Senior System Architect
3 days ago• Monterrey, Mexico
Why join Aptiv? You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge applications, develop breakthrough technologies, and deliver innovative solutions to some of the world's leading automotive brands. See your work come to life on the road-helping make mobility safer, greener, and more connected. Ready to shape the future of mobility with us?
Your role
As a Senior System Architect, you will Lead system architecture definition for next-generation automotive power distribution modules. Drive system requirements, hardware/software partitioning, functional safety, diagnostics, network architecture and electrical power distribution design. Act as technical authority across customer, hardware, software, validation and manufacturing teams.
Responsibilities:
- Define system architecture and technical roadmap.
- Translate OEM requirements into system architecture.
- Create logical, functional and physical architectures.
- Lead hardware-software integration decisions.
- Drive Functional Safety (ISO 26262) concepts.
- Review power electronics and ECU designs.
- Define diagnostics and communication architecture (CAN, CAN FD, Ethernet, UDS).
- Perform technical risk analysis and architecture tradeoff studies.
- Support customer reviews and technical audits.
- Mentor system engineers and technical leads.
Your background:
- 8+ years in automotive systems engineering/architecture.
- Strong ECU hardware knowledge.
- Power electronics and power distribution architecture.
- High-side/low-side drivers, MOSFETs, eFuses, relays, DC/DC converters.
- Automotive microcontrollers (NXP S32K, Infineon, Renesas, TI).
- CAN, CAN FD, LIN, Automotive Ethernet.
- UDS diagnostics, DTCs and service-oriented diagnostics.
- ISO 26262 Functional Safety (ASIL B/C preferred).
- Systems Engineering and requirement decomposition.
- SysML/UML architecture modeling.
- ASPICE awareness.
- Electrical load analysis, current paths and protection strategies.
- EMC/EMI and vehicle electrical architecture understanding.
- Verification and validation strategy definition.
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Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with power distribution modules, BCM, Zonal Controllers, Smart Junction Boxes, Battery Distribution Units or Body Controllers.
- Experience with GM, Stellantis, Ford or VW programs.
- Polarion, Doors, Jira, EA/Cameo.
- Cybersecurity ISO 21434.
- AUTOSAR architecture understanding.
WHY JOIN US?
- You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.
- You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.
- You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.
YOUR BENEFITS AT APTIV:
- Savings Fund
- Pension Plan
- Christmas Bonus
- Attendance Bonus
- Vacation Premium
- Medical Expenses
- Life Insurance
- Social security (IMSS, INFONAVIT, Retirement)
- Recognition for innovation and excellence
- Opportunities to give back to the community
APPLY TODAY, AND TOGETHER LET'S CHANGE TOMORROW!
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Client-provided location(s): Monterrey, Mexico
Job ID: Aptiv-J000702003
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-08-07T20:21:58
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- FSA With Employer Contribution
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Mental Health Benefits
Parental Benefits
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Casual Dress
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- 401(K)
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Internship Program
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
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