Senior Diagnostic Systems Engineer

Here at Scout Motors were carrying forward the heritage of one of the most iconic American vehicles in history. A vehicle dating back to 1960. One that forged the path for future generations of rugged SUVs and will do so once again.

But Scout is more than just a brand its a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration caretaking and hard work.

The Scout brand is all about respect. Respect for the environment by developing electric vehicles with the capability to get you to any location. Respect for the past and the future by taking an iconic American brand that hasnt been around for a while electrifying it digitizing it and loading it with American innovation. Respect for communities by creating a company that stands for its people and its customers. And respect for both work and play with vehicles that are equally at home at a camp site a job site or on a Tuesday commute.

At Scout Motors we empower our talented inclusive and entrepreneurial teams to innovate. What makes a Scout employee Someone who is a visionary and a leader who seeks new paths and shares lessons learned. A knowledgeable doer who collaborates across the company to build better. A go-getter with unrivaled passion.

Join us at Scout Motors and be part of shaping the future of transportation. If youre ready to drive change and make history apply now!

What youll do

Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:

• Lead development of connected car systems including design testing Integration and quality.
• Responsible for defining comprehensive system-level requirements and ensuring seamless integration of state-of-the-art connected functions into the vehicle ecosystem.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to optimize the interaction between connected services vehicle hardware and software to enhance overall vehicle performance connectivity and user experience.
• Proven ability to define innovative methods for integrating IoT devices into the vehicle ecosystem. Develop novel solutions to enable seamless communication between IoT devices and vehicle systems ensuring compatibility scalability and system performance.
• Analytical development using model-based design MBSE/MBD simulation toolsets MIL/SIL/HIL.
• Be a champion of 1st principles design methodology and use extensive problem-solving methods for debugging and issue resolution.
• Lead sprint planning and daily standup meetings.
• Develop and maintain Best Practices: Design Standards Test Procedures Technical Specifications etc.

Location & Travel Expectations: The responsibilities of this role require attendance at in-person meetings and events regularly. This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Fremont CA. Applicants should expect that the role will require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time.

What youll bring

We expect all Scout employees to have integrity curiosity resourcefulness and strive to exhibit a positive attitude as well as a growth mindset. Youll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced high-growth environment. Youll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Heres what else youll bring:

• 5 to 7 yrs. (preferably PhD with 6 yrs.) of experience in EE/SW engineering
• Extensive experience working with connected car technologies telematics and backend systems including interactions with different vehicle SW/HW modules.
• Expertise in leading the integration and definition of connected car features including over the air updates remote commands data acquisition and diagnostics.
• Extensive experience on Vehicle communication and diagnostic protocols: CAN LIN DoIP Automotive Ethernet and Vehicle Network tools such as CANalyzer Canoe etc.
• Experience in developing Proof of Concepts (PoC) conducting Bench and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing and managing various suppliers and vendors for connectivity modules and related equipment or services.
• Expertise in complex problem-solving and data analysis with the ability to access interpret and drive results in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• In-depth knowledge of automotive design and development processes system requirements and engineering best practices such as ASPICE ISO 26262 as well as homologation and cybersecurity standards.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills combined with a high standard of integrity

What youll gain

The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up. This is a chance to create something new and lasting with an iconic brand at its foundation. In addition Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical mental and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides select highlights:

• Competitive insurance including:
  • Medical dental vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with:
  • An employer match and immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off including:
  • 20 days planned PTO as accrued
  • 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays annually
  • Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
  • Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement jury duty voting time or military leave

Pay Transparency

This is a full-time exempt position eligible to receive a base salary and to participate in an annual performance bonus program. Final salary offered will be determined based on factors including but not limited to the candidates skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Initial base salary range $150000-$180000

Internal leveling code: IC8

Notice to applicants:

• Residing inSan Francisco:Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
• Residing inLos Angeles:Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
• Residing inNew York City:This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.

Equal Opportunity

Scout is committed to employing a diverse workforceand is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race color religion sex national origin age sexual orientation gender identity gender expression veteran status disability pregnancyor anyother characteristicsprotected by law.Scout is committed to compliance with allapplicablefairemploymentpractice laws.If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application pre-employment testing or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process please contact