Key Responsibilities

• Define and develop end-to-end system architecture for software deployment solutions across onboard and offboard vehicle ecosystems.
• Lead the architecture and design of Remote Software Download (Over-the-Air/OTA) and connectivity services to ensure reliable software delivery and vehicle uptime.
• Collaborate with system architects and engineering teams to establish robust technical solutions and architectural roadmaps.
• Analyze business and technical requirements from Production, Aftermarket, and Development organizations, and translate them into comprehensive technical concepts.
• Drive technical discussions and facilitate alignment among cross-functional stakeholders.
• Present and anchor proposed architectural concepts in governance and architecture review forums for approval.
• Document system architecture, technical concepts, design decisions, and decision logs to support future development and maintenance.
• Provide technical leadership in areas involving ambiguity or evolving requirements by applying deep domain expertise and sound engineering judgment.
• Execute assigned architectural activities in accordance with project plans, organizational processes, and technical directives.
• Take ownership and accountability for deliverables while proactively identifying technical risks and recommending mitigation strategies.
• Support implementation teams by providing architectural guidance and ensuring compliance with defined system architecture.
• Foster collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement within the architecture and engineering community.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 12 years of relevant experience in automotive software systems, connected vehicle technologies, or embedded software architecture.
• Recognized technical expert in software deployment, connectivity services, and vehicle software lifecycle management.
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with Remote Software Download (OTA – Over-the-Air) technologies and software transfer mechanisms.
• Extensive experience with onboard and offboard systems supporting software deployment and connectivity services.
• Strong understanding of connected vehicle architectures, software update management, diagnostics, and uptime services.
• Proven experience in system architecture, technical concept development, and requirements analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional technical discussions and influence architectural decisions.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and technical documentation skills.
• Self-driven, accountable, and capable of working independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative architecture team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with automotive communication protocols and connected vehicle platforms.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles related to OTA software updates and connected services.
• Familiarity with automotive software development processes, systems engineering methodologies, and industry standards.
• Experience working in Agile and SAFe development environments.
• Exposure to cloud-based backend platforms supporting connected vehicle and OTA services.
• Experience participating in architecture governance boards and technical review committees.