Architect
Core
Define the technical vision, architecture, and evolution of the Aptiv LINC middleware platform for software-defined vehicles (SDV), supporting multiple vehicle domains including ADAS, Body, Connectivity, Cockpit, and Central Compute.
Role type
Senior IC software architect (automotive middleware)
Builds
Scalable, deterministic, secure, and portable middleware solutions and platform infrastructure for SDVs
Domain
Automotive software / Embedded systems / Cloud-connected vehicles
Required skills
C++, modern software architecture, Linux/POSIX systems, real-time and distributed systems, middleware frameworks, service-oriented architecture (SOA), event-driven architectures, CI/CD and DevOps practices
Preferred skills
AUTOSAR Adaptive and Classic architectures, container orchestration frameworks, AADL/SysML/model-based engineering, SDV architectures and central compute platforms, cloud platforms (Azure/AWS/GCP), OEM engagement
Technologies
C++, Linux, POSIX, AUTOSAR, Azure, AWS, GCP, Docker/Kubernetes (implied by containerization), AADL, SysML
Responsibilities
Define and maintain the overall technical architecture of the Aptiv LINC middleware platform; Drive architectural direction for Communication Middleware and platform services; Define service oriented and event driver architectural patterns; Provide technical leadership across multiple global engineering teams; Drive adoption of engineering best practices and architectural governance; Review technical proposals, customer requirements, and product roadmaps; Lead architecture reviews, design assessments and mentor juniors; Engage directly with OEM customers to understand platform requirements and future SDV needs
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
