System Architect Embedded Computing Systems

Prodrive Technologies; Eindhoven; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lunch on site

Fitness facilities on-site

Vacation days

Career growth

International team

Job summary

Prodrive Technologies is seeking a System Architect for Embedded Computing Systems to define and own the architecture of complex electronic products across semiconductor, medical, and technology sectors. You will translate customer requirements into scalable solutions and lead architecture decisions while coordinating across multidisciplinary teams.

The role emphasizes end-to-end design reviews, proactive risk management, and delivering robust, future-proof systems with strong collaboration and

Qualifications

• Bachelor-Master degree in a relevant field or equivalent.
• 8+ years of experience in embedded computing or related domains.
• Experience translating requirements into system-level design.
• Proven ability to lead architecture decisions across disciplines.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards in high-tech, medical, or semiconductor sectors.
• Strong understanding of system-level engineering principles.
• Experience with cross-functional design reviews and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Define and own the architecture of complex electronic systems.
• Translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions.
• Lead design reviews and resolve cross-functional engineering challenges.
• Drive architectural decisions and align product vision with execution.
• Identify risks, dependencies and improvement opportunities early.
• Collaborate with electronics, software, mechanical and manufacturing teams.
• Ensure robust, long-term value delivery for customers and business.

Skills

System architecture

Embedded electronics

PCB design

Signal integrity

High-speed interfaces

Power electronics

Regulatory compliance

Requirements translation

Cross-functional leadership

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor-Master

Job description

System Architect Embedded Computing Systems

If you’re passionate about shaping cutting‑edge solutions and serving as the strategic link between our customers and development teams, we invite you to join our Embedded Computing Systems team.

Summary

Location

Education

Bachelor-Master

Years of experience

8+

Function field

Research & Development

Hours

38

You will be responsible for defining and owning the architecture of complex, high‑end products for demanding applications in the semiconductor, medical, and technology sectors. You translate business and customer requirements into scalable, future‑proof technical solutions, ensuring alignment between product vision, system performance, and technical execution. Acting as the technical lead across multidisciplinary teams, you drive architectural decisions, establish clear specifications, and guide implementation from concept through realization. You facilitate design reviews, challenge technical assumptions, and resolve cross‑functional engineering challenges while maintaining a holistic view of the product. By proactively identifying technical risks, dependencies, and improvement opportunities, you ensure the development of robust, reliable, and innovative systems that deliver long‑term value to customers and the business.

key responsibilities

Translate customer, regulatory and business requirements into system‑level requirements and design input

Develop robust system architectures that meet all product, regulatory, and performance requirements

Define and drive the system validation strategy, both by design and testing

Drive cross‑functional alignment between system, hardware, software and mechanical engineering teams

Ensure documentation is complete, accurate, and aligned across engineering disciplines

Own the system‑level test plan and specifications; contribute to and review validation execution

What we offer

An environment where your ideas matter, with short communication lines, high dynamics, and real ownership

A culture built on Trust, Collaboration, and Excellence, embedded in everything we do

Full‑time contract based on a 38‑hour workweek

A performance‑based salary growth that rewards your results

33 vacation days per year, including public holidays

Time‑for‑time compensation when working extra hours

Free access to our on‑site fitness facilities to support your wellbeing

Free lunch, dinner and healthy snacks are available every day onsite

Strong focus on personal development, supported by a tailored growth and learning plan

Extensive career opportunities, with progression across a wide range of functions and projects

A young, innovative, and international working environment where initiative, creativity, and entrepreneurship are encouraged and rewarded

What you bring

Deep expertise in the design and architecture of complex electronic systems, including high‑speed interfaces, signal integrity, power electronics, and PCB design

Strong understanding of system‑level engineering principles and the ability to translate requirements into scalable, robust, and future‑proof technical solutions

Experience working with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and certification processes within high‑tech, medical, semiconductor, or similarly regulated environments

Solid understanding of embedded computing systems, with knowledge of embedded software, firmware, and hardware-software integration

A proactive and ownership‑driven mindset, with the ability to monitor progress, identify risks early, manage technical dependencies, and drive projects to successful completion

Capable of making sound technical decisions and balancing complex trade‑offs in multidisciplinary development environments

Align teams, influence technical direction, and effectively lead design discussions and reviews

Proven ability to collaborate across disciplines, working closely with electronics, software, mechanical and manufacturing to deliver integrated product solutions

A continuous improvement mindset with a passion for innovation and technical excellence

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