In-Vehicle Infotainment System Architect

ALTEN Technology USA; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN Technology USA is seeking an experienced IVI System Architect to lead the architecture, integration, and design of next‑generation connected infotainment platforms for automotive applications.

The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in embedded systems, vehicle communication networks, middleware integration, Android Automotive/Linux platforms, and system‑level architecture within automotive environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in automotive embedded software or infotainment systems.
• Strong experience with IVI architecture, embedded systems, and automotive software integration.
• Hands-on knowledge of Android Automotive OS, Linux, QNX, or embedded automotive platforms.
• Experience with CAN, Ethernet, SOME/IP, LIN, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, and vehicle communication protocols.
• Strong understanding of automotive middleware, HMI frameworks, multimedia systems, and connectivity solutions.
• Experience with system modeling tools, architecture documentation, and interface design.
• Knowledge of cloud-connected vehicle ecosystems and OTA update architectures.
• Experience working within Agile/Scrum development environments.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain end-to-end IVI system architecture for infotainment platforms and connected vehicle features.
• Lead architecture activities for embedded software, middleware, HMI, connectivity, telematics, and multimedia systems.
• Drive integration of Android Automotive OS, Linux, QNX, or embedded automotive platforms.
• Define system interfaces, communication protocols, and software component interactions across ECUs and cloud services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware, cybersecurity, validation, UX/UI, and vehicle integration teams.
• Support system requirement analysis, architecture reviews, feasibility studies, and technical risk assessments.
• Develop architecture documentation, interface specifications, block diagrams, and design guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with automotive standards including ASPICE, ISO 26262, cybersecurity, and functional safety requirements.
• Support vehicle-level integration, debugging, root-cause analysis, and issue resolution activities.
• Contribute to software scalability, performance optimization, reliability, and future platform evolution.
• Work closely with suppliers and internal engineering teams for architecture alignment and integration support.
• Support Agile development activities including sprint planning, technical reviews, and release coordination.

Skills

IVI architecture

Embedded systems

Automotive software integration

Android Automotive OS

CAN, Ethernet, SOME/IP, LIN, Bluetooth

Cloud-connected vehicle ecosystems

Agile/Scrum

Education

Bachelor's/Master's degree in CE/EE/CS

Tools

System modeling tools

Architecture documentation tools

Job description

We are seeking an experienced IVI (In‑Vehicle Infotainment) System Architect to lead the architecture, integration, and design of next‑generation connected infotainment platforms for automotive applications. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in embedded systems, vehicle communication networks, middleware integration, Android Automotive/Linux platforms, and system‑level architecture within automotive environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and maintain end‑to‑end IVI system architecture for infotainment platforms and connected vehicle features
• Lead architecture activities for embedded software, middleware, HMI, connectivity, telematics, and multimedia systems
• Drive integration of Android Automotive OS, Linux, QNX, or embedded automotive platforms
• Define system interfaces, communication protocols, and software component interactions across ECUs and cloud services
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including hardware, cybersecurity, validation, UX/UI, and vehicle integration teams
• Support system requirement analysis, architecture reviews, feasibility studies, and technical risk assessments
• Develop architecture documentation, interface specifications, block diagrams, and design guidelines
• Ensure compliance with automotive standards including ASPICE, ISO 26262, cybersecurity, and functional safety requirements
• Support vehicle‑level integration, debugging, root‑cause analysis, and issue resolution activities
• Contribute to software scalability, performance optimization, reliability, and future platform evolution
• Work closely with suppliers and internal engineering teams for architecture alignment and integration support
• Support Agile development activities including sprint planning, technical reviews, and release coordination

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• 8+ years of experience in automotive embedded software or infotainment systems
• Strong experience with IVI architecture, embedded systems, and automotive software integration
• Hands‑on knowledge of Android Automotive OS, Linux, QNX, or embedded automotive platforms
• Experience with CAN, Ethernet, SOME/IP, LIN, Bluetooth, Wi‑Fi, USB, and vehicle communication protocols
• Strong understanding of automotive middleware, HMI frameworks, multimedia systems, and connectivity solutions
• Experience with system modeling tools, architecture documentation, and interface design
• Knowledge of cloud‑connected vehicle ecosystems and OTA update architectures
• Experience working within Agile/Scrum development environments
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with automotive OEM or Tier‑1 supplier environments
• Exposure to cybersecurity standards and secure automotive software design
• Experience with AUTOSAR, Android HAL, or embedded Linux customization
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps, and software integration workflows
• Familiarity with functional safety and automotive compliance processes

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.