The Role
Leads the technical direction and architecture of software-defined vehicle platforms. Defines embedded systems architectures spanning HPC, zonal controllers, domain ECUs, Vehicle OS, and mixed-criticality systems. Governs MBSE, functional safety, cybersecurity, ASPICE compliance, and platform engineering standards. Partners with OEM architects, leads complex proposals, develops reusable engineering IP, and builds organizational capabilities through training and mentoring.
Summary Generated by Built In
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 ECU Software
Good to have skills : NA
Minimum 12 year(s) of experience is required
Educational Qualification : BE BTech or ME MTech in Electronics Electrical Computer Science Information Technology or Embedded Systems Engineering 15 years fulltime education required
Summary:
In the role of Custom Software Engineering Lead, a typical day involves overseeing the technical vision and architectural framework for bespoke software projects. This position requires guiding teams through the entire lifecycle of software design and implementation, ensuring that development practices meet high standards. The role includes continuous evaluation of code quality, system scalability, and performance to align with organizational goals. Collaboration across various teams and stakeholders is a key aspect, fostering an environment where innovative solutions are developed and delivered efficiently to meet complex business needs.
Roles & Responsibilities:
1. Define cross domain SDV embedded platform system reference architectures including HPC and zonal compute, Vehicle OS, mixed criticality partitioning, and software defined hardware.
2. Lead MBSE adoption for SDV platform system design including Sys ML based EE architecture, model driven safety allocation, and digital continuity workflows.
3. Drive SDV systems engineering strategy including Adaptive AUTOSAR R2211 adoption, SOAFEE CCA integration, and Eclipse SDV ecosystem migration.
4. Lead ISO 26262 functional safety strategy organization wide including ASIL allocation governance, SEooC qualification, and DFA frameworks for SDV.
5. Interface with OEM SDV Architects and Platform Engineering for platform architecture development and multi programmer alignment.
6. Champion cybersecurity systems engineering for SDV including TARA governance, UNECE R155 CSMS programmer, and R156 SUMS system architecture.
7. Establish reusable SDV systems engineering IP including platform reference architectures, safety concept templates, and ICD standard libraries.
8. Govern ASPICE Level 3 SYS compliance organization wide for all SDV embedded platform programmers and define Level 3 and Level 4 readiness roadmap.
9. Lead complex RFP technical proposals for high value SDV platform systems engineering engagement opportunities.
10. Build SDV systems engineering competency including AUTOSAR Adaptive curriculum, SOAFEE training, MBSE tools adoption, and expert mentoring.
Professional & Technical Skills:
1 Must Have Mastery of SDV embedded systems engineering EE architecture mixed criticality design safety allocation and Vehicle OS
2 Must Have Expert ISO 26262 ASIL B C D and cybersecurity ISO SAE 21434 governance across multiple SDV embedded platform programmers
3 Must Have Experience defining platform level SDV architectures spanning HPC zone controllers and domain ECUs for multiple OEMs
4 Must Have Deep MBSE expertise with SysML based EE architecture and model driven safety requirements for SDV platforms
5 Must Have Experience governing ASPICE compliant SDV embedded systems engineering organization wide and driving process maturity
6 Must Have Proven engagement with OEM Chief SDV Platform Architects on complex cross domain embedded platform programmers
7 Must Have Track record of delivering systems engineering excellence across high complexity SDV embedded platform programmers
8 Good to Have Experience with SOAFEE architecture WAL HAL design container orchestration and SDV reference implementation
9 Good to Have Knowledge of Eclipse SDV ecosystem architecture Eclipse Kuksa Eclipse Leda Chariott and Agemo system design
10 Good to Have Familiarity with AI safety codesign ISO IEC 42001 AI governance SOTIF ISO 21448 and safety performance indicators
11 Good to Have Exposure to formal SE methods Z notation TLA Plus or Alloy for safety critical SDV platform requirements specification
12 Good to Understand global SDV regulatory landscape EU Cyber Resilience Act UN GTR China GB standards and NHTSA guidance
Additional Information:
- The candidate should have minimum 15 years of experience in Automotive Embedded Software in SDV Platform Development - cross-domain.
- This position is based at our Pune office.
- A BE BTech or ME MTech in Electronics Electrical Computer Science Information Technology or Embedded Systems Engineering 15 years fulltime education required is necessary.
BE BTech or ME MTech in Electronics Electrical Computer Science Information Technology or Embedded Systems Engineering 15 years fulltime education required
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 ECU Software
Good to have skills : NA
Minimum 12 year(s) of experience is required
Educational Qualification : BE BTech or ME MTech in Electronics Electrical Computer Science Information Technology or Embedded Systems Engineering 15 years fulltime education required
Summary:
In the role of Custom Software Engineering Lead, a typical day involves overseeing the technical vision and architectural framework for bespoke software projects. This position requires guiding teams through the entire lifecycle of software design and implementation, ensuring that development practices meet high standards. The role includes continuous evaluation of code quality, system scalability, and performance to align with organizational goals. Collaboration across various teams and stakeholders is a key aspect, fostering an environment where innovative solutions are developed and delivered efficiently to meet complex business needs.
Roles & Responsibilities:
1. Define cross domain SDV embedded platform system reference architectures including HPC and zonal compute, Vehicle OS, mixed criticality partitioning, and software defined hardware.
2. Lead MBSE adoption for SDV platform system design including Sys ML based EE architecture, model driven safety allocation, and digital continuity workflows.
3. Drive SDV systems engineering strategy including Adaptive AUTOSAR R2211 adoption, SOAFEE CCA integration, and Eclipse SDV ecosystem migration.
