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Senior Software Integration Engineer | Sterling Heights, MI
Senior Software Integration Engineer
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Sterling Heights , MI

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Onsite

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Sterling Heights, MI

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Onsite

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Contract to hire

Job ID 76537|Posted Oct 6, 2026
JOB DESCRIPTION

Join a dynamic engineering team supporting the integration of software and hardware for advanced vehicle systems. This role offers the opportunity to work with real-time embedded software, Linux-based environments, networking technologies, and hands-on test support in a collaborative, problem-solving environment.

Responsibilities

  • Integrate and verify software applications running on Red Hat Enterprise Linux alongside hardware components in a vehicle system environment.
  • Build, maintain, and troubleshoot software and hardware integration test setups.
  • Use Ethernet and CAN bus knowledge to support testing, diagnostics, and issue resolution.
  • Work closely with engineering and vehicle test teams to investigate issues and analyze data.
  • Support software verification activities, troubleshooting, and problem-solving across integration efforts.
  • Contribute to cybersecurity hardening efforts and scanning activities as needed.
  • Mentor less experienced engineers and help strengthen integration and test practices within the team.
  • Ensure technical solutions align with engineering principles, quality expectations, and customer needs.
  • Travel to customer sites as required and support work involving combat vehicle systems.

Skills

  • 4+ years of software integration experience.
  • Hands-on experience integrating software applications on Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
  • Ability to package software as RPMs and binary executables.
  • Experience working with drivers, shared objects, and static libraries.
  • Strong understanding of Ethernet and CAN bus protocols.
  • Experience using Git and Jira/GitLab configuration management tools.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong critical thinking and troubleshooting abilities.
  • Ability to build effective working relationships and solve technical issues collaboratively.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field.

Preferred Skills

  • Experience with embedded systems.
  • Familiarity with Bash, PowerShell, or Python scripting.
  • Exposure to C or C++ programming.
  • Experience with VxWorks or other real-time operating systems.
  • Knowledge of military or commercial design standards.
  • Familiarity with MIL-STD-1553.
  • Experience with UML modeling tools or DOORS.
  • Understanding of CMMI for development.
  • Familiarity with Qt Framework and QML-based front-end development.
  • Knowledge of Ethernet-based protocols such as SSL/TLS, SSH, and SFTP.
  • Experience with Nessus and Coverity cybersecurity scans.
  • Knowledge of system hardening and STIG implementation.
  • Experience working with virtual machines.
  • Prior use of NI TestStand.
  • Familiarity with combat vehicle functionality and capabilities.
  • Preferred bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science.

Horizontal Talent is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and equitable hiring process where people of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We value diverse perspectives and believe they strengthen teams, innovation, and problem-solving.

By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex.

Horizontal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Horizontal is committed to taking affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or participate in the interview process, click here to request accommodation assistance.

All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.

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