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Principal Software Architect - Infotainment SoCs and SW ecosystem

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    Full-time
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  • Framingham
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AI generated summary

  • You must have 10+ years in automotive infotainment software, architect-level experience, knowledge of SoCs, strong development skills, project management, and a relevant degree.
  • You will design automotive software architectures, influence OEM decisions, address specific needs, collaborate cross-functionally, leverage software capabilities, and stay updated on audio tech advancements.

Requirements

  • Skills & Experience:
  • 10+ years of experience developing automotive infotainment software, with extensive experience at the architect level.
  • Deep knowledge in infotainment software ecosystems from Hypervisors to embedded Linux to Android Automotive.
  • Hands-on knowledge with automotive processor architectures, such as Qualcomm snapdragon SoC, Analog Devices DSPs
  • Strong software development skills and knowledge/experience in software engineering best practices (i.e. OOD, modularity, extensibility, reusability, and maintainability)
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to understand requirements, produce clear and concise technical documentation
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze complex technical challenges to deliver optimal solutions.
  • Project management skills for planning, timing, executing and reporting
  • Automotive industry experience is essential
  • Education:
  • BS or MS (preferred) Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering or similar fields

Responsibilities

  • - As part of the software architecture team, propose, define, design, and implement Bose automotive software architecture and platforms which provide the abstraction layers that enable us to deliver Bose unique audio experiences in various hardware and software environments.
  • - Communicate with technical credibility, presenting Bose's software platform solutions effectively to targeted OEMs. Influence their technical decisions by showcasing win-win scenarios and reducing OEM’s audio software integration complexity.
  • - Understand automotive industry software-defined vehicle roadmap and help align Bose’s automotive software architecture and platform direction to service the market.
  • - Act as an infotainment SoC architecture and software ecosystem technical expert, understand OEM’s specific needs and challenges, and provide solutions to address OEM’s development pain points and risks. Collaborate closely with the sales and business development teams to ensure alignment with customer expectations.
  • - Be an influential leader who works cross-functionally to represent Bose's technical capabilities, particularly in software, to our OEM customers.
  • - Leverage Bose's full software capability, including consumer product software, mobile apps, and cloud services, to bring additional value to the vehicle and our customers.
  • - Stay abreast of the latest advancements in automotive audio software technologies, evaluating their relevance and potential integration into our products.

FAQs

What is the role of the Principal Software Architect at Bose?

The Principal Software Architect will shape the technological landscape of automotive products, focusing on software architecture, customer engagement, and cross-functional collaboration to drive successful outcomes for customers and Bose.

What are the key responsibilities of this position?

The key responsibilities include defining and implementing Bose automotive software architecture, communicating technical solutions to OEMs, understanding industry roadmaps, acting as a technical expert for infotainment SoC, collaborating with sales teams, leveraging software capabilities, and staying updated on advancements in automotive audio technologies.

What qualifications are required for this role?

A minimum of 10 years of experience developing automotive infotainment software, deep knowledge in infotainment software ecosystems, hands-on experience with automotive processor architectures, strong software development skills, excellent communication skills, and project management skills are required. A BS or MS in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering (or similar) is preferred.

Is automotive industry experience necessary for this position?

Yes, automotive industry experience is essential for this role.

What type of projects will the Principal Software Architect work on?

The Principal Software Architect will work on projects related to automotive software architecture and platforms that facilitate Bose's unique audio experiences across various hardware and software environments.

Will there be opportunities for collaboration with other teams?

Yes, the role involves cross-functional collaboration, particularly with sales and business development teams to align with customer expectations and showcase Bose's technical capabilities.

How does Bose support diversity and inclusion in the hiring process?

Bose is committed to inclusion and diversity, evaluating applicants without regard to protected characteristics, and providing reasonable accommodations during the application and employment process.

What is Bose's approach to reasonable accommodations for applicants?

Bose provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and encourages them to contact Wellbeing@bose.com to discuss their accommodation needs during the application process.

What communication skills are expected of the Principal Software Architect?

Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required, including the ability to understand requirements and produce clear and concise technical documentation.

Is a hands-on approach necessary for this role?

Yes, the Principal Software Architect should possess hands-on knowledge with automotive processor architectures and strong software development skills to effectively contribute to software architecture and solutions.

Sound Is Power

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1964
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Bose Corporation was founded in 1964 by Dr. Amar G. Bose, then a professor of electrical engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Today, the company is driven by its founding principles, investing in long-term research with one fundamental goal: to develop new technologies with real customer benefits. Bose innovations have spanned decades and industries, creating and transforming categories in audio and beyond. Bose products for the home, in the car, on the go and in public spaces have become iconic, changing the way people listen to music.