Staff Simulation Software Engineer

• Design and deliver low-level software for high-performance, high throughput, reliability and scalability of ECU simulation on cross platform vehicle initiatives.
• Develop CPU and GPU (NPU) emulation / virtualization software technology in terms of functionality, performance, efficiency and reliability.
• Deliver QEMU software components based upon product definitions, customer specifications, and vehicle platform specifications.
• Developing Linux guest drivers / libraries for CPU, GPU (NPU), and peripheral components on QEMU.
• Partner with other engineering teams to understand real-world constraints and to support the high-quality implementation of ECU simulation for vehicle product SW development, validation and integration.
• Commit and deliver high quality software deliverables on time for the different vehicle programs.
• Understanding testing strategies to align efforts with testability and ensure full traceability of requirements.

This role contributes to NIO's mission of shaping a joyful lifestyle by developing premium smart electric vehicles with innovations in autonomous driving and electric powertrains, advancing sustainable transportation technology.

• 3+ years of experience in QEMU or similar emulation / virtualization software development on Linux.
• 7+ years development experience of building complex software systems.
• BS / MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent.
• Strong background in CPU and GPU (NPU) architecture, software stack and virtualization technologies.
• Solid understanding of Linux and embedded / real-time operating systems.
• Experience in ARM platform bring-up and low-level software development.
• Organized mindset, and passionate about delivering high-quality software.
• Excellent communication skills, and technical writing proficiency.

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time NIO employee, you are eligible for the following benefits on the first day you join NIO:

• CIGNA EPO, HSA, and Kaiser HMO medical plans with $0 for Employee Only Coverage.
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plan. Both provide options with a $0 paycheck contribution covering you and your eligible dependents.
• Company Paid HSA (Health Savings Account) Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible CIGNA medical plan
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with Brokerage Link option
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time
• 13 Paid Holidays a year
• Paid Parental Leave for first 8 weeks at full pay (eligible after 90 days of employment with NIO)
• Paid Disability Leave for first 6 weeks at full pay (eligible after 90 days of employment with NIO)
• Voluntary benefits including: Voluntary Life and AD&D options for you, your spouse/domestic partner and dependent child(ren), pet insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Mobile Cell Phone Credit
• Healthjoy mobile benefit app supporting you and your dependents with benefit questions on the go & support with benefit billing questions
• Free lunch and snacks
• Onsite gym
• Employee discounts and perks program

NIO is a pioneer and a leading company in the premium smart electric vehicle market, founded in November 2014 with a mission to shape a joyful lifestyle by building a community starting with smart electric vehicles to share joy and grow together with users.