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CARIAD, Inc. · 4 hours ago

Sr Principal Hardware Engineer

Mountain View, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$209K/yr - $303K/yr

13+ years exp

CARIAD, Inc. is an automotive software development team with the Volkswagen Group focused on transforming mobility through a unified software platform. The Sr Principal Hardware Engineer will lead the development of production hardware in an embedded environment for high performance computing platforms, working closely with multiple stakeholders to create innovative automotive solutions.

AutomotiveInformation TechnologySoftware

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Leads the development, launch and production of ADAS/AD and ICP HCPs, overseeing all steps of the process and working closely with product/design/contract manufacturers

Contribute to specification and design of compute boards for automotive systems

Oversees development of formal system architecture & behavior specifications including functional requirements, design intent, behavioral intent and system partitioning for the hardware platforms

Work with internal customers to understand and specify application requirements and deliverables, including safety and security

Work with component suppliers to select and support hardware solutions

Supports in investigating scalable architecture alternatives and development paths for ADAS/AD and ICP Hardware platforms

Leads to establish scalability, cost, size, weight, power, performance, safety, and schedule requirements for next generation hardware platforms

Leads to establish Cyber Security and Functional Safety requirements while developing EE hardware platform

Leads to HW implementation of Cyber Security and Functional Safety requirements while developing EE hardware platform

Leads to create Quality Benchmarks and Standards; provides technical perspective and expertise in terms of quality standards for internal technical teams, critical suppliers and partners

Oversees to revamp and invent tools, infrastructure and methodologies for measurements that can support HCP product development

Support in recruiting and building a high-performing team of electrical and mechanical engineers to deliver high performance, high volume, low cost, automotive systems

Provide technical guidance to team, foster a culture of collaboration and innovation

Own the relationship with contract manufacturer and lead strategic discussions and negotiations

Locates, acquires, and retains extraordinary talent for the ramp-up phase of the Engineering Team and for future growth

Monitor compliance with relevant regulations, statutes, Board Directives, process standards (including in respect of Golden Rules and Product Compliance), procedural/operating instructions and occupational safety regulations using appropriate management controls (dual-control principle)

Identify and mitigate project technology risks and execution risks

Spearheads new in-house development projects for various technical hardware domains

Qualification

HPC hardware architectureHardware development processesFunctional safety (ISO26262)Embedded systems designConnected vehicle systemsConsumer electronics designProgramming languages C/C++Analytical thinkingResource managementTechnical leadershipCommunication skillsNegotiation skills

Required

Excellent strategic thinking, negotiation, and communication skills

Deep knowledge of HPC HW architecture and hardware development processes

Deep understanding of Hardware platform development and corresponding software

Experienced with introduction into mass production of the same

Deep understanding of typical vehicle EE architectures and automotive development processes

Deep understanding in defining and designing hardware for embedded high performance computer systems including definition of system topologies, components and its interfaces

Deep understanding of functional safety (ISO26262) concept and implementation of same in HW design

Knowledge of connected HPC hardware components and its peripherals

Knowledge of connected vehicle infotainment and communication systems

Knowledge of embedded system software/hardware architecture, real-time operating systems

Experienced to establish a professional network within the ecosystem of automotive suppliers, and technology companies such as: Computer system technology companies; Semiconductor vendors; Start-up companies

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

13+ years of HPC hardware development experience in embedded environment