At a Glance
- Tasks: Reverse engineer vehicle software and develop innovative tools for automotive technology.
- Company: Join a specialist automotive engineering team with a passion for cutting-edge technology.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus scheme, healthcare, and 25 days holiday.
- Other info: Opportunities for travel, visa sponsorship, and career development.
- Why this job: Dive deep into modern vehicle ECUs and tackle complex technical challenges.
- Qualifications: 4+ years in software reverse engineering and strong programming skills.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
We are looking for a curious, technically driven Vehicle Software Engineer to join a specialist automotive engineering team working across ECU reverse engineering, calibration research, embedded tooling and tuning development. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on engineer who enjoys complex technical challenges, working at a low level with vehicle software, and turning analysis into practical solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Reverse engineer automotive binary files and analyse firmware using IDA Pro and/or Ghidra.
- Investigate ECM/TCM/PCM behaviour, calibration tables, tuning parameters and map-switching logic.
- Work with TriCore, PowerPC and multicore automotive architectures.
- Develop tools, scripts and automation using C/C++, C# and Python.
- Work with CAN, UDS, CCP/XCP and KWP2000.
- Use automotive programming, flashing, diagnostics, data logging and calibration tools.
- Research and develop software/hardware access methods for modern vehicle control modules.
- Contribute to engineering projects, document technical findings and support junior engineers where required.
About You
You’ll ideally have 4+ years experience in software reverse engineering, embedded systems, automotive electronics or a related discipline. You should have:
- Strong assembly language and embedded systems knowledge.
- Hands-on experience with IDA Pro and/or Ghidra.
- Strong C/C++, C# and Python programming skills.
- Experience with automotive communications, diagnostics and ECU tooling.
- A structured, analytical approach and the ability to work independently.
- A resilient, tenacious and curious mindset, with a genuine passion for solving difficult technical problems.
- Experience in automotive tuning, calibration, diagnostics, flashing or data logging would be highly advantageous.
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary and bonus scheme
- Pension and healthcare package
- Life insurance
- 25 days' UK holiday plus bank holidays
- Technical training and career development
- Opportunity to travel to the US headquarters
- Visa sponsorship available for suitable candidates
- Relocation support available for overseas candidates
If you’re an engineer who loves understanding what really happens inside a modern vehicle ECU, and you want to work on challenging automotive technology at a deep technical level, this could be the opportunity for you.
Vehicle Software Engineer - ECU Reverse Engineering in London employer: Gerrell & Hard
Gerrell & Hard is an excellent employer for those looking to make a significant impact in the automotive and motorsport sectors. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, a collaborative work culture, and the flexibility of hybrid working arrangements, we provide our team with the tools and support needed to excel in their roles. Join us to be part of a dynamic environment that values innovation and robust commercial outcomes.
