Infotainment Architect

Position: Infotainment Architect

Location: Plano, TX (Hybrid)

Position Type: Long Term Contract

Job description

The In-Vehicle Infotainment System Expert will be responsible for leading, executing, and delivering the cross-generation / cross-domain Infotainment program from a technical and architectural perspective.

Responsibilities
• Understanding of end-to-end Infotainment Software Design and Architecture.
• Understanding of cross-domain Integrations and API’s used in communications with the Infotainment Software.
• Triage in-market issues especially cross-domain areas including deep-dive in technical discussions. (specification study, user impact analysis, system architectural review).
• Communicate with quality, factory teams align overall vehicle milestones and address any issue/risk points with countermeasure plan.
• Support on aligning overall vehicle milestones and SW release schedule with stakeholders by collaborating with headquarter in Japan.

Requirements
• 12+ years of total experience
• 3+ years of proven experience in In-Vehicle Infotainment Design and Architecture.
• Experience working on In-Vehicle Infotainment UML/SysML diagrams.
• Experience working on In-Vehicle Infotainment API definitions and reviews.
• 3+ years of proven experience in In-Vehicle Infotainment development.
• Very good understanding of the In-Vehicle Infotainment integrations with other ECU’s (Cluster, Camera etc.).
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and resolve issues promptly.
• Strong understanding of automotive In-Vehicle Infotainment related hardware and software stacks.
• Expert on PowerPoint and strong presentation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills; ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders
• Ability to work in fast-paced teams with quick decision making.
• Possess strong technical and product management skills to communicate and drive suppliers / stakeholders

Nice to Haves
• Japanese language skill
• Executive reporting experience