Automotive Software Architect

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Executive benefits

Cutting-edge tools

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Automotive Software Architect to define high-level designs and the technical roadmap for complex automotive software, including ADAS and connected services. The role is hybrid and based in Soweto, guiding the engineering team toward scalable, secure solutions.

You will set standards, select technologies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams and cybersecurity experts to ensure seamless integration and robust vehicle software development.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of software development experience, with at least 5 years in an architectural role within the automotive industry.
• Deep understanding of software architecture principles, design patterns, and methodologies.
• Experience with embedded systems, RTOS, and automotive communication protocols.

Responsibilities

• Define the overall software architecture for automotive systems, ensuring scalability, security, and maintainability.
• Select appropriate technologies, frameworks, and tools for software development projects.
• Develop and maintain architectural documentation, including diagrams, specifications, and design patterns.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to software development teams throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Embedded systems

RTOS

Automotive protocols

Software architecture

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science / Software Engineering

Tools

UML

SysML

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary and technically adept Automotive Software Architect to join their advanced engineering team in Soweto . This crucial hybrid role involves defining and overseeing the high-level design and technical roadmap for complex automotive software systems, including connected services, autonomous driving features, and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS). You will be instrumental in setting technical standards, selecting appropriate technologies, and guiding development teams to ensure scalable, secure, and robust software solutions. Collaborating across departments and with remote partners, you will ensure seamless integration and drive technological innovation from our strategic location. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned architect to influence the direction of automotive software development and shape the future of mobility.

Key Responsibilities

• Define the overall software architecture for automotive systems, ensuring scalability, security, and maintainability.
• Select appropriate technologies, frameworks, and tools for software development projects.
• Develop and maintain architectural documentation, including diagrams, specifications, and design patterns.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to software development teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including systems engineers, hardware engineers, and cybersecurity experts, to ensure alignment and successful integration.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in software development, with at least 5 years in an architectural role within the automotive industry.
• Deep understanding of software architecture principles, design patterns, and methodologies.
• Experience with embedded systems, real-time operating systems (RTOS), and automotive communication protocols.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and strategic thinking skills.

Benefits

• An industry-leading annual salary and comprehensive executive benefits.
• Hybrid work model offering the best of both in-office collaboration and remote flexibility.
• Opportunity to work on groundbreaking automotive technologies and shape future vehicle software.
• Access to cutting-edge development tools and extensive professional development resources.
• Lead a team of talented engineers in a dynamic and innovative environment.