Lead Software Architect; AAOS

POSITION:
Lead Software Architect (AAOS)

LOCATION:

Portland, OR (Hybrid)

RECRUITMENT SALARY RANGE: $150,000 - $175,000

At JLR, we are passionate about our people. They are at the heart of our business. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive culture that is representative of our global customers and the society in which we live; a culture in which every one of our employees can bring their authentic self to work and reach their full potential.

As part of the Digital Product Platform group in Portland, Oregon, we work with internal engineering groups and external vendors to build new technologies for Jaguar Land Rover's future vehicle product lines. We thrive on the challenges of working with vehicles in an interconnected world, building rich experiences for our customers. We understand the art of human factors, seeking to make interaction with technology intuitive and enjoyable, and to extend that experience through our users' connected devices.

You can help create a world in which responsible, sustainable vehicles revolutionize mobility for generations.

• Act as the Subject Matter Expert for embedded Android platforms at JLR, supporting global teams to define and implement product roadmaps for use of AOSP and its variants, including AAOS, in our products
• Provide strategic and technical direction and guidance to influence the implementation of applications, services, designs, and delivery infrastructure in Android platforms to advance JLR’s in car experience
• Lead the design, documentation, and evolution of software architectures that optimize performance of JLR embedded systems, in-car applications, and other supporting platforms and services
• Drive the definition and implementation of JLR’s embedded software roadmap by leading and fostering partnerships strategic industry partners and stakeholders
• Work closely with stakeholders to ensure software implementation aligns with design intent and meets quality expectations
• Contribute to a multi-disciplinary team to evaluate and assess new concepts, designs, and approaches for future JLR software products and platforms
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders across JLR and its global offices to ensure successful delivery of work in role
• Mentor and advise architects across our business on new and emerging best practices and drive their adoption across the organization
• Act as a representative of JLR to relevant standardization bodies and industry groups where required
• Take a technical leadership role in the JLR software domain – be the specialist others within the company look to for advice and technical direction
• Other duties as assigned

Schedule:

Hybrid Ways of Working

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required
• 5+ years of professional experience as a software developer or architect in a senior role, inclusive of required experience as an embedded software architect
• Demonstrated experience in leading the delivery and/or design of complex software required
• Experience working with internal partners development teams and outside suppliers/vendors
• Working knowledge of AOSP in embedded, non-mobile contexts required, preferably specific to AAOS.
• Experience with Android Vehicle Hardware Abstraction Layer (VHAL) desired
• Experience with Google Automotive Services (GAS) desired
• Working knowledge of QNX and/or LINUX operating systems beneficial
• Experience with embedded virtualization strongly desired
• Detailed working knowledge of Agile scrum methodologies and continuous S/W integration are essential
• Knowledge of modelling tools such as Rhapsody desirable
• Familiarity with ASIL, ISO
  26262 ASPICE, AutoSAR standards desirable
• PMP, PRINCE2 or similar certifications is desirable but not necessary
• Demonstrable experience of working with Free and Open Source (FOSS) communities desirable
• Excellent communication skills, including technical writing and business presentations

As a people-first company, working at JLR means opportunity, teamwork, and growth. That’s why working here is so much more than a job.

Be part of an international, inclusive, and open-minded company

Global Bonus Program based on company performance

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