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Michael Page International Italia S.r.l.
Electronics System Architect
Job summary
A leading automotive company in Varese, Italy is seeking an experienced architect to define and lead the end-to-end architecture for Telematic Control Units (TCU). The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree, extensive automotive experience, and proficiency in safety-critical systems. Responsibilities include architectural design, documentation, and interface management with stakeholders. This position requires strong technical problem-solving abilities and knowledge of automotive standards.
Qualifications
- Minimum 8–10 years in automotive ECU/TCU architecture roles.
- Fluent in written and spoken English.
- Familiarity with automotive standards: ISO 26262, ISO 21434.
Responsibilities
- Lead the technical design of MCU/MPU and system functional breakdown.
- Produce detailed system documents and architectural diagrams.
- Manage external technical interface with stakeholders.
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Define and lead the evolution of the end-to-end architecture for the Telematic Control Unit (TCU), ensuring technical consistency between functional requirements, hardware/software constraints, and safety (ISO 26262) and cybersecurity (ISO 21434) goals. This role has a direct impact on the technical feasibility and efficiency of the electronics platform through concrete, documented, and traceable system design.
Key accountabilities and decision ownership:
- Architectural Definition: Leads the technical design of MCU/MPU, interfaces, communication flows, and system functional breakdown.
- Requirements Allocation: Maps system requirements to hardware components, software modules, networks, and interfaces.
- External Interface Management: Acts as the main technical contact for external stakeholders (OEMs, Tier-1s, Yocto vendors).
- Design Documentation: Produces detailed system documents, architectural diagrams, and functional allocation.
- Safety & Cybersecurity Integration: Collaborates with safety/cyber teams to integrate ASIL, TARA, secure partitioning.
- Technology Support: Provides input on Make/Buy decisions and integration of RTOS, Yocto, AUTOSAR, V2X, BLE.
- Constraint Management: Resolves technical challenges related to CPU, memory, power, and performance constraints.
Core competencies, knowledge and experience:
- Systemic approach to ECU/TCU architecture.
- Hands-on experience with automotive SoCs (e.g., NXP i.MX8).
- Proficiency in RTOS, AUTOSAR, Yocto Linux.
- Professional use of UML/SysML, Enterprise Architect.
- Knowledge of V2X, CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet communications.
- Experience in safety-critical (ISO 26262) and cybersecurity (ISO 21434) systems.
- Strong cross-functional collaboration and technical problem-solving skills.
Must have technical / professional qualifications:
• Master's degree in Electronics, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 8–10 years in automotive ECU/TCU architecture roles.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Familiarity with automotive standards: ISO 26262, ISO 21434, IATF 16949, Automotive SPICE and Regulations UN 155.
• Hands-on experience in safety- and security-regulated development environments.
* The salary benchmark is based on the target salaries of market leaders in their relevant sectors. It is intended to serve as a guide to help Premium Members assess open positions and to help in salary negotiations. The salary benchmark is not provided directly by the company, which could be significantly higher or lower.
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