Senior System Architect

Jit Team; Kraków; Hybrid; PLN 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Jit Team in Kraków seeks a Senior System Architect to define and drive architecture for high-voltage inverter and electrified powertrain systems across the product lifecycle.

You will lead cross-functional teams, shape system concepts, and collaborate with hardware, software, and safety experts to deliver robust solutions for the automotive market.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years in automotive system development, HV inverters or powertrain.
• Strong system architecture and requirements development skills.
• Experience with ISO 26262 safety concepts and customer engagements.

Responsibilities

• Define and deliver system architecture for high-voltage inverter and electrified powertrain functions throughout the product lifecycle.
• Develop system concepts and requirements considering performance, quality, cost, timing and customer expectations.
• Lead technical discussions with customers and act as the technical focal point for assigned system functions.
• Coordinate cross-functional engineering teams including Hardware, Software, Calibration, Functional Safety and Testing.
• Perform system-level root cause analysis and define effective technical solutions for product issues.
• Drive Functional Safety activities, including Technical Safety Concepts, SFMEA and FTA.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring and guidance to engineering teams.
• Report technical progress, risks and mitigation plans to engineering and project management.
• Participate in customer meetings, vehicle testing activities and occasional business travel.

Skills

HV Inverters

Power electronics

System architecture

ISO 26262

Leadership

Cross-functional

English B2

Automotive engineering

Root cause analysis

Requirements development

High voltage safety

Education

MS in Electrical Eng

Tools

Polarion

JIRA

Enterprise Architect

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

Salary: 1120 - 1560 PLN/MD + VAT

Remote: hybrid from Kraków, Zabłocie (min. 1 day per week from the office)

Why choose this offer?

• Opportunity to work in a company of independent thinkers passionate about the latest vehicle technology
• Work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment shaping the future of transportation
• Engagement in meaningful work supported by advanced technologies and world-class facilities
• Opportunity to play a key role within a global IT organization supporting engineering operations worldwide

Project

We are looking for a Senior System Architect to join an engineering team developing advanced high-voltage inverter systems and electrified powertrain solutions for the rapidly evolving e-mobility sector. In this role, you will be responsible for defining and driving system architecture for complex power electronics products throughout the entire product lifecycle. You will act as the technical lead for system-level design, collaborating closely with hardware, software, functional safety, calibration and testing teams to deliver robust, high-quality solutions that meet customer and automotive industry requirements.

Expected Competences And Knowledge

• Master\'s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Mechatronics, Automotive Engineering or a related field
• Minimum 10 years of experience in automotive system development, preferably within HV inverters, power electronics or electrified powertrain systems
• Strong expertise in system architecture development and system concept definition
• Solid understanding of high-voltage inverter functions, motor control strategies and electric propulsion systems
• Strong Systems Engineering background, including system integration and requirements development
• Proven experience leading complex technical topics and coordinating cross-functional engineering teams
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills
• Knowledge of Functional Safety according to ISO 26262, including Technical Safety Concepts, SFMEA and FTA
• Experience working directly with automotive customers and leading technical discussions
• Good communication skills in English – minimum B2 level
• Nice to have:
• Experience with Polarion, JIRA, Enterprise Architect and MATLAB/Simulink
• Knowledge of High Voltage (HV) Safety requirements
• Experience working in global automotive development environments
• Strong customer-oriented mindset with ownership and accountability for technical deliverables

Responsibilities You\'ll Have

• Define and deliver system architecture for high-voltage inverter and electrified powertrain functions throughout the product lifecycle
• Develop system concepts and requirements considering performance, quality, cost, timing and customer expectations
• Lead technical discussions with customers and act as the technical focal point for assigned system functions
• Coordinate cross-functional engineering teams including Hardware, Software, Calibration, Functional Safety and Testing
• Perform system-level root cause analysis and define effective technical solutions for product issues
• Drive Functional Safety activities, including Technical Safety Concepts, SFMEA and FTA
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring and guidance to engineering teams
• Report technical progress, risks and mitigation plans to engineering and project management
• Participate in customer meetings, vehicle testing activities and occasional business travel

Client – why choose this particular client from the Jit portfolio?

The client is a global technology leader delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions for the automotive market. The organization brings together talented engineers, technologists, and independent thinkers who work on meaningful products that shape the future of transportation. With a strong focus on innovation, quality, and sustainability, the company is driven by a clear vision of a clean and energy-efficient world. The client is continuously expanding its footprint in Europe, including a newly established Technical Center in Poland. This modern hub focuses on the development of advanced eMobility solutions and plays a key role in the global transformation toward electric and hybrid vehicles.

About Jit Team

The Human Factor of IT - it’s not just a slogan, it’s a philosophy. The foundation of Jit Team is people, which is why we prioritise you. We employ over 770 experienced experts, to whom we offer developmental projects, a wide range of benefits, and a proprietary professional development programme. Together with clients from around the world, we create innovative IT solutions delivered by highly specialised and efficient teams.

Behind our maxim are also charitable and educational activities. We support schools, universities, and educational institutions by conducting workshops, running educational projects, sponsoring events, and donating learning equipment. We offer internships that help launch careers in IT. We support water rescuers and hospitals by providing the necessary equipment. We also support numerous charitable organisations helping people in need, children, and the elderly. We are a Polish company and we share what we have achieved over more than 15 years of activity. By supporting local initiatives, we contribute to the circulation of good energy.