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We are the automotive software company of the Volkswagen Group.
Software Architect, Infotainment
Location
California
Posted
54 days ago
Salary
$78 - $102 / hour
Seniority
Lead
Job Description
Software Architect, Infotainment
CARIAD
• Translate the architectural vision and platform principles into system and software architecture design specifications and integration blueprints • Define and maintain system decomposition, component responsibilities, and inter-process communication interfaces • Drive the evaluation and adoption of technologies that support modularity, reusability, and scalability • Serve as the technical lead for complex design and integration challenges across software, hardware, and vehicle network layers • Review and validate design proposals from development teams for technical soundness and architectural alignment • Lead technical deep dives and design reviews across functional areas such as Applications, SW platform and Hardware • Ensure seamless interaction and data exchange between IIX subsystems and adjacent vehicle domains • Collaborate with Systems Engineering and Delivery Units to align architecture deliverables with project milestones • Support integration readiness by identifying dependencies, risks, and optimization opportunities early in the lifecycle • Provide hands-on guidance during system bring-up, debugging, and performance tuning phases • Partner with cross-functional teams including Brand Engineering, Systems Engineering, and Security to align technical decisions with product and compliance goals • Engage with Tier 1 suppliers and technology vendors to ensure interoperability and adherence to interface specifications • Contribute to cross-brand forums and architecture working groups to promote standardization and knowledge sharing • Serve as a mentor and technical resource for engineers and architects, fostering growth within the architecture team • Support the definition and enforcement of architecture review processes, design quality gates, and compliance checklists • Identify and mitigate technical risks related to performance, scalability, safety, and maintainability • Ensure solutions comply with relevant safety and regulatory standards (ISO 26262, UNECE R155/R156) • Contribute to maintaining architectural traceability from requirements to implementation and validation • Monitor emerging technologies in embedded systems, Android OS, and connected car ecosystems • Propose improvements to architecture methodologies, tools, and documentation standards • Contribute to capability-building efforts by developing reusable design assets and best practices • Foster a culture of technical excellence and innovation within the architecture and engineering community
Job Requirements
- Minimum 10 years of professional experience in software and system architecture design
- Proven experience architecting and delivering Android-based IVI or digital cockpit solutions in production vehicles
- Strong technical expertise in Android Automotive, Linux, and/or QNX platforms, including OS internals, middleware layers, and system integration
- Deep understanding of hypervisor technology, system decomposition, interface design, and inter-process communication
- Hands-on experience resolving cross-system performance, stability, and reliability challenges
- Solid understanding of infotainment domains such as Application Frameworks, Connectivity, Audio/Video pipelines, Graphic, Carplay & Android Auto
- Familiarity with safety, security, and diagnostics standards in automotive systems
- Ability to influence technical decisions across diverse engineering and supplier teams
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible work hours
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
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