Electronics Software Architect

JR Italy; Como; In loco; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading automotive software firm in Italy seeks a seasoned Software Architect to design and lead the development of innovative software architecture for automotive systems. The ideal candidate will possess 8-10 years' experience in embedded software architecture, with deep knowledge of Linux and AUTOSAR, ensuring robust and efficient solutions. This role offers competitive compensation and the opportunity to work in a dynamic team environment.

Competenze

• 8–10 years of experience in embedded software architecture within the automotive sector.
• Proven experience in constrained, safety-critical, and real-time environments.

Mansioni

• Designs and documents the software architecture including middleware and services.
• Develops secure inter-process communication between Linux and AUTOSAR components.
• Defines OTA update architecture including partitioning and fallback logic.
• Collaborates with teams to ensure architectural alignment and testability.
• Enforces layered architecture and runtime hardening.

Conoscenze

Embedded Linux software architecture

AUTOSAR Classic interfacing

Container technologies (Docker, LxC)

Automotive middleware protocols (MQTT, CAN)

Safety-critical software design

Performance analysis

Fluent in English

Formazione

Degree in Computer or Electronic Engineering

Descrizione del lavoro

Role PurposeDesign and lead the development of a concrete, modular, and secure software architecture for the TCU, effectively integrating the provided Yocto Linux OS with AUTOSAR components. This role ensures system robustness, module interoperability, and operational efficiency, with a strong focus on OTA updates, IPC, performance, and security.Key Accountabilities and Decision OwnershipSW Architecture Definition: Designs and documents the software architecture, including middleware, containers, HAL, services, and application layers.IPC Design: Develops secure and efficient inter-process communication between Linux and AUTOSAR components.OTA & Updates: Defines the OTA update architecture, including A/B partitioning, fallback logic, and bootloader integration.Integration & Alignment: Collaborates across Linux, software development, security, and integration teams to ensure architectural alignment and testability.Applied Best Practices: Enforces layered architecture, embedded microservices, secure boot, and runtime hardening.Performance Optimization: Provides architectural direction to improve boot time, CPU/memory usage, and timing.Core Competencies, Knowledge, and ExperienceEmbedded Platforms and Automotive Standards:Embedded Linux software architecture (Yocto-based or similar).AUTOSAR Classic interfacing (MCU).Familiarity with ISO 26262, ISO 21434, Automotive SPICE, and IATF 16949.Containerization and Middleware:Practical experience with container technologies in automotive contexts (Docker, LxC).Automotive middleware protocols (MQTT, CAN, LIN, CAN-FD, Automotive Ethernet).System Design and Optimization:Safety-critical and real-time software design.Performance analysis (memory footprint, timing, boot time).Leadership and Collaboration:Technical mentoring and hands-on problem-solving.Fluent in English for technical coordination and supplier management.Must-Have Technical / Professional QualificationsDegree in Computer or Electronic Engineering.8–10 years of experience in embedded software architecture within the automotive sector.Proven experience in constrained, safety-critical, and real-time environments.