Sr Software Development Engineer - On-Highway vehicles
Curtiss Wright
US-IL-Arlington Heights (Arens) · Posted November 4, 2026
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About the job
Sr Software Development Engineer – On-Highway Vehicles
As we continue to grow, our Industrial Division is looking for a Sr Software Development Engineer to join our Software Engineering team in the Chicago area.
LOCATION : Arlington Heights, IL (Chicago area)
SALARY : $100,000 - $130,000 plus bonus.
Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.
BENEFITS:
We Take Care of Our People
Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture *
YOUR CHALLENGE:
As a member of the Software Engineering team at our Arlington Heights, IL business, you will be challenged to help design, document and test embedded software for safety critical on-highway applications. You will have the opportunity to work closely with hardware and software engineers.
Design and develop software test plans and perform and document the testing of embedded code.
Documentation according to APQP / ASPICE standards
Develop, perform and document system test cases
Work closely with other software and hardware engineers to develop quotes and new products
Interface with customers
WHAT YOU BRING:
Electrical Engineering or Computer Science degree
Minimum of 4-5 years of embedded software development experience.
Strong proficiency in C, C++, debugger usage, and emulation tools.
Ability to develop embedded solutions for quick prototyping, concept demonstration and as well as delivering quality embedded products to customers.
Fast technical learner with demonstrated proficiency in multitasking and communicating effectively with others in a collaborative team environment.
Experience in automotive embedded software and CAN bus
IBM ELM including Doors experience a plus
Automotive Cyber Security per ISO21434 and functional safety per ISO26262
UDS implementation
CAN Analyzer hand on experience
WHO WE ARE:
Our Values
Environmental, Social and Governance
Curtiss-Wright Industrial Division, which includes the legacy brands of Arens Controls, Penny Giles, PG Drives Technology and Williams Controls, is an excellent supplier in providing components and sub-systems which enable customer specific solutions for on- and off-highway vehicles. These include medium and heavy-duty trucks, buses and motor coaches, construction and agricultural vehicles, materials handling, and other specialty vehicles, as well as sophisticated wheelchairs and scooters for medical mobility.
We are a world leading provider of joystick controllers, electronic throttle controls, transmission shifters, sensors and integrated sub-systems for commercial off-highway equipment, commercial trucks and buses, so helping to address the long-term trend towards attaining higher fuel efficiency and lower emissions. We also supply operator controls and advanced motor controllers for hybrid and electric vehicles, such as buses, forklift trucks, pallet stackers, wheelchairs and rehabilitation chairs.
To learn more, please visit us: https://industrial.curtisswright.com/
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Compliance Statement
This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.
Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.
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