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OpTech

OpTech

Providing niche IT, engineering, healthcare talent.

Automotive Controls Algorithm Engineer

Full-Time
No salary listed
Junior, Mid
Bachelor's, Master's
Warren, MI, USA
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About the job

Requirements
  • A Master's degree with at least 1 year of working experience, or a Bachelor's degree with 3 or more years of working experience, in computer engineering, computer science, or a related field.
  • Strong software development skills in C and C++ for Linux, Microsoft Visual Studio, MATLAB, Python, and similar environments.
  • Knowledge and experience in algorithm and prototype system development.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Experience in porting algorithms in parallel processor environments such as CUDA and OpenMP.
  • Experience in image and signal processing algorithm development and implementation.
  • Demonstrated experience in automotive embedded-system development.
  • Working knowledge of radar, laser, vision, ultrasonic sensing, and vehicle-positioning technologies applied to development, integration, testing, and validation.
Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement solutions for vehicle active-safety applications as an independent and integral member of a team.
  • Develop and debug source code for vehicle-based systems and bench-simulated environments.
  • Perform tests and comparisons of internal and vendor-based active-safety sensing technologies.
  • Work with cross-functional teams.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience in porting algorithms in parallel processor environments such as CUDA and OpenMP.
  • Experience in image and signal processing algorithm development and implementation.
  • Demonstrated experience in automotive embedded-system development.
  • Working knowledge of radar, laser, vision, ultrasonic sensing, and vehicle-positioning technologies applied to development, integration, testing, and validation.

About the company

OpTech is a professional services firm that provides niche talent in information technology, engineering, healthcare, and financial/accounting to Fortune 500 and government clients. It sources and places skilled professionals to support critical technology projects, with capabilities spanning cybersecurity, enterprise architecture, web development, program and project management, risk management, and more. The company differentiates itself through its focus on highly qualified talent, strong client service, global delivery with offices in the US and India, and a reputation for integrity and dedication across banking, manufacturing, insurance, utilities, healthcare, and government sectors. OpTech’s goal is to connect clients with top technology and engineering talent to help them achieve their business objectives while offering rewarding career opportunities for its employees.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Troy, Michigan

Founded

1999

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What believers are saying

  • April 2026 thermal-vacuum testing advanced Caracal toward flight readiness.
  • August 2026 Sterling expansion and TBAeroTech assets increase production capacity.
  • Blue Origin and Space Force references strengthen sales into classified space programs.

What critics are saying

  • Caracal's 2026 flight ties credibility to Blue Origin's Blue Ring schedule.
  • OpTech depends heavily on U.S. Space Force and GEO SDA demand.
  • A failed 2026 integration or launch would damage future defense awards and hiring.

What makes OpTech unique

  • Blue Ring Mission 1 flies OpTech's Caracal in GEO in 2026.
  • OpTech won a $4.5 million Space Force TacRS contract in 2024.
  • August 2026 TBAeroTech asset acquisition adds in-house wire-harness manufacturing and QA.

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