BlackBerry QNX · 12 hours ago
Principal Solutions Architect, QNX Sound
Novi, MI
Full-time
Remote
Lead/Staff
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Responsibilities
Lead new business engagements with automotive OEM and T1 customers by proactively leading the architecture and integration discussions and proposing solutions based on QNX technologies as well as product and customer long term strategies.
Analyze and understand specific audio and infotainment requirements to guide internal cross-functional teams to meet performance benchmarks, including latency, CPU utilization, and power efficiency, etc.
Help manage RFQs by structuring technical proposals in alignment with other teams such as engineering, sales, product management, etc.
Actively contribute to the continuous improvement and optimization of QNX Sound and other QNX infotainment middleware solutions by providing input to internal engineering and product management teams in the form of technical insights, voice of the customer and industry trends.
Assist with technology demonstrations and evaluation requests as well as technology benchmarks, owning the maintenance and constant evolution of desktop and in vehicle demonstration equipment.
Participate in industry panels, webinars & conferences as a subject matter expert in automotive audio, assisting in the development of presentation, web & general marketing materials.
Foster and strengthen strategic partner relationships that can develop into growth opportunities for the QNX Sound portfolio.
Qualification
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Required
Significant experience architecting and deploying automotive infotainment systems at automotive OEMs, with a focus on audio and acoustics.
In-depth knowledge of the design and integration of automotive sound systems, including understanding of acoustics algorithms and digital signal processing methodologies utilized in automotive, with proven ability to drive architectural decisions in line with business and client requirements.
Strong familiarity with different automotive acoustics domains such as active noise control, media playback, cabin acoustics, voice processing, hands free telephony, etc.
Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate advanced and complex concepts while keeping a strategic perspective.
Strong interpersonal skills, able to work with different stakeholders and come to a consensus.
Willingness to work with remote teams globally in different time zones.
Relevant degree in computer science, Electrical Engineering, Acoustics Engineering, or related fields.
Preferred
Good understanding mobile device integration in the vehicle’s infotainment system.
Familiarity with sound processing protocols such as ALSA, ASRC, A2B, and MOST.
Knowledge of automotive standards like ITU P11XX, ISO 26262.
Advanced degrees are a plus.
Experience with QNX or other real-time operating systems (RTOS) is a plus.
Company
BlackBerry QNX
Middleware, development tools, realtime operating system software and services for superior embedded design
Founded in 1980
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$40MKey Investors
Strategic Innovation Fund
2019-02-15Grant· $40M
2010-06-08Acquired
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