Software Development Lead

 About The Role  

Project Role :Software Development Lead

Project Role Description :Develop and configure software systems either end-to-end or for a specific stage of product lifecycle. Apply knowledge of technologies, applications, methodologies, processes and tools to support a client, project or entity.
Must have skills :Infotainment & Telematics

Good to have skills :NAMinimum
15 year(s) of experience is required

Educational Qualification :Bachelors or Masters degree in Electronics Computer Science or related field
Summary:We are seeking a visionary leader to head our Infotainment and Digital Cockpit Center of Excellence (CoE). This role focuses on advancing in-vehicle experiences through cutting-edge technologies, strategic partnerships, and scalable engineering solutions. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in embedded systems, HMI platforms, and connected services, with a passion for innovation, client engagement, and team development.
Roles & Responsibilities:1.Strategic Leadership:Define and execute the roadmap for infotainment and digital cockpit technologies, including instrument clusters, passenger displays, HUDs, and connected services.2.Innovation & R&D:Lead initiatives in emerging areas such as voice/gesture recognition, emotion detection, driver wellness, and smart home integration.3.OTA & Automation:Oversee cloud-based remote automation testing strategies for OTA updates, ensuring safety, security, and compliance.4.Cross-functional Collaboration:Partner with OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, and internal engineering teams to deliver scalable, high-quality cockpit solutions.5.Client-Facing Engagements:Represent the organization in customer discussions, technical workshops, and solution presentations to align technology offerings with client needs.6.Technical Solutioning:Architect and validate end-to-end infotainment solutions tailored to customer requirements and platform capabilities.7.Vendor/Supplier Coordination:Manage relationships with external vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery, quality compliance, and integration readiness.8.Onsite-Offshore Coordination:Lead distributed teams across geographies, ensuring seamless collaboration, delivery alignment, and knowledge sharing.9.Quality Assurance:Implement robust validation frameworks covering UI/UX, security, compliance, and localization.10.Team Development:Build and mentor a high-performing team of engineers and domain experts in infotainment and digital cockpit systems.11.Cloud Connectivity & Backoffice Integration:Lead development and integration of onboard and offboard systems with cloud platforms, ensuring seamless connectivity and data flow between vehicle systems and backend services.12.AAOS Expertise:Guide architecture and implementation of Android Automotive OS (AAOS)-based infotainment solutions, ensuring compliance with industry standards and OEM requirements.Professional & Technical Skills:

1.1520 years of experience in automotive infotainment or digital cockpit systems.2.Proven leadership in managing large-scale technology programs and CoEs.3.Expertise in embedded systems, HMI, Android Automotive OS (AAOS), QNX, or Linux-based platforms.4.Strong understanding of OTA update mechanisms and automated testing frameworks.5.Experience in onboard/offboard system architecture and cloud connectivity.6.Hands-on experience in backoffice development and integration with vehicle platforms.7.Excellent stakeholder management, client communication, and team leadership skills.8.Experience with AI/ML applications in automotive.9.Familiarity with automotive cybersecurity standards.10.Exposure to global automotive markets and regulatory environments.
Additional Information:1.The candidate should have minimum 15 years of experience in Infotainment & Telematics.2.This position is based at our Bengaluru office.3.A Bachelors or Masters degree in Electronics, Computer Science or related field is required. Qualification 
Bachelors or Masters degree in Electronics Computer Science or related field