Functional Safety Architect (m/f/d)

NXT Talent Studio; Dadri; On-site; INR 2,800,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working models

Professional development opportunities

Retirement plans

Job summary

NXT Talent Studio is seeking a Senior Functional Safety Architect to lead safety concepts across IP, SoC, and system levels for next-gen automotive MCU products.

You will drive safety analyses, audits, and customer integration efforts within a global competence center, leveraging 10–15+ years of automotive safety expertise. English proficiency is essential for international collaboration.

Qualifications

• 10–15+ years in Automotive Functional Safety or system-level safety architecture.
• Experience in FSC and TSC across multiple product developments.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 26262 and IEC 61508 standards.
• Proficient in safety analyses and relevant tools.
• Excellent English communication for international collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Define and release product safety concepts across IP, SoC, and system levels.
• Oversee safety analyses and audit support for safety compliance.
• Support customer integration of safety solutions.
• Collaborate within a global competence center.

Skills

Safety analysis (FTA, DFA, FMEA)

ISO 26262 / IEC 61508 knowledge

English proficiency

Structured, independent workstyle

Safety audits & assessments

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electronics/Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering

Tools

Fault Injection Verification Tools

Job description

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Functional Safety Architect (m/f/d) – Semiconductor & Automotive Industry

We are seeking an experienced Senior Functional Safety Architect on behalf of our client, a global semiconductor manufacturer specializing in embedded connectivity and automotive solutions. In this role within the Functional Safety Competence Center, you will be responsible for defining, developing, and releasing functional safety concepts across IP, System, and SoC levels for next-generation automotive microcontroller (MCU) products.

Our client designs semiconductor solutions for connected vehicle applications, including in-vehicle networking, automotive lighting, radar, and power management. This position covers the entire safety lifecycle from safety analyses to compliance verification and audit support.

Key Responsibilities

• Definition and release of the product safety concept and safety context.
• Oversight of safety analyses maturity, schedules, and work product compliance with ISO 26262 or IEC 61508 at IP, SoC, and system levels.
• Execution and evaluation of qualitative and quantitative safety analyses, as well as fault injection experiments on IPs.
• Technical support during internal and external Safety Audits and Assessments.
• Customer support regarding the integration and deployment of safety solutions.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience: 10–15+ years of experience in Automotive Functional Safety or system-level safety architecture (Tier-1 supplier experience is an advantage).
• Safety Concepts: Proven experience in at least 4 safety-compliant product developments, including Functional Safety Concepts (FSC) and Technical Safety Concepts (TSC).
• Analytical Methods: Strong proficiency in safety analysis techniques (FTA, DFA, FMEA, FMEDA) and relevant software tools.
• Standards: In-depth understanding of hardware development processes according to ISO 26262 and/or IEC 61508.
• Languages: Professional working proficiency in English (written and spoken) for international technical collaboration.
• Work Style: Structured, independent approach with practical experience in safety audits and assessments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Automotive MCU architectures.
• Background in semiconductor development functions (IP Design, Verification, DFT, Physical Implementation, or Methodology).
• Hands-on experience with Fault Injection Verification and complex ISO 26262 / IEC 61508 compliant IP development.

What Is Offered

• Collaboration & Culture: Direct decision-making channels within an international technical competence center.
• Work Environment: Flexible working models and modern equipment for productive work.
• Compensation & Benefits: Competitive compensation package alongside company benefits and retirement plans.
• Professional Development: Structured online and offline training opportunities for continuous technical and professional growth.
• Corporate Responsibility: A working environment committed to sustainability, equality, and inclusion.

Equal Opportunity & Diversity

We and our client believe in the power of diversity and foster an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic or social origin, religion or beliefs, disability, age, or sexual orientation and identity. Your qualifications and expertise in Functional Safety are what matter most to us.