Senior System Development Engineer for In-Cabin Sensing - ADAS/AD (m/f/d)

We are CARIAD, an automotive software company and part of the Volkswagen Group. Our mission is to make the automotive experience safer, more sustainable, more comfortable, more digital, and more fun. Soon, we'll be a team of more than 5,000 software developers and engineers, 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.

YOUR TEAM

The department is responsible for the development of services for in cabin sensing, automated driving, parking, safety and piloted assistance functions. Overall topics are display functions, cloud services and map learning.

This job ad is focused on developing a core component within this field.

We are a young, diverse, interdisciplinary, and highly motivated team looking forward to your application!

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Take technical ownership of a core component within a distributed environment, spanning vehicle ECUs and Cloud services, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance.
• Lead discussions and coordination efforts to capture and refine the brand's requirements, preparing them for detailed decomposition and implementation.
• De-/Refining technical concepts including technical regulations and cooperating with internal and external development partners along the systems chain.
• Drive the refinement of architecture and system specifications, leveraging your expertise to optimize performance and functionality.
• Coordinate software development activities, working closely with development teams to enhance software performance and efficiency.
• Coordinating our next development steps, supplier management and validation of the development results up to the final approval.
• Conduct integration and testing of the core component within the vehicle environment, utilizing advanced techniques such as pulling traces and conducting detailed analysis.

WHO YOU ARE

• Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automotive Engineering, or related technical field, with a demonstrated track record of academic excellence.
• Previous experience in automotive function development, coupled with a deep understanding of software development processes.
• Proficiency in C++ and Python, with a passion for continual learning and skill development.
• Knowledge in project management and in software development and the corresponding processes (e.g. ASPICE or ISO26262)
• Knowledge of project management methodologies and experience working in an agile environment (Scrum, SAFe).
• Fluent in both English and German, with the ability to travel and work on-site as required.

NICE TO KNOW

• Unlimited working contract
• International team of young professionals
• 35-hour week (additional options to choose between 28 and 40 hours)
• Remote / mobile work
• Company pension plan
• Annual professional development
• Car leasing

YOUR RECRUITING CONTACT

Kyra Alas Lojewski

At CARIAD, we value individuality and diversity. We see great strength in our differences and can all benefit from the unique perspectives of others. We strive to employ people with diverse backgrounds who have the expertise, energy and focus to advance our mission. If you're unable to submit an application because of a disability, please contact us at careers@cariad.technology.

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