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Job Title: Senior System Engineer – Embedded Systems (Automotive) Location: Pune Job Type: Full-Time Introduction: We are looking for a highly skilled Senior System Engineer with a deep expertise in embedded systems for the automotive domain. The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of hands-on experience in automotive system engineering, specifically working with ASPICE SYS.1 – SYS.3, CAN, Diagnostic UDS, ASPICE L2, Functional Safety (FuSa), and Cyber Security. As a Senior System Engineer, you will be responsible for leading the design, integration, and validation of complex automotive embedded systems that meet industry standards and customer requirements. Key Responsibilities: System Design & Integration: Lead and drive system-level design and architecture for automotive embedded systems, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and industry standards. Perform system trade-offs, risk analysis, and establish system requirements for embedded solutions in collaboration with cross-functional teams. Develop system integration strategies for CAN bus communications, Diagnostic UDS protocols, and related automotive networks. Automotive Standards & Compliance: Ensure adherence to ASPICE processes (SYS.1 – SYS.3) and ASPICE L2 standards, including conducting assessments and audits to ensure quality and process compliance. Implement Functional Safety (FuSa) principles into the system design, ensuring compliance with ISO 26262 standards for automotive safety. Integrate Cyber Security practices and strategies into system designs to mitigate vulnerabilities and protect the system against cybersecurity threats in compliance with relevant standards (e.g., ISO/SAE 21434). Testing & Validation: Define and oversee the testing and validation strategies for embedded systems, ensuring comprehensive verification and validation of system requirements. Support the development of test environments, test plans, and ensure testing is performed across the lifecycle of the system to validate performance and compliance with standards. Lead system-level fault diagnosis and failure analysis using diagnostic tools and techniques, including UDS-based diagnostics. Project & Team Leadership: Act as the technical lead for the system engineering team, providing mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers. Collaborate with software, hardware, and other engineering teams to ensure alignment and seamless integration of embedded systems. Manage the technical aspects of multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery while maintaining quality, cost-effectiveness, and meeting customer expectations. Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, OEMs, and Tier 1 suppliers to align technical solutions with customer requirements and project timelines. Act as a key technical contact for external stakeholders and provide regular updates on system design, development, and integration progress. Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Science, or a related field. Experience: 8+ years of experience in embedded systems engineering, specifically within the automotive domain. Strong understanding and hands-on experience with ASPICE SYS.1 – SYS.3, ASPICE L2, and automotive development processes. Expertise in CAN communication protocols and Diagnostic UDS protocols for vehicle diagnostics. In-depth knowledge of Functional Safety (FuSa) and experience with ISO 26262 implementation in automotive systems. Experience in implementing Cyber Security measures within embedded automotive systems, including knowledge of standards such as ISO/SAE 21434. Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of embedded systems design, system architecture, and software-hardware interaction in automotive applications. Experience with system-level testing and validation methodologies, including functional and non-functional testing. Proficiency in automotive communication protocols (e.g., CAN, LIN, Ethernet, FlexRay) and diagnostic protocols (UDS, KWP). Knowledge of development tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, Vector CANoe, and other automotive-related diagnostic tools. Familiarity with programming languages like C, C++, and scripting languages for system integration and testing. Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills in complex system-level designs. Strong leadership, mentoring, and team collaboration skills. Clear and effective communication skills for presenting technical concepts to both internal and external stakeholders. Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and manage multiple priorities. Preferred Qualifications: Certifications related to ASPICE, ISO 26262, or Cyber Security (ISO/SAE 21434, IEC 62443). Experience in Agile methodologies and project management in automotive development. Experience working with OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and international teams.
