Our client, in the autonomous driving vehicle space, is looking for a highly motivated Software Engineer to drive the evolution of the client's codebase. This role is essential for improving code quality, enhancing developer productivity, and ensuring adherence to industry standards. This is a contract role with the expectations to be onsite 3 days (minimum) in Foster City, CA or San Diego, CA.
Responsibilities
Conduct in-depth assessments of the client's codebase to identify areas for improvement, including outdated compilers, deprecated code, and inefficient coding practices.
Lead the transition to newer compiler versions, ensuring compatibility and enabling the use of advanced compiler warnings.
Refactor code for enhanced readability, maintainability, and performance, while adhering to industry coding standards and best practices.
Research and implement new tools and technologies to streamline development workflows and improve code quality.
Work closely with development teams to understand their requirements and provide guidance on code modernization and optimization strategies.
Create and maintain clear documentation of modernization efforts, including best practices, workflows, and lessons learned.
Requirements
6+ years of professional experience in software engineering.
Strong proficiency in C++ and Python programming languages.
Extensive experience with code refactoring and optimization techniques.
Familiarity with build systems such as Bazel (preferred).
Knowledge of the software development lifecycle and methodologies.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
Knowledge of industry standards like HAP, Autosar, and Misra.
Experience with static analysis tools and code quality metrics.
Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or Bash.
Expected hourly pay range
$80 - $90/hr
Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.
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