Sr Staff System Integration Engineer, Controls

We are CARIAD, an automotive software development team with the Volkswagen Group. Our mission is to make the automotive experience safer, more sustainable, more comfortable, more digital, and more fun. To achieve that we are building the leading tech stack for the automotive industry and creating a unified software platform for over 10 million new vehicles per year. We re looking for talented, digital minds like you to help us create code that moves the world. Together with you, we ll build outstanding digital experiences and products for all Volkswagen Group brands that will transform mobility. Join us as we shape the future of the car and everyone around it.

Role Summary:

The Senior Staff System Integration Engineer Controls is responsible for spearheading and overseeing the integration of various controls systems for CARIAD s Software Defined Vehicle (SDV). This individual will need strong technical skills, be a versatile engineer with a systems-level approach to problem-solving and be able to deliver vehicles with reliable hardware and software systems in collaboration with various stakeholders.

Role Responsibilities:

Integration Efforts

• Lead integration efforts for various SDV controls subsystems, ensuring their seamless interoperability.
• Lead the development efforts to ensure stability of software stack, including embedded software, core services, and applications.
• Ensure E2E functionality and performance at a vehicle level

Test Efforts

• Lead the development and maintainance of test assets such as benchs, HILs, and Labcar used for system integration
• Lead efforts for test, validate and debug s/w for real time embedded systems
• Integrate and test software in the Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipeline.

Cross Functional Collaboration

• Lead the establishment of software integration process in collaboration with development teams.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to drive software development solutions.

General Skills:

• Proficient in agile software development environment.
• Analytical and debugging skills.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Collaborate and work with multiple teams across geographies and time zones.

Required Specialized Skills:

• Working knowledge with vehicle dynamics and vehicle controls
• Proven track record of shepherding automotive systems from inception to production.
• Proven track record of integrating vehicle level features
• Experience in embedded systems test and development.
• Proficient with CAN, LIN, Automotive ETH.
• Experience with PCAPs, Wireshark, CANoe, CANdb++, etc.
• Experience debugging harness and hardware issues.

Desired Skills:

• Deep knowledge of controls algorithm development methodology
• Leadership experience in integration teams is preferred.

Workplace Flexibility:

• Must be able to travel domestically and internationally when required
• Occasional extended working hours as needed

Years of Relevant Experience:

• 10+ years related experience in software integration or equivalent

Required Education:

• BS in computer science, robotics, physics, engineering, numerical modeling or a related subject with outstanding grades or equivalent work experience

Desired Education:

• MS in computer science, robotics, physics, engineering, numerical modeling or a related subject with outstanding grades or equivalent work experience

Compensation

Salary range is dependent on factors such as geographical differentials, credentials or certifications, industry-based experience, qualification and training. In the city of Mountain View, California, the salary range for this position is $149,000 - 193,500.

CARIAD, Inc. provides performance based merits and annual bonus along with a competitive benefits package. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match and defined contribution plan, short and long term disability, basic life and AD&D insurance, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment plans, maternity and non-primary caregiver leave, adoption assistance, employee referral program and vacation and paid holidays. We also offer a unique vehicle lease program that covers registration and insurance fees.

CARIAD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, color, gender identity/expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.