Senior Hardware/Software Connectivity Engineer – Modem (Unable to consider OPT or CPT Candidates)

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Worldwide, the Volkswagen Group has a long tradition of dramatic innovations. The Volkswagen Group, with its headquarters in Wolfsburg, is one of the world’s leading automobile manufacturers and the largest carmaker in Europe. The Group comprises twelve brands from seven European countries: Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Audi, SEAT, ŠKODA, Bentley, Bugatti, Lamborghini, Porsche, Ducati, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, Scania and MAN.  Here in the US, we are blending German engineering with American ingenuity.

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?

Senior Hardware/Software Connectivity Engineer – Modem  (Unable to consider OPT or CPT Candidates)

HCP Hardware Development – (80%)

• Working on the development of connectivity functions
• Contribute to the development, launch and production of connectivity functions and ECUs, overseeing all steps of the process and coordination with product/design/contract manufacturers.
• Contribute to specification and design of connectivity units for automotive systems.
• Work with internal customers to understand and specify application requirements and deliverables, including safety and security
• Work with component or chipset suppliers to select and support hardware as well as solutions.
• Contribute and coordinate to establish Cyber Security and regulatory requirements while developing EE hardware / connectivity platform.

Operational Management - (20%)

• Own the relationship with contract manufacturer, and lead strategic discussions and negotiations.
• 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

Skills Requirements:

• Excellent strategically thinking and communication skills.
• Analytical and conceptual thinking
• Experience in developing strategies for R&D
• Communication skills - interpersonal, presentation and written
• Integration - joining people, processes or systems
• Influencing and negotiation skills

•                     Strategic/Visionary Minded

•                     Resource Management

•                     Interest in designing systems

Role Responsibilities:

System Development And Management – (60%)

• Working on the development of connectivity functions
• Contribute to the development, launch and production of connectivity functions and ECUs, overseeing all steps of the process and coordination with product/design/contract manufacturers.
• Contribute to specification and design of connectivity units and IT backend for automotive systems.
• Work with internal customers to understand and specify communication requirements and deliverables, including safety and security as well as regulatory requirements
• Work with software, component or chipset suppliers to select and support hardware as well as solutions.
• Contribute and coordinate to establish Cyber Security and regulatory requirements while developing EE hardware / connectivity platform.

Operational Management - (40%)

• Ownership of the remote SIM provisioning solution in NAR markets
• Own the relationship with network operator, contract manufacturer, platform provider and lead strategic discussions and technical negotiations.
• 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

Specialized Skills

Required

• Knowledge of communication HW & SW architecture and hardware development processes.
• Knowledge of direct communication technologies such as 3GPP-based V2X systems (Rel. 14 and Rel. 16).
• Knowledge of designing backend architecture for secure certificate provisioning.
• Knowledge of designing a system that can fulfill regulatory and inhouse security requirements.
• Knowledge of 5G systems as well as SIM management for automotive.
• Knowledge of designing connected systems that fulfill the regulatory requirements of multiple markets.
• Knowledge of interpretation and implementation of communication or automotive technology standards (e.g. 3GPP, SAE, GBT, ETSI)
• Implementation of PoCs and troubleshooting skills of pre-development HW as well as SW.
• Knowledge in networking technologies (TCP/UDP, DNS, DHCP, tunnelling protocols etc.).
• Knowledge of communication technology, such as packet rate, bandwidth and E2E latency calculations or estimations.
• Experienced with introduction into mass production of communication equipment.
• Experience in coordination of function or ECU development process.
• Deep understanding of typical vehicle EE architectures and automotive development processes.
• Deep understanding in defining and designing hardware for embedded connected systems including definition of SW/HW components and its interfaces.
• Knowledge of connected communication hardware components and its peripherals.
• Knowledge of connected vehicle infotainment and communication systems.
• Knowledge of embedded system software/hardware architecture, real-time systems and virtualized systems.
• Knowledge of at least one programming language, such as C++, Java or Python.

Desired

• Experience in Infotainment and Driver Assistance Systems.
• Rapid SW environment for prototyping and validation.
• Knowledge of connected functions in combination with driver assistance system technologies.
• Design of pleasant user-interface architecture, which can fulfill regulatory requirements.
• Programming experience with the languages C, C++, Java, Python, and script languages.
• Capability of assessing state-of-the-art communication technologies.
• Experience as delegate defining standards in standards organizations.
• Knowledge of autonomous system control.

Years of Required Experience

• 7+ years of hardware or software development experience for connectivity functions in aan vehicle manufacturer or supplier
• 5+ years of working in automotive projects including communication technology, ADAS or automation

Education Requirements:

Required

•                     BS in Engineering

Desired

•                     MS and/or PhD in Engineering

Work Flexibility:

• Accommodation for working time zone differences between international locations as needed
• Travel is estimated to be 10%.
• Role requires flexibility in daily schedule, including early morning meetings with Europe, afternoons/evenings for the US West Coast or Asia
• Travel is expected regularly to local development teams and partners <20miles from work location

Salary is determined by geographical location and adjusted accordingly. In Silicon Valley, the expected base salary range is between $160,000 - $175,000. Other benefits for this position include:

·       Eligibility for annual performance bonus

·       Healthcare Benefits

• 401(k), with company match
• Defined contribution retirement program.

·       Tuition Reimbursement

• Company lease car program
• Paid time off

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. 

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