Principal Application Software Engineer - Relocation to Tokyo

We're seeking an exceptional Principal Application SW Engineer to join our Japan-based team, focused on localising and advancing Wayve’s autonomous driving technology for the Japanese market.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in embedded or automotive software development
• Strong proficiency in C/C++, Bash, and Python
• Deep understanding of Linux-based embedded systems (Yocto, systemd, bootloaders, device trees)
• Familiarity with QNX and Adaptive AUTOSAR environments and the ability to configure and debug them on target hardware
• Experience with bring-up on automotive-grade SoCs (e.g., NVIDIA Orin, Qualcomm SA8295/SA8650, Renesas, TI)
• Comfortable working with hardware debuggers, flashing tools, serial consoles, and board support packages (BSPs)
• Familiarity with communication protocols like CAN, Ethernet, PCIe, SPI, I2C
• Hands-on experience integrating embedded platforms into CI/CD pipelines and test automation frameworks

Benefits

• Full-time role
• Relocation package
• Visa sponsorship