JOB ID 27427

Senior SW Architect

  • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
  • IT, Program・Project Management, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
  • Tokyo
  • ¥13,000,000~¥15,000,000

This company is a global automotive technology supplier specializing in advanced sensing systems, electrification, and intelligent mobility solutions.
The company operates internationally with strong R&D capabilities and collaborates with major OEMs to develop next-generation safety and in-cabin technologies.

In this role, you will define and lead the software architecture of next-generation autonomous driving systems.

You will be responsible for establishing the core system architecture and design philosophy for advanced ADAS products, including system performance, scalability, safety, and long-term platform sustainability.

Working closely with software, validation, and global engineering teams, you will drive high-level technical decisions and ensure the successful integration of multi-sensor systems including cameras, radar, and ultrasonic technologies.

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Job Description

  • Responsibilities
    Software Architecture Design
    ・Define and design overall embedded software architecture
    ・Design static and dynamic system behavior including component structure, memory allocation, boot sequences, scheduling, & resource management

    System Performance & Optimization・Design
    and validate CPU load, memory usage, and real-time performance
    ・Optimize overall system efficiency and scalability
    ・Define architecture constraints and technical requirements

    Technical Governance & Standards
    ・Define and maintain architecture guidelines and development standards
    ・Ensure adoption across development teams
    ・Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance

    Technical Leadership & Quality Assurance
    ・Conduct architecture reviews and technical assessments
    ・Support Function Owners and software development teams
    ・Ensure compliance with functional safety requirements including ISO 26262

    Global Collaboration & Customer Interaction
    ・Lead technical discussions with customers regarding performance, system design & technical constraints

    Collaborate with global development teams
    ・Report technical KPIs such as CPU load, RAM usage & response times
  • Requirements
    ・Minimum 8 years of experience in embedded software architecture design
    ・Strong understanding of system architecture and system design
    ・Business-level English
    ・Coding test required during the interview process
  • Preferred
    ・Automotive industry experience
    ・Experience or knowledge related to ADAS, AUTOSAR, Linux, ISO 26262, & multi-core systems
  • Location
    Tokyo
  • Work Style
    Flex working possible
  • Salary
    ¥13,000,000~¥15,000,000
  • Attractive
    Points
    Japanese company with global opportunities, Listed company, Overseas communication, Foreign capital company, Make use of languages, Weekends and holidays off, Major corporation, Management Position

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