Staff Systems Engineer, HV Battery Software
Lucid Motors· startup· Automotive / Electric Vehicles· Sep 23, 2026 · 1mo ago
Newark, CA
In office
Full-time
Staff
$185K–$260K est.
7+ years exp
Job description
About Lucid
At Lucid, we are creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucid’s proprietary technology and software-defined vehicle architecture, our award-winning vehicles bring our “Compromise Nothing™” approach to the global automotive market. That means refusing to choose between performance and sustainability, design and engineering, ambition and integrity. In Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity, we have designed and built vehicles that have redefined their segments, combining exceptional range, performance, design, and expansive space in a single experience.
We achieve this through deep vertical integration, with design, engineering, and production happening in-house across our global offices and manufacturing facilities. Our teams come from industries around the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence. By refusing to settle, you can help redefine what’s possible and shape the future of mobility. Staff Systems Engineer , HV Battery Software
Role Overview
We are currently seeking a Staff Systems Engineer, High Voltage Battery Software to drive development and integration of Lucid’s proprietary Battery Management System (BMS) software. In this role, you will bridge the gap between early-stage prototypes and global production releases, ensuring our energy storage and powertrain systems operate with maximum safety, efficiency, and performance.
This position sits at the intersection of embedded software, power electronics hardware and vehicle network architecture. You will collaborate with engineers across systems engineering, hardware, controls, and verification and validation to perform complex architecture studies and drive architecture decisions, develop robust system requirements and drive hardware and software improvements for current and future Lucid vehicles.
Our ideal candidate exhibits a proactive, can-do attitude and approaches their work systematically and diligently. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their respective fields, to possess the ability to learn quickly and to strive for perfection in a fast-paced environment.
Role r esponsibilities:
Perform functional decomposition to t ranslate complex vehicle-level requirements into clear, verifiable, and traceable BMS and energy storage requirements
Perform system analysis and simulations to a rchitect robust, scalable BMS frameworks and propose concept of operations to cross-functional teams
Collaborate with safety and reliability teams to perform FMEA, FTA and safety analysis to enable development of fault-tolerant embedded systems capable of real-time, safety-critical execution.
Define verification procedure and clear PASS/ FAIL criteria for requirement verification and work closely with V&V teams to successfully complete integration testing and guarantee release quality.
Leverage large-scale telemetry and fleet-health analytics to proactively monitor battery performance, diagnose anomalies, and triage complex field issues.
Develop, validate , and rapidly deploy OTA software mitigations to resolve field anomalies and continuously improve battery safety and longevity.
Own configuration management, versioning, and release processes to ensure reproducible, auditable, and compliant deliveries.
What you bring:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering , Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a technical related field is required. Master's degree or higher education is preferred.
7+ years of experience in the field of BMS development or Energy Storage Systems developing embedded hardware and software for safety-critical, real-time systems
Deep understanding of Battery Management Systems, including cell modeling, state estimation (SoC/ SoH /SOP ), cell balancing, and fault diagnostics
Demonstrated ability to translate high-level system requirements into low-level embedded hardware and software requirements
Proficiency with requirement management process and experience with using at least one requirement management tool such as JAMA, Polarion , or 3DX
Proven experience with cross-functional software integration, configuration management, and automated Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing frameworks
Proficiency analyzing large-scale vehicle telemetry data (Python, SQL, or MATLAB/Simulink) to drive engineering decisions
Ways to stand out:
Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering methodology and tools such as Cameo , System Composer, etc.
Experience shipping OTA update pipelines for embedded/automotive systems at fleet scale
Hands-on experience with MATLAB/Simulink model-based design and auto-code generation for real-time targets
Familiarity with functional safety standards (ISO 26262/ASIL) and automotive cybersecurity (ISO 21434)
Experience with vehicle communication protocols and measurement data (CAN, CAN-FD, UDS, and isoSPI )
Familiarity with AUTOSAR architecture and its application in modern automotive software platforms
Experience with data pipelines and fleet-analytics tooling for anomaly detection and root-cause analysis
Proficiency in git tools and CI/CD for embedded software and automated regression testing
Salary Range : The compensation range for this position is specific to the locations listed below and is the range Lucid reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; and other relevant business and organizational factors.
Base Pay Range (Annual) $164,600 — $241,450 USD
Compensation & Benefits: Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays, paid sick leave; and a 401(k) retirement plan. Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off, and salaried/exempt employee accrue up to 160 hours paid time off. Eligible employees may also participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, are determined based on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results, in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.
Equal Opportunity: At Lucid, we believe diversity strengthens everything we build. Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal laws and regulations.
Accessibility: Lucid Motors is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need any accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at TA-Operations lucidmotors.com . This email address is designated solely for accommodation requests and is not monitored for job applications or resume submissions. To be considered for employment, all applications must be submitted through the Lucid Motors Careers website.
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