Custom Software Engineering Lead

Project Role : Custom Software Engineering Lead Project Role Description : Own the technical direction and architecture of custom software solutions, leading teams through design and delivery. Set development standards and ensure code quality, scalability, and performance aligned to business objectives. Must have skills : Automotive Digital Cockpit Solutions Good to have skills : NA Minimum 5 year(s) of experience is required Educational Qualification : BE BTech or ME MTech in Electronics Electrical Computer Science Information Technology or Automotive Engineering 15 years fulltime education required

Summary: As a Custom Software Engineering Lead, a typical day involves overseeing the technical direction and architectural design of bespoke software solutions tailored to specific requirements. This role includes guiding teams through the entire development lifecycle, from initial design concepts to final delivery. The position requires ensuring that development practices meet high standards for code quality, scalability, and performance, all while aligning with the broader business goals. Collaboration with various stakeholders and continuous evaluation of technical approaches are integral parts of the daily routine to drive successful project outcomes.

Roles & Responsibilities: 1. Lead architecture and implementation of cockpit application suites including media navigation phone cluster virtual gauges HUD projections and settings applications 2. Define application frameworks and design patterns such as MVVM Clean Architecture and MVP for scalable maintainable cockpit software across OEM and Tier 1 programs 3. Drive integration of cockpit applications with AAOS VHAL Car Service APIs middleware layers and vehicle CAN and SOMEIP data sources 4. Lead cockpit application development teams through design reviews code reviews and technical mentoring sessions 5. Collaborate with client UX teams to translate design prototypes from Figma and SketchUp into production HMI applications that meet JAMA distraction guidelines 6. Optimize rendering performance with smooth animations low latency touch response and effective thermal management for extended use 7. Implement multi display cockpit architectures with synchronized content across cluster center stack IVI and HUD using distributed display or virtual display technologies 8. Ensure compliance with automotive HMI regulatory requirements including JAMA MF0001 SAE J2364 ISO 15008 and NHTSA distraction guidelines 9. Lead defect resolution for critical cockpit software issues identified during HIL integration client testing and field trials 10. Mentor junior engineers in cockpit application design patterns Qt and AAOS architecture and ASPICE documentation best practices 11. Contribute to technical RFP responses and capability demonstrations for new digital cockpit program engagements.