Cariad, Inc. - Software Architect, Infotainment
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Requirements
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in software and system architecture design, ideally in in infotainment, embedded systems, or consumer electronics domains. • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field • Desired Education • Desired Education • Master’s or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field • Strong leadership and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to drive initiatives and influence change across the organization • Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization • Collaborate and work with multiple and cross functional teams (product teams, engineering systems and validation teams, hardware teams) across geographies and time zones • Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and mitigate complex architectural and system-level risks, including those related to security, safety, and performance • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment • Proven experience architecting and delivering Android-based IVI or digital cockpit solutions in production vehicles. • Strong technical expertise in Android Automotive, Linux, and/or QNX platforms, including OS internals, middleware layers, and system integration. • Deep understanding of hypervisor technology, system decomposition, interface design, and inter-process communication (e.g., Binder, D-Bus). • Hands-on experience resolving cross-system performance, stability, and reliability challenges. • Solid understanding of infotainment domains such as Application Frameworks, Connectivity, Audio/Video pipelines, Graphic, Carplay & Android Auto. • Familiarity with safety, security, and diagnostics standards in automotive systems. • Ability to influence technical decisions across diverse engineering and supplier teams. • Experience working with Volkswagen’s E/E architecture (E3 1.1/1.2) or comparable OEM platform. • Knowledge of vehicle communication protocols (Ethernet, CAN, LIN). • Exposure to OTA update mechanisms, diagnostics frameworks, and ISO 26262 safety design principles. • Prior experience with cloud connectivity or mobile app integration within in-car experiences. • Strong collaboration skills and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments across brands and suppliers. • German language proficiency or experience working within German-based engineering organizations. • Work Flexibility • Work Flexibility • Calls, (virtual) meetings & workshops (overlapping with German/US business hours as needed) to align with leadership and development teams. • Up to 25%. Requires occasional domestic/international travel and extended hours as necessary to meet the demands of the role.
Responsibilities
• Architectural Design and Technical Leadership • Translate the architectural vision and platform principles into system and software architecture design specifications and integration blueprints. • Define and maintain system decomposition, component responsibilities, and inter-process communication interfaces. • Drive the evaluation and adoption of technologies that support modularity, reusability, and scalability. • Serve as the technical lead for complex design and integration challenges across software, hardware, and vehicle network layers. • Review and validate design proposals from development teams for technical soundness and architectural alignment. • System Integration and Cross-Domain Alignment • Lead technical deep dives and design reviews across functional areas such as Applications, SW platform and Hardware. • Ensure seamless interaction and data exchange between IIX subsystems and adjacent vehicle domains. • Collaborate with Systems Engineering and Delivery Units to align architecture deliverables with project milestones. • Support integration readiness by identifying dependencies, risks, and optimization opportunities early in the lifecycle. • Provide hands-on guidance during system bring-up, debugging, and performance tuning phases. • Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement • Partner with cross-functional teams including Brand Engineering, Systems Engineering, and Security to align technical decisions with product and compliance goals. • Engage with Tier 1 suppliers and technology vendors to ensure interoperability and adherence to interface specifications. • Contribute to cross-brand forums and architecture working groups to promote standardization and knowledge sharing. • Serve as a mentor and technical resource for engineers and architects, fostering growth within the architecture team. • Technical Governance and Risk Management • Support the definition and enforcement of architecture review processes, design quality gates, and compliance checklists. • Identify and mitigate technical risks related to performance, scalability, safety, and maintainability. • Ensure solutions comply with relevant safety and regulatory standards (ISO 26262, UNECE R155/R156). • Contribute to maintaining architectural traceability from requirements to implementation and validation. • Innovation and Continuous Improvement • Monitor emerging technologies in embedded systems, Android OS, and connected car ecosystems. • Propose improvements to architecture methodologies, tools, and documentation standards. • Contribute to capability-building efforts by developing reusable design assets and best practices. • Foster a culture of technical excellence and innovation within the architecture and engineering community.
Benefits
• Salary range is dependent on factors such as geographical differentials, credentials or certifications, industry-based experience, qualification and training. The salary range for this position is $78.00 - $102.00.
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