Senior Automotive Hardware Design Engineer - Audio
(Hardware Engineering Semiconductor/Chip domain)
Location : Bangalore
Job Description
Responsible to drive the HW architecture and component selection/decision for the next generation automotive audio system.
The main job responsibilities will include but not limited to:
- Specialized in selecting and recommending next generation semiconductor solution for automotive audio, circuit/PCB designing and developing the electronic components and systems that power car audio systems, ensuring high-quality sound and seamless integration with vehicle technology.
- This role involves working closely with vehicle Architecture/system Design, safety engineer & Buyer/purchasing ensuring that the chosen components meet the performance, reliability, and cost requirements of the applications.
- Technical expertise in recommending and proposing the right electronic audio components not limited to Audio amplifiers, Microphone interface/Audio ADC, Audio DSP, Audio power circuitry/PMIC, Speaker interface, Digital audio interfaces (A2B, Ethernet, etc), working knowledge on ANC (Active noise cancellation) and RNC (Road noise cancellation) design.
- Familiarity with relevant automotive safety and quality standards, such as ISO 26262 and AEC-Q100.
- Experience with acoustic measurement instruments, Familiar with audio data acquisition, analysis systems and Audio Precision.
- Work proactively with silicon vendor partners to drive design features and technology road map.
- Support HW Engineering group during advanced design phases, system architecture definitions and ECU development / Qualifications.
- Ability to collaborate and work with global team spread across different regions and time zones.
Basic Qualifications
- Minimum 3-6 years of experience in automotive embedded electronics designs or hardware/system architectural role.
- Knowledge of In-vehicle infotainment system, Audio system, Automotive vehicle connectivity systems and ECU design, development, and testing.
- Experience in Automotive ECU design, Audio standards, automotive testing and certification.
- Strong teamwork spirit, excellent oral and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in automotive area (OEM, TIER1, TIER2)
- Experience in In-vehicle infotainment system, Audio system, Automotive vehicle connectivity systems and ECU design.
- Understanding and knowledge of Board software/Bring up software, Audio DSP and MCUs.
- Knowledge of safety standards including ISO 26262, Euro NAP, and Security regulations would be a plus.
