Senior Software Architect - Embedded Connectivity

KGTiger; Allen Park (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

KGTiger is seeking a Senior Software Architect - Embedded Connectivity in Allen Park, Michigan. This full-time role involves leading software architecture and development for automotive connectivity solutions.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in automotive software design, with strong leadership and mentoring skills. Responsibilities include guiding project teams and ensuring successful integration of software components, while also developing innovative systems that emphasize connectivity and security.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of automotive software design and development experience.
• 5+ years of full-life-cycle automotive software experience.
• 2+ years of technical mentoring and leadership of a project.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead interface with internal and/or customer systems and project management.
• Drive software architecture and design into the product design process.
• Communicate effectively to keep team informed on software architecture.
• Lead development of software test and verification plans.

Skills

Automotive software design

Software leadership

Technical mentoring

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in a technical discipline

Master’s degree in a technical discipline

Tools

C

C++

Python

Java

AutoSAR

Embedded Linux

Job description

Senior Software Architect - Embedded Connectivity

Full‑time position in the automotive industry.

About this Position

The Sr. Software Architect is responsible for all aspects of software design and development, delivering automotive‑grade software for connectivity and security in future vehicles and mobility solutions. Projects include connectivity modules and network gateway modules using embedded microprocessors, Ethernet, cellular modems (LTE, 5G...), Bluetooth/WiFi chipsets, GPS/GNSS, and IMU technology.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Lead interface with internal and/or customer systems and project management team to represent the software architecture, design, and development.
• Drive software architecture and design into different areas of the product design process, including project planning, status reporting, team engagement, risk visualization, and mitigation plans.
• Communicate effectively to ensure all team members are up‑to‑date on software architecture, design, and development status.
• Lead development of statement of work documents for external contributors and coordinate delivery for external contractors.
• Lead development of software test and verification plans, review results, and establish ongoing development plans.
• Collaborate with systems and hardware teams to support system bring‑up, integration and testing.
• Serve as lead and mentor for new software engineers joining the project team.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in a technical discipline.
• 10+ years of automotive software design and development experience.
• 5+ years of full‑life‑cycle automotive software experience.
• 2+ years of technical mentoring and leadership of a project.
• 2+ years of experience with vehicle connectivity products.
• Expert software designer with a successful track record in conceiving, developing, and deploying innovative systems. Fluency in mathematics, statistics, geospatial engineering, and computer science.
• Extensive experience writing, designing, and performing technical reviews of software for less experienced engineers.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a technical discipline.
• 15+ years of experience in automotive software design and development.
• 10+ years of experience in connectivity, infotainment, active safety, and telematics systems.
• Experience with C, C++, MQTT, Python, Java, etc.
• Experience leading and integrating embedded software for AutoSAR, QNX, Embedded Linux, or Embedded C.
• Experience with automotive Systems‑on‑Chip (SoC) from TI, Renesas, NXP, Qualcomm, Infineon, etc.
• Experience with automotive memory implementations such as DDR, NAND, NOR, UFS, etc.
• Experience with automotive wireless communication chipsets for Wi‑Fi and Bluetooth, or combined chips from Marvell, Qualcomm, Cypress, etc.
• Experience with automotive Network Access Devices (NAD) from Qualcomm, Intel, Titan, Sierra Wireless, U‑box.
• Experience with automotive GNSS/GPS/PPP and IMU projects for vehicle positioning.
• Experience with automotive cybersecurity and/or functional safety requirements.

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.