Automotive Functional Safety Software Architect Engineer Staff

Responsibilities

• Lead SoC BSP software level functional safety architecture for Qualcomm ADAS/Autonomy SoCs
• Define and implement the Safety Concept and Architecture of SoC BSP software
• Define Software Safety requirements and deploy safety processes following ISO26262
• Lead safety architecture activities for complex SoC and ADAS/AD software
• Perform safety analysis including FMEA, DFA, and FTA
• Collaborate with customers, architects, safety managers, and software quality teams to ensure adherence to ISO26262 and ASPICE processes

Requirements

• 10-15 years of industry experience in embedded software, specifically within the automotive domain
• Minimum 4 years of experience in ISO26262 (specifically Part 6)
• Proven experience in functional safety software architecture and safety requirements definition
• Proficiency in C/C++ programming languages
• Strong understanding of SoC architecture, ARM architecture, and SoC peripherals
• Deep knowledge of low-level BSP software, drivers, RTOS, and operating systems like Linux or QNX
• Experience with the complete Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and safety analysis tools
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of software architecture and design tools such as UML or SysML
• Experience with ASPICE or equivalent quality standards
• Functional Safety related professional trainings or certifications
• Experience supporting customers or OEMs with functional safety and system safety concepts
• Experience with functional safety audits
• Exposure to SOTIF (Safety of the Intended Functionality)

About the Company

Qualcomm is a global leader in wireless technology, developing optimized solutions built on DSP, computer vision, and machine learning algorithms. Our ADAS/Autonomy team is at the forefront of innovation, creating the next generation of intelligent automotive SoCs.