Project Role : Custom Software Engineering Lead

Project Role Description : Own the technical direction and architecture of custom software solutions, leading teams through design and delivery. Set development standards and ensure code quality, scalability, and performance aligned to business objectives.

Must have skills : Automotive Digital Cockpit Solutions

Good to have skills : NA

Minimum 5 Year(s) Of Experience Is Required

Educational Qualification : BE BTech or ME MTech in Electronics Electrical Computer Science Information Technology or Automotive Engineering 15 years fulltime education required

Summary:

As a Custom Software Engineering Lead, a typical day involves overseeing the technical direction and architectural design of bespoke software solutions tailored to specific requirements. This role includes guiding teams through the entire development lifecycle, from initial design concepts to final delivery. The position requires ensuring that development practices meet high standards for code quality, scalability, and performance, all while aligning with the broader business goals. Collaboration with various stakeholders and continuous evaluation of technical approaches are integral parts of the daily routine to drive successful project outcomes.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Lead architecture and implementation of cockpit application suites including media navigation phone cluster virtual gauges HUD projections and settings applications
Define application frameworks and design patterns such as MVVM Clean Architecture and MVP for scalable maintainable cockpit software across OEM and Tier 1 programs
Drive integration of cockpit applications with AAOS VHAL Car Service APIs middleware layers and vehicle CAN and SOMEIP data sources
Lead cockpit application development teams through design reviews code reviews and technical mentoring sessions
Collaborate with client UX teams to translate design prototypes from Figma and SketchUp into production HMI applications that meet JAMA distraction guidelines
Optimize rendering performance with smooth animations low latency touch response and effective thermal management for extended use
Implement multi display cockpit architectures with synchronized content across cluster center stack IVI and HUD using distributed display or virtual display technologies
Ensure compliance with automotive HMI regulatory requirements including JAMA MF0001 SAE J2364 ISO 15008 and NHTSA distraction guidelines
Lead defect resolution for critical cockpit software issues identified during HIL integration client testing and field trials
Mentor junior engineers in cockpit application design patterns Qt and AAOS architecture and ASPICE documentation best practices
Contribute to technical RFP responses and capability demonstrations for new digital cockpit program engagements.

Professional & Technical Skills:

Must Have Strong proficiency in Java Kotlin Android and C Plus Plus Qt QML with production HMI application development experience in the cockpit domain
Must Have In depth AAOS expertise including VHAL interaction Car Service API Car Property Manager system application development and platform customization
Must Have Strong Qt and QML experience including C Plus Plus backend integration property binding abstract list model animation framework and rendering pipeline
Must Have Experience with MVVM and MVP application architecture patterns and dependency injection using Hilt Koin and QML Singleton
Must Have Hands on experience with multi display and multizone cockpit development on AAOS including passenger display cluster and rear seat systems
Must Have Performance optimization expertise be including GPU profiling memory management and rendering pipeline tuning
Must Have Experience with Bluetooth and WiFi connectivity stacks and media framework integration in AAOS
Good to Have Experience with AI powered cockpit features including context aware user interfaces in cabin monitoring integration and predictive navigation
Good to Have Knowledge of COVESA VSS and vehicle data abstraction services for cockpit application integration
Good to Have Familiarity with cloud connected cockpit features including OTA content updates remote personalization and fleet analytics
Good to Have Exposure to augmented reality HUD application development using AR Core or OEM specific AR rendering frameworks
Good to Understand ISO 26262 ASIL A and ASIL B implications for safety relevant cockpit displays including cluster warnings speed displays and HUD systems

Additional Information:

The candidate should have minimum six to 10 years of experience in Digital Cockpit / Automotive Infotainment in SDV domain.
This position is based at our Pune office.
A BE BTech or ME MTech in Electronics Electrical Computer Science Information Technology or Automotive Engineering 15 years fulltime education required is necessary.