System Architecture Leader
Become a Part of the Marelli team. We are a global independent automotive supplier with a passion for performance and speed. We are pioneers of the future of mobility. Our story is built on innovation and manufacturing excellence.
Every day, we drive change and co-create what comes next. Our purpose is simple yet ambitious: "Let's push the boundaries together. We aspire to shape future mobility dreams and turn them into reality.”
Joining the Marelli Electronics team means becoming a part of something bigger, a place where you can explore your potential, pioneer innovation, [insert here division definition].
As a global yet fast-evolving company, we're looking for team members who want to grow and evolve with us.
About the Position:
We are looking for an experienced System Architecture Leader (SAL) / System Lead who will lead the System Architecture and System Requirements Team and activities for a specific product like Automotive Displays, P-HUDs . His/her mission is to manage for a specific Project the Customer Requirements elicitation, System Requirements engineering and System Architectural Design processes. Also, he/she will be actively involved in benchmarking studies, market trends for Hardware and Software architecture in Automotive industry.
Your Responsibilities will be:
- As part of the Offer Team, contribute to the early definition of the product during the offer phase, in order to make a proper evaluation of the Hardware/Software perimeter, related development and related cost. Coordinate the generation of the Technical Dossier for the offer.
- During project execution, Coordinate and lead all System Architecture and System Requirements engineering activities.
- Manage the planning of the System Architecture and System Requirements teams, being accountable in front of the customer for the related deliverables
- Establish and follow-up proper indicators in order to monitor the Teams activity
- Guarantee Standard Processes and Tools application on the project
- Coordinate the system functional repartition between Mechanics, Optics, HW and SW
- Provide technical governance in the System Architecture and System Requirements teams about different implementation proposals
- Support Customer and development team during the stakeholders’ requirements elicitation and Change Request processes
- Depending on the size of the project, in addition to his/her SAL specific role, he/she can also take over activities assigned to SRE or SA roles
- Participate when requested to the meetings with the customer supporting the Project Manager and the Technical Project Leader on technical discussion
- Support, through his/her team, the development teams during quality and performance convergence phases
- Ensure the verification of System Requirements and System Architecture including system interfaces
- Based on project needs act as Change Manager ensure CRs follow defined workflow and implementation plan.
- Leading ASPICE/internal audits from Systems domain for SYS-1, SYS-2 & SYS-3
- Communicate architecture decisions effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
- Represent system in technical reviews and workshops with customers and partners.
- Build confidence by ensuring transparency and technical rigor.
What Qualifications you will bring:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics/Electrical/Computer Engineering, or related field.
- 10+ years of embedded product development experience in automotive ECU programs.
- In-dept knowledge of type of Displays (LCD, TFT, OLED), Backlight techniques (Edge-lit, Local dimming/FALD), TCON, LED drivers, Serializer/De-serializers, other optical specifications.
- Strong knowledge of embedded C/C++, RTOS, and microcontroller-based development.
- Experience on Operating Systems (OSEK, AUTOSAR)
- Familiarity with communication protocols (CAN, LIN, SPI, Ethernet, UDS, LVDS).
- Knowledge of software development standards (ASPICE, ISO 26262).
- Requirements elicitation and engineering methodologies and tools (Doors)
- Prior experience on Architecture modeling methodologies and tools (Enterprise Architect and Simulink tools, UML and SYSML languages) is required.
- Automotive industrialization rules & manufacturing processes (End Of line, product calibrations)
- Requirements management tools (e.g. DOORS)
- Knowledge of Automotive technical, environmental and homologation standards (JASO, ISO, ECE, etc.)
- Atlassian Suite (Jira, Confluence tools)
- Analytic tools (APIS IQ) and methodologies (e.g. FMEA, FTA)
- Quality System knowledge
- Project Planning, Monitoring & Control
Other skills that we would welcome:
- Prior experience as System/Technical Leader automotive for the overall life cycle (from RFQ phase to Production follow up).
- Exposure to multiple ECU domains (Body Control, Infotainment, Displays, HUDs, Instrument Cluster, ADAS, etc.).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Prior experience working with OEMs like Stellantis, Nissan, GM, Ford, VW, BMW, etc
Expectations from you in this position:
- Strong leadership and mentoring capability.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborative, customer-focused, and quality-driven mindset.
What does this position offer you:
- Fast-paced yet supportive and high-performing international team with an inspiring ambition to transform the future of mobility.
- Support in onboarding and further training that will set you up with Marelli's speed.
- A hybrid work model, helping you to achieve work-life balance-combining the best of both spending time working remotely, benefitting from focus time, and purposeful co-creation time in the office.
Take the next step:
Together, we will drive the world towards a safer, greener, and better-connected future.
Are you ready to make your mark, shape the future of the automotive industry, and drive the growth of the [Division] business?
Talk to us! To apply, submit your application via [Website, such as LinkedIn].
About Us:
Marelli is one of the world’s leading global independent suppliers to the automotive sector, with a strong and established track record in innovation and manufacturing excellence. Our goal is to change the future of mobility by working with our customers and partners to create a safer, greener, and more connected world.
Our team supplies all major automotive manufacturers in Asia, Europe, and North and South America and the top racing teams in motorsport world championships. Our technology is purpose-driven and meticulously designed to deliver tangible value that truly matters to our customers.
Our business areas are automotive lighting and sensing, thermal solutions, electronics, green technology solutions, interior experience, propulsion solutions (e-powertrain and powertrain), ride dynamics, motorsport, and aftermarket business.
Within the walls of Marelli, we believe in enabling people to do their best work. Our cultural attributes - Drive Results, Accountable, Entrepreneurial, Inclusive, Innovative, and Aware - are the cornerstones of a new Marelli culture. Be part of it!
At Marelli, we believe in the importance of diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We are committed to nurturing talent in our diverse environment, and we take pride in our various employee resource groups, such as Marelli Women, Brains & Hearts Wellbeing, All Cultures, and Marelli's Rainbow. We believe these groups foster creativity and innovation through the unique perspectives of a multicultural community.
Nearest Major Market: Detroit