Central Computing Hardware Architect

Stellantis NV; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellbeing

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Company vehicle lease

Family building benefit

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan refinancing

Volunteer hours

Job summary

Stellantis NV in Auburn, AL is seeking a Senior Central Computing Hardware Architect to lead propulsion ECU hardware architecture and collaborate across Propulsion, HPC, and ZCU teams. Initial focus on propulsion ECU programs with potential to expand across centralized computing platforms.

You will define physical and functional architectures, create block diagrams, support design documentation, and steer architecture decisions with cross-functional partners to balance performance, cost, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
• Minimum 8 years of engineering experience.
• Minimum 5 years ECU design experience.
• Intermediate knowledge of vehicle-level electrical architecture.
• Advanced knowledge of Microcontroller design and applications.
• Intermediate knowledge of automotive safety standards.
• Expertise in at least one vehicle system domain (Propulsion/Infotainment/Body/ADAS).
• Ability to collaborate with a team and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently on abstract technical and operational tasks.
• Ability to synthesize inputs to set strategy and resolve challenges.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts across stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop physical and functional electrical architecture from concept through production.
• Develop electrical block diagrams describing major components and interfaces.
• Create functional diagrams describing interfaces, timing, and dynamic aspects.
• Develop solutions balancing performance, cost, timing and stakeholder impact.
• Own architectural decisions and resulting design documentation.
• Collaborate with Vehicle Planning, System Engineering and Software Engineering to ensure needs are met.
• Define a roadmap for design evolutions, new variants, and products.

Skills

8+ years engineering

ECU design experience

vehicle electrical architecture

MCU design

ISO 26262 knowledge

stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Job description

Senior Central Computing Hardware Architect

Stellantis is looking for a Senior Hardware Architect with expertise in Propulsion Electronic Control Units (ECUs) to help shape the next generation of vehicle computing hardware.

You will join our Central Computing team, responsible for the in‑house hardware architecture and design of automotive controllers spanning Propulsion, High-Performance Computers (HPCs), and Zone Control Units (ZCUs). While your initial focus will be leading hardware architecture for propulsion ECU programs, you will work within a cross‑functional hardware organization with opportunities to expand your impact across HPC, ZCU, and future centralized computing platforms.

Main Responsibilities

• Develop both physical and functional electrical architecture from concept through production.
• Develop electrical block diagrams describing major components and interfaces.
• Create functional diagrams that specify and describe functional interfaces, timing, and other dynamic aspects of the hardware.
• Develop solutions for any discovered weaknesses in the design balancing performance, cost, timing and other stakeholder impact factors.
• Ownership of architectural decisions and the resulting design documentation.
• Close collaboration with Vehicle Planning, System Engineering and Software Engineering to ensure the Hardware Architecture fulfills all stakeholder needs now and into the future.
• Support the portfolio of in‑house Hardware products by defining a roadmap for design evolutions, new variants, and new products.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related degree field
• A minimum of 8 years of engineering experience
• A minimum of 5 years of Electronic Control Unit (ECU) design experience or equivalent
• Intermediate knowledge of vehicle‑level electrical architecture
• Advanced knowledge of Microcontroller design and applications
• Intermediate knowledge of application of automotive safety standards
• Expertise in at least one vehicle system domain of automotive (e.g. Propulsion, Infotainment, Body, or ADAS)
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with a team and external stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to work independently on abstract technical and operational tasks
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex technical and non‑technical inputs to set strategy and resolve difficult challenges
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical concepts for comprehension across internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to understand electrical schematics, datasheets, user manuals, and debug logs/traces.
• Demonstrated ability to debug complex technical issues of electronic control units and/or electrical systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge (10+ years) in Electrical Design of Electronic Control Units for Propulsion.
• Advanced knowledge of applicable automotive regulations and safety standards including ISO 26262

Our Benefits — Designed with You in Mind

• Comprehensive Health & Well‑being Coverage — From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.
• Generous Paid Time Off — We believe in work‑life balance. That’s why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut‑down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.
• Competitive Retirement Savings Plans — We help you plan for the future with:
  • An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch‑Up plans
  • An employer contribution, even if you don’t contribute
• Income Protection & Insurance Options — Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs — because your peace of mind matters.
• Company Vehicle Lease Program — Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.
• Family Building Benefit — We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.
• Support for Your Growth and Giving Back — We believe in investing in your future and your passions:
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Student loan refinancing programs
  • 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community
• And so much more! — When you join us, you’re not just building a career — you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.