--- title: 'OS Tools Software Engineer at 42dot' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/os-tools-software-engineer-42dot-warsaw-y0negevhpgjd' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-09' --- # OS Tools Software Engineer at 42dot - **Company:** [42dot](https://feeny.ai/companies/42dot) - **Location:** Warsaw, Poland - **Employment:** full-time - **Posted:** 2026-05-29 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-09 - **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/42dot/2b5a9e26-853d-4131-a11e-123aa2ba9139/application **Skills:** C, C++, Linux system software development, Distributed computing, GRPC, Protobufs, SomeIP, DDS, Rust, ROS2, Containerized environments, Vehicle API, Hardware signals simulation, Model based design, SIL, HIL, InfluxDB, Prometheus, Grafana, Tableau > Develop and implement tools for Vehicle OS, including messaging monitoring and emulation systems, using C, C++, and Linux. Collaborate on distributed computing frameworks to support autonomous driving platforms. ## Job description ## WE ARE LOOKING FOR THE BEST ## ABOUT US 42dot is a mobility AI company committed to solving mobility challenges with software and AI. As the Global Software Center of Hyundai Motor Group, 42dot pioneers the future of mobility by advancing the development of software-defined vehicles. We develop safety-first, user-centric software-defined vehicle technologies that deliver the latest performance through continuous updates like smartphones. By advancing software and AI technology, 42dot envisions a world where everything is connected and moves autonomously through a self-managing urban transportation operating system. ## Overview Join our dynamic team as a seasoned System Software Engineer, where you'll play a pivotal role in revolutionizing vehicle computing systems! Your expertise will be the driving force behind developing cutting-edge tools for distributed messaging systems, a key element in our trailblazing autonomous driving platform. As an OS Tool Software Engineer, you'll spearhead the enhancement of both developer and production environments, contributing to our groundbreaking Software Defined Vehicle OS (SDV OS). This is your chance to be at the forefront of automotive innovation, shaping the future of autonomous driving with us! ## Role and Responsibilities - Specify, design, and implement functionality and User Experience of tools for Vehicle OS such as messaging monitoring tool, messaging recording/replay tool, Vehicle emulator. - Work with messaging systems based on Data Distribution Service (DDS) spec (https://www.omg.org/omg-dds-portal/) - Be responsible for the software and tools for the vehicle of the future ## Qualifications, Experience and Skills - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, equivalent practical experience - Good command of C and C++ - Experience with or willingness to learn Rust - Experience in Linux system software development, including distributed computing - Understanding of distributed computing systems (set-up, usage, development) - Familiarity with some modern distributed protocols or frameworks such as GRPC, Protobufs, SomeIP, DDS - Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a team - Fluent English ## Preferred Qualifications - Experience working with DDS or ROS2 - Proficiency in Rust programming - Working experience with containerized environments - Knowledge and experience in automotive products, especially Vehicle API - Hardware signals simulation, model based design (SIL, HIL, etc.) - Working experience with multi-site, multi-national and multi-contributor teams. - Other technologies of interest: time series databases (InfluxDB, Prometheus), analytics platform (Grafana, Tableau) Interview Process - Application Review - Coding Test - 1st interview - 2nd interview - Offer Negotiation - Hiring - The screening procedures may vary depending on the position, schedule, or other circumstances. You will be individually notified of the screening schedule and results via the email address provided in your application. Additional Information - In accordance with fair hiring practices, do not include any personal information unrelated to your job qualifications (e.g., Social Security Number, family relations, marital status, age, photo, physical condition, place of birth, etc.) in your resume. - All documents must be submitted in PDF format and under 30MB in size. - If you experience issues uploading your resume, please send it along with the job posting URL to recruit@42dot.ai. - 42dot does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not pay fees for any such submissions. Equal Opportunity Statement - 42dot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. ※ Please review the following information before applying. - How to work in 42dot, About 42dot Way → https://42dot.ai/careers/way ## About 42dot ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: 42dot is a mobility AI company building software‑defined vehicles (SDV), autonomous driving platforms, and AI‑powered mobility services, operating as the global software center for Hyundai Motor Group. - **Entity Type**: Private (subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Company; acquired in 