Software Development Lead

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 :

NA

Minimum 15 Year(s) Of Experience Is Required

Educational Qualification :

Bachelors or Masters degree in Electronics Computer Science or related fieldSummary: 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.