Lead Automotive Software Architect – Remote-First

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first role

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Automotive Software Architect for Centurion, Gauteng. You will define the software architecture for in-vehicle platforms, including ADAS, infotainment, and ECU software, guiding a team of engineers toward scalable, secure solutions.

You will drive AUTOSAR, MISRA C/C++, RTOS, and embedded Linux strategies, collaborate with hardware and product teams, and uphold ISO 26262 safety standards in a fast-paced, remote-first environment.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in a relevant engineering field.
• 10+ years in software development; 5+ years in lead/architectural roles in the automotive industry.
• Proven experience in defining and implementing complex embedded software architectures for automotive applications.
• Deep understanding of AUTOSAR, RTOS, and embedded Linux.
• Strong leadership and communication skills; eligible to work in South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Define and document the overall software architecture for automotive ECUs and platforms.
• Lead the design and development of software components for infotainment, ADAS, connectivity, and powertrain control systems.
• Establish software development processes, coding standards, and best practices (AUTOSAR, MISRA C/C++, ISO 26262).
• Collaborate with hardware engineers, system engineers, and product managers to define software requirements and integration strategies.
• Mentor and guide the software engineering team, fostering innovation, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the software development lifecycle from requirements to deployment and testing.
• Conduct architectural and code reviews to ensure adherence to design principles and quality standards.
• Evaluate and select technologies, tools, and frameworks for automotive software development.
• Drive adoption of new technologies and methodologies to enhance efficiency and performance.
• Represent the software architecture team in technical discussions within Centurion.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

C/C++ programming

Embedded systems

Education

Master's or PhD in Computer Science / Electrical Engineering / Automotive Engineering

Tools

AUTOSAR

MISRA C/C++

ISO 26262

RTOS

Embedded Linux

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Automotive Software Architect for Centurion, Gauteng. You will define the software architecture for in-vehicle platforms, including ADAS, infotainment, and ECU software, guiding a team of engineers toward scalable, secure solutions.

You will drive AUTOSAR, MISRA C/C++, RTOS, and embedded Linux strategies, collaborate with hardware and product teams, and uphold ISO 26262 safety standards in a fast-paced, remote-first environment.