2022) - **Headquarters**: Seongnam‑si, Gyeonggi‑do, South Korea (also offices in Sunnyvale, USA and Warsaw, Poland) - **Founded**: 2019 (originally named CODE42.ai) - **Founders**: Not publicly available ## Core Business - **Primary industries**: Automotive, Mobility, Artificial Intelligence, Software‑Defined Vehicle (SDV), Autonomous Driving - **Target customers**: B2B (Hyundai Motor Group, OEMs, fleet operators); B2C (via the TAP! autonomous mobility platform) - **Mission / purpose**: “We envision a world where everything is connected and moves autonomously through a self‑managing urban transportation operating system.” [42dot.ai](https://www.42dot.ai/) ## Products & Services - **Software‑Defined Vehicle (SDV)**: Core technology that enables continuous over‑the‑air updates and data‑driven services, turning vehicles into programmable platforms. [42dot.ai](https://www.42dot.ai/) - **Autonomous EV (AEV)**: Autonomous electric vehicles developed with SDV technology for safer, new mobility experiences. [42dot.ai](https://www.42dot.ai/) - **TAP! (Autonomous Mobility Platform)**: A unified platform for autonomous ride‑hailing and shuttle services, aimed at popularizing autonomous mobility. [42dot.ai](https://www.42dot.ai/) - **42dot LLM**: A large language model for Korean‑English integrated understanding, built on proprietary data and infrastructure, outperforming comparable‑sized models. [42dot.ai](https://www.42dot.ai/) - **Data Platform**: Connects vehicle, road, and transportation data to enable smart mobility services. [42dot.ai](https://www.42dot.ai/) - **Fleet Management & On‑Demand Shuttle**: Services for efficient fleet operation and demand‑responsive transportation. [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/code42ai) ## Market Standing - **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private subsidiary) - **Key Metric (Total Funding)**: ~$458.72M raised to date across multiple rounds (conflicting reports indicate a much higher figure – LinkedIn lists $501.4B, likely a data error). [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/code42ai) / [kr.linkedin.com](https://kr.linkedin.com/company/42dot) - **Notable Investors / Partners**: Hyundai Motor Company, Kia Motors, POSCO Capital, Shinhan Financial Group, WE Ventures. Hyundai Motor Company acquired 42dot in August 2022 for ~$349M. [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/code42ai) - **Growth Signals**: - **Employees**: ~506 (as of early 2026), monthly headcount growth of +1.1%. [kr.linkedin.com](https://kr.linkedin.com/company/42dot) - **Job postings**: 105 active openings; quarterly job growth +18%. [kr.linkedin.com](https://kr.linkedin.com/company/42dot) - **Global footprint**: Offices in South Korea, USA, Poland, Vietnam, Thailand, Australia. [kr.linkedin.com](https://kr.linkedin.com/company/42dot) - **Patents**: 51 filed, covering autonomous cars, neural networks, and automotive technologies. [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/code42ai) ## Competitive Advantages - **Hyundai Motor Group Backing**: Full integration with a top‑5 global automaker provides resources, manufacturing capability, and a ready market for SDV and autonomous technologies. - **End‑to‑End SDV Stack**: Owns the full stack from vehicle E/E architecture and OS to cloud platform and AI models (42dot LLM), enabling rapid iteration and differentiation. - **Proprietary AI & Data**: In‑house large language model and data platform give a unique edge in mobility AI. - **First‑Mover in Korean Autonomous Mobility**: TAP! platform positions 42dot to lead the domestic autonomous ride‑hailing market. ## Strategic Focus - Accelerate the transition to software‑defined vehicles across Hyundai Group. - Scale TAP! autonomous mobility services to achieve mass adoption. - Deepen AI capabilities (LLM, active learning, perception) for both vehicle and fleet intelligence. - Expand global engineering presence (Poland, USA) to attract top talent and serve international markets. ## Why Work Here - **Mission‑driven**: Work on the future of mobility – SDV, autonomous driving, and AI – at the intersection of automotive and software. - **Hybrid / Remote Flexibility**: Some roles are listed as “Remote or Hybrid”; many positions at the South Korea HQ are in‑office, while offices in Sunnyvale and Warsaw offer hybrid options. [builtin.com](https://builtin.com/company/42dot) - **Employee Sentiment**: Employer rating of **3.9 / 5.0** on LinkedIn (24 reviews), with compensation at 3.6, culture at 3.5, and work‑life balance at 3.4. [kr.linkedin.com](https://kr.linkedin.com/company/42dot) - **Engineering Culture**: Heavy technical workforce (>34% engineers), with talent from top firms like Hyundai Motor, Samsung, Naver, and Kakao. - **Growth Opportunities**: Rapidly expanding engineering team (18% quarterly job increase), global exposure, and chances to work on cutting‑edge AI and automotive tech. ## Sources 1. [42dot.ai](https://www.42dot.ai/) 2. [42dot.ai Company page](https://42dot.ai/company) 3. [builtin.com – 42dot Careers & Culture](https://builtin.com/company/42dot) 4. [kr.linkedin.com – 42dot Company Profile](https://kr.linkedin.com/company/42dot) 5. 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