Hardware Design Architect

Stellantis; Paris; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellantis is seeking a senior HW architect to drive the hardware architecture for next-generation automotive computing systems, including IVI, ADAS and HPC platforms. You will select semiconductor solutions, collaborate with vehicle architecture and safety teams, and guide ECU development to ensure performance, reliability and cost targets.

You will bring deep expertise in ARM/RISC-V, memory interfaces, sensors, and embedded systems, working with silicon partners to shape technology roadmaps

Qualifications

• BE/B.Tech or ME/M.Tech in Electrical/Electronics, Telecommunication, or equivalent Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in automotive embedded electronics designs or hardware/system architecture.
• Knowledge/Experience of IVI, Audio system, Automotive vehicle connectivity systems, ADAS/HPC and ECU design, development, and testing.
• Justified experience in ARM 32/64bits architecture, power management, high speed interfaces, memories, data networking (ETH, CAN, LIN).
• Strong teamwork spirit; excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to work independently in a global team environment.

Responsibilities

• Specialized in selecting and recommending next generation semiconductor solution for automotive IVI/ADAS/HPC systems, electronics/ECU designing and developing electronic components and systems.
• Work closely with vehicle Architecture/system Design, safety engineer & Buyer/purchasing ensuring components meet performance, reliability, and cost requirements.
• Provide technical knowledge on Display technology, Cluster technology, Audio amplifiers, MCU/MPU, SIP/SOC, Memories, Microphone interface/Audio ADC, Audio DSP, PMIC, Speaker interface, Digital audio interfaces (A2B, Ethernet) and related areas.
• Familiarity with ISO 26262 and AEC-Q100 safety standards.
• Collaborate with HW Engineering and Semiconductor groups to drive design features and technology roadmaps.

Skills

ARM Architecture

Power management

High-speed interfaces

Memory interfaces

System architecture

IVI/ADAS/HPC

ECU design

Audio DSP

RISC-V

Cyber security

ISO 26262

Education

B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech in Electrical/Electronics, Telecommunication, or equivalent

Tools

Audio Precision

Job description

Build your brand. Tell your story. Take advantage of a rare opportunity to start from the ground up and build something great.

Stellantis is a leading global automaker and mobility provider that offers clean, connected, affordable and safe mobility solutions. Our Company’s strength lies in the breadth of our iconic brand portfolio, the diversity and passion of our people, and our deep roots in the communities in which we operate. Our ambitious electrification and software strategies and the creation of an innovative ecosystem of strategic, game-changing partnerships are driving our transformation to a sustainable mobility tech company.

With industrial operations in nearly 30 countries, Stellantis could consistently exceed the evolving needs and expectations of consumers in more than 130 markets, while creating superior value for all stakeholders.

Job Description:

Responsible to drive the HW architecture and semiconductor component selection/decision for the next generation IVI (In-vehicle infotainment system), Telematics, ADAS, HPC platforms.

The main job responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Specialized in selecting and recommending next generation semiconductor solution for automotive IVI/ADAS/HPC systems, electronics/ECU designing and developing the electronic components and systems that power car IVI/ADAS/HPC systems.
• 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.
• Technical expertise in recommending and proposing the right electronic components not limited to Display technology, Cluster technology, Audio amplifiers, MCU/MPU, SIP/SOC, Memories (UFS, LPDDR, Flash), Microphone interface/Audio ADC, Audio DSP, PMIC, Speaker interface, Digital audio interfaces (A2B, Ethernet), 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, 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.
• Drive the HW architecture decision for the next Stellantis automotive computing system/hardware architecture, taking consideration of key KPIs that deliver scalable, reusable and cost optimized platforms.
• Provide technical expertise in MCU/MPU/SoC Internal Architecture to maximize the ECU Hardware design efficiency/performance in the areas of Body, Propulsion, Chassis, Gateway, Zone, ADAS and Infotainment.
• Provide technical expertise for ARM, RISC-V, HW accelerations, Neural network processing, Video decode/encode, Image processing, Audio processing, Camera & Display, Networking, and advanced memory technologies.
• Provide technical expertise for the best-in-class ISO26262 and Cyber security implementation.
• Support discussions between the HW Engineering and the Semiconductor groups for High level MCU/MPU/SoC specifications for IVI/ADAS/HPC systems.
• Support MCU/MPU/SoC/IVI technology roadmap definitions by regularly providing survey study of relevant industry technologies and chip solutions.
• Collaborate in a Scaled Agile product delivery team, comprised of cross-functional company peers.
• Understand Stellantis Domain team requirements, project milestones, technology relevance.

Basic Qualifications

• B.E/B.Tech or M.E/M.Tech in Electrical/Electronics, Telecommunication, or equivalent Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in automotive embedded electronics designs or hardware/system architecture role.
• Knowledge/Experience of IVI, Audio system, Automotive vehicle connectivity systems, ADAS/HPC and ECU design, development, and testing.
• Justified experience in ARM 32/64bits architecture, power management, high speed interfaces, memories, data networking (ETH, CANxx, LIN).
• Strong teamwork spirit; excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to work independently in a global team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in industrial or automotive
• Experience in RISC-V architecture, AI/ML, hypervisor technologies is a plus.
• Experience in software engineering and software architecture development.
• Knowledge of safety standards including ISO 26262, Euro NAP, and Security regulations.
• Solid understanding of embedded electronics design constraints at the component and system level.
• Understanding and knowledge of Board software, Bring up software, Audio DSP and MCUs.

Critical Character Traits to Ensure Success

• Be curious.
• Ability to think outside-the-box in high pressure situations.
• Ability to multi-task.

At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit and business needs. We welcome applications from people of all gender identities, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation and disability. Diverse teams will allow us to better meet the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.