Job Description

SW Architect - AUTOSAR - Chennai
Help shape the future of mobility.
Experienced AUTOSAR Architect to define, design, and drive the architecture of software platforms for next-generation automotive ECUs. The role involves leading the development and integration of AUTOSAR Classic across multiple domains -- powertrain, ADAS, body, and infotainment. The architect will be responsible for ensuring scalability, modularity, and compliance with AUTOSAR standards while collaborating with system, hardware, and application teams to deliver production-grade embedded software
Your Role

• Analyzing customer requirements and Design high-level Software Architecture, including defining safety and control data flows
• Define and maintain end-to-end AUTOSAR system architecture ensuring alignment across MCAL, RTE, and application layers.
• Lead BSW stack integration and standardize software interfaces (CAN, LIN, Ethernet, SOME/IP).
• Design scalable, reusable architectures supporting multiple ECUs and hardware platforms.
• Guide teams in AUTOSAR toolchain configuration (DaVinci, Tresos, Arctic Studio) and stack definitions.
• Ensure compliance with AUTOSAR, ASPICE, and ISO 26262 standards while optimizing ECU performance.
• Collaborate with system/hardware architects, OEMs, and Tier-1s; mentor teams, conduct reviews, and drive debugging and KPI tracking.

Your Background
Key ingredients for succeeding in this role are your:

• A graduate in BE/B.Tech/ ME/ M.Tech (Electricals/ Electronics/ Instrumentation, Robotics) with work experience of 10-15 years
• #EXP[10-15]
• A go-getter, good in communication, challenge ideas to achieve career aspirations aligned with Aptiv mission
• In-depth expertise in AUTOSAR Classic architecture (BSW, MCAL, RTE) with strong embedded software fundamentals.
• Solid understanding of multi-core systems, real-time OS concepts (OSEK/RTOS/QNX/Linux), and embedded architectures.
• Hands-on experience with configuration/integration tools like Vector DaVinci, EB Tresos, or equivalent.
• Proficient in communication and diagnostic protocols (CAN, LIN, FlexRay, Ethernet, UDS).
• Strong knowledge of safety and security standards (ISO 26262, ASIL, Secure Boot).
• Skilled in C/C++, UML, and software design documentation; familiarity with OTA, bootloaders, and ECU virtualization.
• Experience in model-based development (MATLAB/Simulink) and AUTOSAR integration workflows is an added advantage

Why join us?

• You can grow at Aptiv. Whether you are working towards a promotion, stepping into leadership, considering a lateral career move, or simply expanding your network - you can do it here. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.
• You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.
• You have support. Our team is our most valuable asset. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

Your Benefits at Aptiv:

• Higher Education Opportunities (UDACITY, UDEMY, COURSERA are available for your continuous growth and development);
• Life and accident insurance;
• Well Being Program that includes regular workshops and networking events;
• EAP Employee Assistance;
• Access to fitness clubs (T&C apply);

Apply today, and together let's change tomorrow!
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