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Senior Technical Lead Software Architect

AT Aptiv
Aptiv

Senior Technical Lead Software Architect

Göteborg, Sweden

Aptiv's Technical Center in Gothenburg is home to almost 220 employees representing more than 15 nationalities, developing safer, greener, and more connected solutions. Our office is always bustling with activity and optimism, partly owing to the fact that we are conveniently located next to the city's biggest holiday attraction, the historic Liseberg amusement park.

In Gothenburg, one of our key areas is the development of in-vehicle infotainment systems for global OEMs of cars and heavy-duty vehicles. With several decades of experience in infotainment systems, we have worked with the most renowned car manufacturers around the globe.

About the Job

The Audio Manager team is one of the key teams in the Audio Platform within our Global Product Organization. The team is responsible for the Audio Manager component, a crucial element in the audio architecture. The team is a diverse team of software developers split across three Aptiv locations: Gothenburg, Krakow and Bangalore.

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The Audio Manager creates a seamless audio experience for vehicle occupants by ensuring that the right sounds are heard at the right time, at appropriate volumes, and through the optimal speakers - all without user intervention. Key features are e.g. sound prioritization, audio routing, source and volume management, contextual awareness, policy enforcement, etc.

We are now expanding our team with a Software Architect/Senior Software Developer, who - with a true passion for modern software development - wants to help the team elevate the Audio Manager to the next level.

Your Role

  • Lead the definition, documentation, and adaptation of software architecture to meet functional and non-functional requirements
  • Take ownership of cross-functional technical and architectural discussions
  • Bring innovative solutions to challenging technical problems
  • Maintain meaningful relationships with customers to understand their strategy and requirements, and how it impacts our software solutions and product offerings
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams across Aptiv
  • Support pursuit activities to win new business
  • Guide developers in the ins and outs of modern software development
  • Approx. 50/50 split software architecture/software development

Your Background

Must-have

  • Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or similar
  • At least 10 years of relevant experience
  • Proficient in C++ 17 or later
  • Excellent knowledge on object-oriented programming and design patterns
  • Experience from software architectural design and documentation
  • Experience from embedded Linux development
  • Experience from agile software development processes, e.g. Scrum, SAFe
  • Profound interest in DevOps and modern tool chains, e.g. Git, Gerrit, Atlassian Suite,
  • Excellent team player with an interest in continuous improvement
  • Communication, leadership and problem-solving skills

Nice-to-have

  • Experience from and understanding of the Audio domain
  • Experience from virtualized development environments
  • Experience from hypervisor environments, e.g. QNX
  • Experience from DFMEA, TARA, or similar
  • Experience from ASPICE and/or ISO26262

Your Benefits at Aptiv:

  • Competitive compensation package, health benefits and flexible working hours
  • Learning, professional growth and development in a world recognized international environment
  • Access to internal & external training, coaching & certifications
  • Recognition for innovation and excellence
  • Opportunities to give back to the community
  • Meaningful work that makes a difference in the work

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Client-provided location(s): Gothenburg, Sweden
Job ID: Aptiv-J000681333
Employment Type: Other

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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