Software Engineer - Over-the-Air (OTA) Updates (VehicleOS)

About Applied Intuition

Applied Intuition is the vehicle intelligence company that accelerates the global adoption of safe, AI-driven machines. Founded in 2017, Applied Intuition delivers the toolchain, Vehicle OS, and autonomy stacks to help customers build intelligent vehicles and shorten time to market. Eighteen of the top 20 global automakers and major programs across the Department of Defense trust Applied Intuition's solutions to deliver vehicle intelligence. Applied Intuition services the automotive, defense, trucking, construction, mining, and agriculture industries and is headquartered in Mountain View, CA, with offices in Washington, D.C., San Diego, CA, Ft. Walton Beach, FL, Ann Arbor, MI, London, Stuttgart, Munich, Stockholm, Seoul, and Tokyo. Learn more at appliedintuition.com .

We are an in-office company, and our expectation is that employees primarily work from their Applied Intuition office 5 days a week. However, we also recognize the importance of flexibility and trust our employees to manage their schedules responsibly. This may include occasional remote work, starting the day with morning meetings from home before heading to the office, or leaving earlier when needed to accommodate family commitments. (Note: For EpiSci job openings, fully remote work will be considered by exception.)

About the role

As a Software Engineer - Over-the-Air (OTA) Updates at Applied Intuition, you will be at the forefront of developing cutting-edge remote software update systems that enable seamless deployment of firmware, applications, and configuration updates to connected devices at scale.

You will work on sophisticated OTA platforms that combine secure delivery mechanisms, cloud infrastructure, and device management to ensure reliable, secure, and efficient software updates across distributed device fleets. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the rapidly growing OTA market, building scalable update systems that handle millions of devices and support mission-critical applications across various industries.

At Applied Intuition, you will:

• Design and develop scalable OTA update platforms that process and distribute software packages, firmware updates, and configuration changes to large fleets of connected devices using modern cloud-native architecture in C++ and Go


• Architect and implement secure update delivery pipelines using technologies like cryptographic signing, encrypted communication channels, and authentication systems to ensure update integrity and prevent unauthorized modifications


• Build and maintain cloud-based OTA infrastructure leveraging distributed systems, containerization with Docker, and orchestration frameworks to support high-volume, low-latency package distribution


• Develop versatile package management systems for handling versioning, dependencies, and distribution of software components across diverse device ecosystems


• Create efficient content delivery networks (CDNs) optimized specifically for package distribution to ensure fast and reliable updates even in bandwidth-constrained environments


• Work on advanced monitoring and analytics systems that track update success rates, performance metrics, and provide real-time visibility into OTA campaign status across global device deployments

We're looking for someone who has:

• 4+ years of experience in distributed systems development with strong proficiency in C++ and Go, and experience building scalable cloud-native applications


• Experience with cloud platforms and DevOps practices including AWS, Azure, or GCP services, along with CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and containerization technologies


• Knowledge of secure software deployment including cryptographic signing, certificate management, encrypted communication protocols, and understanding of security best practices for remote updates


• Manage packages for various types of devices running embedded Linux and real-time operating systems, implementing efficient deployment strategies for diverse hardware platforms


• Proficiency in cloud-native development with microservices architecture patterns, API design, and service mesh technologies for building resilient distributed systems


• Understanding of content delivery networks (CDNs) and package delivery networks (PDNs) for efficient global distribution of software updates

Nice to have:

• Experience with OTA frameworks and tools such as Mender, RAUC, SWUpdate, or similar platforms for managing firmware and software updates


• Experience with Go's cloud development ecosystem including Go Cloud, gRPC, and other tools for building portable cloud applications


• Proficiency with distributed database systems for managing device inventories, update states, and telemetry data across large-scale deployments


• Understanding of fleet management systems and experience with device monitoring, remote diagnostics, and large-scale device lifecycle management


• Knowledge of security frameworks and compliance including experience with penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and adherence to cybersecurity standards


• Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like Terraform or CloudFormation for automating cloud resource provisioning and management


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including DevOps engineers, security specialists, product managers, and device firmware teams to deliver comprehensive OTA solutions

Compensation at Applied Intuition for eligible roles includes base salary, equity, and benefits. Base salary is a single component of the total compensation package, which may also include equity in the form of options and/or restricted stock units, comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage, 401k retirement benefits with employer match, learning and wellness stipends, and paid time off. Note that benefits are subject to change and may vary based on jurisdiction of employment.

Applied Intuition pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum intended target base salary for new hire salaries for the position. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, interview performance, and the level and scope of the position.

Please reference the job posting’s subtitle for where this position will be located. For pay transparency purposes, the base salary range for this full-time position in the location listed is: $183,000 - $253,000 annually.

Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Applied Intuition is an equal opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor. Consequently, the parties agree that, as applicable, they will abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and that these laws are incorporated herein by reference. These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. These regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. The parties also agree that, as applicable, they will abide by the requirements of Executive Order 13496 (29 CFR Part 471, Appendix A to Subpart A), relating to the notice of employee rights under federal labor laws.