Software Architect

SHAPE THE FUTURE OF MOBILITY FROM DAY ONE.

This position is part of our Advanced Safety & User Experience segment in Troy, MI.

Job Summary:

The Software Architect is responsible for the software design and for the delivery of all technical aspects of software architecture into the product design. You’ll work with major OEMs and a talented global Aptiv team to deliver automotive ECU’s leveraging technologies such as embedded microprocessors (including multi-core), using Real-Time OS, and CAN/LIN protocols, along with a large array of IO hardware signals.

Your Role:

• Lead the software architecture planning, design and implementation – in particular:Develop and implement architecture and verification planAnalyze and determine critical system resource budgets across the systemDrive and conduct design and code reviewsAdvise project and program management in planningTechnical leadership and oversight of the SCRUM teamsAllocate software functionality to components
• Work with Product Development and Product Strategy teams to create software products containing required features and modifications.
• Collaborate with system team to review determine customer requirements and component interface specifications
• Establish technical interfaces with key customer stakeholders to discuss, understand, describe, and document customer requirements.
• Drive decisions regarding the software / hardware architecture
• Support new program and change request estimations and quotations
• Drive architecture decision across 4 global sites working on AS&UX product lines.

Your Background:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering discipline (computer science, software, computer or related field of study)
• 8+ years of experience in the embedded software industry
• Experience with formal UML architectural design tools such as Enterprise Architect
• Good knowledge in field or software engineering and embedded systems architecture (HW/SW)
• Experience with Operating Systems/RTOS (e.g. Linux, QNX / OSEK) or applicable for automotive systems

Additional Background Preferences:

• Master degree in Electronics or Computer Science / Electronics or related
• 12+ years of experience in the embedded software industry
• Experience with Active Safety systems or Autonomous driving systems
• Working knowledge of AUTOSAR
• Experience with low level drivers - SPI, I2C, and/or Ethernet drivers
• Experience with developing SW on Renesas/Infineon/Freescale 16/32 bit microcontrollers
• Experience with vehicle protocols - CAN, LIN, Flex Ray, Ethernet
• Familiarity with Automotive SPICE
• Local residency with ability to work on site

Aptiv Rewards and Advantages

• Competitive compensation with bonus potential
• Learning and development opportunities
• Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers
• Recognition for innovation and excellence
• Opportunities to give back to the community
• Meaningful work that makes a difference in the world
• Relocation assistance may be available
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Parental leave, etc.)
• Fertility assistance

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