4. Lead ISO 26262 functional safety strategy organization wide including ASIL allocation governance, SEooC qualification, and DFA frameworks for SDV.
5. Interface with OEM SDV Architects and Platform Engineering for platform architecture development and multi programmer alignment.
6. Champion cybersecurity systems engineering for SDV including TARA governance, UNECE R155 CSMS programmer, and R156 SUMS system architecture.
7. Establish reusable SDV systems engineering IP including platform reference architectures, safety concept templates, and ICD standard libraries.
8. Govern ASPICE Level 3 SYS compliance organization wide for all SDV embedded platform programmers and define Level 3 and Level 4 readiness roadmap.
9. Lead complex RFP technical proposals for high value SDV platform systems engineering engagement opportunities.
10. Build SDV systems engineering competency including AUTOSAR Adaptive curriculum, SOAFEE training, MBSE tools adoption, and expert mentoring.
Professional & Technical Skills:
1 Must Have Mastery of SDV embedded systems engineering EE architecture mixed criticality design safety allocation and Vehicle OS
2 Must Have Expert ISO 26262 ASIL B C D and cybersecurity ISO SAE 21434 governance across multiple SDV embedded platform programmers
3 Must Have Experience defining platform level SDV architectures spanning HPC zone controllers and domain ECUs for multiple OEMs
4 Must Have Deep MBSE expertise with SysML based EE architecture and model driven safety requirements for SDV platforms
5 Must Have Experience governing ASPICE compliant SDV embedded systems engineering organization wide and driving process maturity
6 Must Have Proven engagement with OEM Chief SDV Platform Architects on complex cross domain embedded platform programmers
7 Must Have Track record of delivering systems engineering excellence across high complexity SDV embedded platform programmers
8 Good to Have Experience with SOAFEE architecture WAL HAL design container orchestration and SDV reference implementation
9 Good to Have Knowledge of Eclipse SDV ecosystem architecture Eclipse Kuksa Eclipse Leda Chariott and Agemo system design
10 Good to Have Familiarity with AI safety codesign ISO IEC 42001 AI governance SOTIF ISO 21448 and safety performance indicators
11 Good to Have Exposure to formal SE methods Z notation TLA Plus or Alloy for safety critical SDV platform requirements specification
12 Good to Understand global SDV regulatory landscape EU Cyber Resilience Act UN GTR China GB standards and NHTSA guidance
Additional Information:
- The candidate should have minimum 15 years of experience in Automotive Embedded Software in SDV Platform Development - cross-domain.
- This position is based at our Pune office.
- A BE BTech or ME MTech in Electronics Electrical Computer Science Information Technology or Embedded Systems Engineering 15 years fulltime education required is necessary.
BE BTech or ME MTech in Electronics Electrical Computer Science Information Technology or Embedded Systems Engineering 15 years fulltime education required
About Accenture
Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance citizen services—creating tangible value at speed and scale. We are a talent- and innovation-led company with approximately 791,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Technology is at the core of change today, and we are one of the world’s leaders in helping drive that change, with strong ecosystem relationships. We combine our strength in technology and leadership in cloud, data and AI with unmatched industry experience, functional expertise and global delivery capability. Our broad range of services, solutions and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Song, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360° value, enable us to help our clients reinvent and build trusted, lasting relationships. We measure our success by the 360° value we create for our clients, each other, our shareholders, partners and communities.Visit us at www.accenture.com
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Skills Required
- Minimum 12 years of professional experience
- Minimum 15 years of experience in automotive embedded software and cross-domain SDV platform development
- BE, BTech, ME, or MTech in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Embedded Systems Engineering
- 15 years of full-time education
- Mastery of SDV embedded systems engineering, electrical and electronic architecture, mixed-criticality design, safety allocation, and Vehicle OS
- Expertise in ISO 26262 ASIL B, C, and D and ISO/SAE 21434 cybersecurity governance
- Experience defining platform-level SDV architectures spanning HPC, zonal controllers, and domain ECUs for multiple OEMs
- Deep MBSE expertise with SysML-based electrical and electronic architecture and model-driven safety requirements
- Experience governing ASPICE-compliant SDV embedded systems engineering organizations and driving process maturity
- Engagement experience with OEM Chief SDV Platform Architects on complex cross-domain embedded platform programs
- Proven track record delivering systems engineering across high-complexity SDV embedded platform programs
- Experience with SOAFEE architecture, WAL, HAL design, container orchestration, and SDV reference implementations
- Knowledge of Eclipse SDV ecosystem architecture, including Eclipse Kuksa, Leda, Chariott, and Agemo
- Familiarity with AI safety co-design, ISO/IEC 42001, SOTIF ISO 21448, and safety performance indicators
- Exposure to formal systems engineering methods including Z notation, TLA+, or Alloy
- Understanding of global SDV regulations, including the EU Cyber Resilience Act, UN GTR, China GB standards, and NHTSA guidance
Accenture Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Accenture and has not been reviewed or approved by Accenture.
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Healthcare Strength — Pay is considered competitive when paired with robust insurance options and other perks that compare well with large consulting and IT services peers. Multiple national medical plan options plus dental and vision are positioned as a core strength of the overall package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a standout feature through a 401(k) dollar-for-dollar match up to a set percentage after eligibility. The package is reinforced by additional financial programs such as savings tools and related resources.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental and caregiving supports are presented as a meaningful benefit differentiator through substantial paid parental leave and multiple caregiver-oriented programs. Backup care and fertility/adoption/surrogacy navigation and reimbursements add breadth to family support beyond leave alone.
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