We are Aptiv - a global technology company with 190,000 specialists in 46 countries. We develop innovative software and build the hardware to bring autonomous driving cars, advanced driver-assistance systems, connected vehicles and smart cities to life in a way that only we can. We work in partnership with almost all car manufacturers. Our sensors, systems and software can already be found in almost all passenger cars today.

With our deep domain expertise, Aptiv is developing solutions that solve our customers' toughest challenges. We are enabling the transition to software-defined vehicles supported by electrified and intelligently connected architectures – which will combine to power the future of mobility.

Aptiv’s custom silicon management group provides critical custom Silicon for all Aptiv products including Autonomous Driving, ADAS, Infotainment, Zonal Control, and others. This team translates the system requirements of Aptiv’s next-generation products into the SOC/IC requirements and architectural design, then manages the technical performance of external SOC/IC design partners who design the custom silicon SOCs/ICs for use in Aptiv’s products.

Your Role

We are looking for a SoC SW architect to work closely with multiple engineering teams who are focused on the development of Aptiv’s future generation of products.

This role is based in Aptiv’s Cupertino, CA office with option for hybrid or to work remote from anywhere in USA. In your daily job you will:

Collaborate with SoC architects to understand product requirements and define a scalable SoC firmware and software architecture for the family of SoC designs within the platform.

Evaluate various SoC hardware features (e.g., memory map, interrupts, DMA, virtualization, security, functional safety, power management, clock and reset, debug) to ensure seamless[JP1] integration between hardware and software. Facilitate a modular SW architecture that supports OCI containerization, Over-The-Air (OTA) updates, and reusability across multiple SoCs.
Understand firmware and hardware interactions, identify areas for improvement, and drive performance enhancements.
Drive the software architecture of various SOC software frameworks (e.g., power management, multimedia, security, networking, storage, AI, virtualization, FuSa, and HMI) and align it with the Aptiv product team and design partners.
Work with design partners to coordinate and track SoC software deliverables, ensuring timely and successful project completion.

Your Background

Key ingredients for succeeding in this role are your:
Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or equivalent.
8+ years of experience in software development for automotive or other embedded systems.
5+ years of experience in designing the SoC software architecture.
Experience with SoC firmware, Operating System, , SoC software frameworks or boot loader.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or equivalent.
10+ years of experience in software development for automotive or other embedded systems.
7+ years of experience in designing the SoC software architecture.
Experience with Wind River, Linux, or Android operating systems
Experience with Real-Time OS or Safety OS.
Experience with automotive functional safety and cybersecurity
Experience with ARM based Memory and IO virtualization.
Experience with Ethernet and PCIe protocols.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
It’s a plus if you have automotive design experience.

Why join us?

You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.

You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.

You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

Your Benefits at Aptiv:

Private health care effective day 1 of employment
Life and accident insurance
Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, Designated time off, Parental leave)
Relocation assistance may be available
Learning and development opportunities
Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers
Recognition for innovation and excellence
Opportunities to give back to the community
Tuition Reimbursement
Adoption Assistance
Fertility Coverage

Apply today, and together let’s change tomorrow!

Salary Range: $146,000 to $430,000

As a candidate for this position, your salary and will be contingent upon your work experience, education, skills and any other factors Aptiv considers relevant to the hiring decision.

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