Software Architect Embedded Systems (f/m/d)

Ingolstadt, Bavaria, Germany

• Category: Architectural Engineering

Description

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To be filled: 

Immediately

Work Environment

At Audi, we are redefining the automobile as a Software-Defined Vehicle. Join us as Software Architect Embedded Systems (f/m/d) and develop software technologies for Audis future vehicle architecture, set standards, and build the foundation for next-generation automotive software.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Innovation at Scale: Work on cutting-edge E/E platforms and CI/CD pipelines that power millions of vehicles

Collaborative Culture: Partner with top experts across brands in the Volkswagen Group

Personal Growth: Enjoy continuous learning, and leadership development programs

Impact & Visibility: Your decisions will shape Audi’s digital future and influence global automotive standards

Job Purpose/Role

As Software Architect Embedded Systems (f/m/d) your mission is to:

Define and evolve the end-to-end software architecture for SDVs, ensuring scalability, modularity, and security

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (cloud, embedded, connectivity, AI) to design vehicle-centric platforms

Analyze, evaluate, and influence the software architecture of existing and future E/E architectures

Define and develop a scalable software platform for future E/E architectures in close collaboration with all development departments within Technical Development

Develop software and system KPIs for operational use in Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) projects, including zone controllers, ADAS, and IVI systems

Conduct and deliver comprehensive reviews of software architecture and software platform designs

Define generic use cases to ensure the adaptability and robustness of the software platform

Key Requirements/Skills/Experience

Completed Master’s degree or diploma in Computer Science or a STEM field

At least 5 years of professional experience in system and software architecture in the automotive sector, including modeling languages (e.g., SysML, AUTOSAR-XML)

Proficient in programming languages Python and C++ with versatile development experience

Strong knowledge of architecture concepts such as layered architecture, SOA, and Microservices

Familiarity with automotive frameworks and standards (AUTOSAR, ISO 26262, bus systems, DoIP, SOME/IP)

Experience in embedded development (RTOS, multicore systems, memory technologies)

Proficiency in CI/CD processes and toolchains (e.g., Git, Jenkins, Docker)

Solid understanding of system architecture (ECU architecture, domain architectures such as ADAS, IVI, VMEB, communication/diagnostics)

Strong background in agile development and DevOps practices

Fluent in English; German is a plus

Company

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Audi AG

Audi AG is a German automobile manufacturer that designs, engineers, produces, markets and distributes luxury automobiles. Audi oversees worldwide operations from its headquarters in Ingolstadt, Bavaria, Germany. Audi-branded vehicles are produced in nine production facilities worldwide.

Audi has been a majority owned (99.55%) subsidiary of Volkswagen Group since 1966, following a phased purchase of Audi AG's predecessor, Auto Union, from Daimler-Benz. Volkswagen relaunched the Audi brand with the 1965 introduction of the Audi F103 series.