Software Architecture Lead IVI (m/f/d), Garching

Valeo is a tech global company, designing breakthrough solutions to reinvent the mobility. We are an automotive supplier partner to automakers and new mobility actors worldwide. Our vision? Invent a greener and more secured mobility, thanks to solutions focusing on intuitive driving and reducing CO2 emissions. We are leader on our businesses, and recognized as one of the largest global innovative companies.

Tasks

• Coordinate IVI software architecture design with internal and external stakeholders
• Ensure robust IVI system architecture and alignment with overall system constraints and budgets
• Address architectural topics with the customer and drive required design changes
• Review software requirements and support requirement management for consistency and traceability
• Document high-level software designs and ensure complete traceability and coverage
• Lead cross-functional architecture alignment across system, hardware, mechanical, and software disciplines
• Identify technical risks in the architecture and support mitigation strategies
• Support design reviews, enforce standards, and secure interoperability across all subsystems

Profile

• Extensive experience in automotive software architecture, including IVI and multi-ECU systems
• Strong knowledge of IVI domains such as media, connectivity, navigation, HMI, and SOA-based architectures
• Solid understanding of automotive communication protocols including CAN, CAN-FD, SOME/IP, DoIP, and V2X
• Hands-on expertise with embedded platforms such as Qualcomm or NVIDIA and OS environments like Android, QNX, Linux, or Hypervisors
• Proven ability to analyze software requirements and derive clear architectural specifications
• Experience with ASPICE, ISO 26262 (ASIL B or higher), and passing SWE2 or equivalent audits
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide technical teams and manage external suppliers
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate complex technical topics for stakeholders