshooting.
• End-to-end mindset: Ensure features and functions operate correctly at vehicle level in collaboration with partner ECUs.
  
  

What You Will Need

• Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field.
• Multiple years of experience in software/system integration in the automotive industry.
• Strong experience with embedded automotive APIs, middleware, and communication protocols (CAN, LIN, FlexRay, Ethernet), vehicle control systems (ADAS, Chassis, Powertrain), actuators and sensors.
• Proficiency in debugging on embedded targets using tools such as Trace32, GDB, CANOE, CANAPE, CANalyzer, etc.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language used in automotive development (e.g., MATLAB/SIMULINK, C, C++).
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash, Shell) and build systems (CMake, Make)
• Solid understanding of Linux operating systems
• Thorough understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle including quality engineering methods and tools
• Significant experience with version control (Git) and CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI)
• Experience with Agile development in automotive projects.
• Experience with cloud services or connected vehicle backends (AWS, Azure, etc.) is a plus.
• Relevant industry certifications or training are an advantage, like advanced driving permits
  
  

The Benefits

This role is rewarding in more ways than one. On top of our core offering, you’ll do extraordinary work with amazing people. In addition, you can expect the following benefits:

• Join us for the next level of your career and help develop solutions that shape the future of cars
• Be part of an international, inclusive, and open-minded team where you have actual influence on the processes
• See the product you’re working on come to life from testing all the way to production
• Work flexibly with high percentage of home office or from our award-winning office
• Competitive salary and performance related bonus scheme
• Health and life insurance and cafeteria package
• Various company programs such as charity events or our regular board game club
  
  

Creating Modern Luxury requires a modern approach to work. At JLR, hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work.

Some roles require more on-site work, but details of this can be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview stage.

We work hard to nurture a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all. We understand candidates may require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please discuss these with your recruiter so we can accommodate your needs.

Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome. If you’re unsure that you meet the full criteria of a role– but youre interested in where it could take you – we still encourage you to apply.

We believe in people’s ability to grow and develop within their role – it’s what makes living the exceptional with soul possible.

JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.

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