Senior Software Engineer

Brief Role Description

Here at the Innovation & Engineering Center California (IECC), we represent the Volkswagen Group in applied research and development. Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, we create bold new ideas for the Volkswagen, Audi, Bentley, Lamborghini, Bugatti and Porsche brands. We’re a team of engineers, designers, scientists, and psychologists looking to develop innovations for future generations of cars, and to transfer technologies from many industries and research institutions into the automotive domain.

Our mission is to drive change which means we are not only impacting one of the world’s largest car makers, but also the lives of millions of people. Are you ready to join us?

This position will be responsible for designing and developing software modules for next-generation Infotainment systems and mobility services to bring innovation in the connected-car ecosystem to the automotive market. The position involves championing a compelling story of innovation across VW Group and to inspire main stakeholders within the organization.

The position gives the opportunity to develop functional prototypes to illustrate novel concepts as well as build production implementations for VW Group products. The position gives the flexibility to learn new things, try new technology, seek opportunities to grow, mentor and be mentored and participate in the Innovation Thinking process of the Innovation & Engineering Center California (IECC).

• Design and develop cutting-edge software modules and distributed computing infrastructure for vehicle-centric prototyping.
• Design end-to-end software architecture and algorithm development for mobile and in-vehicle applications.
• Create and lead the process for selecting, testing, and tracking top ideas for technical experimentation and productization.
• Partnership with external companies in Silicon Valley to bring disruptive technology and influence existing project portfolio.

Capture of intellectual property

Years of Relevant

Experience:

• 7+ years of experience on design, development and prototyping of software products with features like:
  Navigation, Speech Recognition, Connected Car and/or similar technology.
• 2+ years’ experience in a collaborative and interdisciplinary research environment.
• Experience with taking early-stage ideas and turning them into demonstrable public showcases.

Education

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, EE, ME, Engineering or equivalent
• MS preferred

Skills: General skills needed to perform the job

• Analytical skills
• Conceptual thinking skills
• Computer savvy
• Integration - joining people, processes or systems
• Influencing and negotiation skills
• Resource management

Specialized

Skills:

Knowledge or certifications unique to this role

Required

• Proficient in at least one of the following programming languages:
  Java or C++.
• Working knowledge of Python.
• Understanding of core Computer Science algorithms and data structures.
• Experience designing, implementing, and maintaining RESTful services.
• Familiar with development and deployment on cloud systems such as AWS or Azure.
• Good analytical and conceptual thinking (using logic reasoning, creative and strategic approaches).
• Ability and enthusiasm to learn and apply new and upcoming technology.
• Strong presentation and communication skills.
• Technical architectural knowledge of automotive infotainment systems or similar products.
• Deep understanding of technical algorithms in the domain of mobile navigation, speech processing and/or computer vision.
• Experience using speech application frameworks like Google Dialogflow, Amazon Lex.
• Experience using Machine Learning frameworks.
• Experience using Test Automation frameworks.

• Act as an owner
• Live integrity & compliance
• Think ahead
• Perform together

Volkswagen Group of America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, color, gender identity/expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.

This role description is a guideline and does not create contractual rights between the Company and any of its applicants. The Company does not enter into any type of employment contract, implied or written, with its applicants regarding job security.

This Organization participates in E-Verify. We maintain a drug free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Job

Company:
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Location:

Belmont, CA, US, 94002

Department:
Research and Development

Working Model:
Full-time

Contract Type:
Unlimited

Remote Working:
Up to 40%

Posting Date:
Jul 16, 2026