Principal Software Safety Engineer

Role Summary 

The Principal Software Safety Engineer position in the System Safety and Validation team has two major objectives; coordinate, execute and document the Self-Certification & 3rd-Party Certification Activities for our OS and Middleware software systems and serve as a subject matter expert for software development best practices and architecture across multiple domains and languages.  

Role Responsibilities  

Product Certification and development activities (70%): 

• Responsible for leading Self-Certification & 3rd Party Certification Activities for our internally developed software execution environment (OS and Middleware)
• Acts as single-point-of-contact & on-site support for U.S. Partners performing Certification Testing
• Manages the certification timelines, requirements, dependencies & logistics.
• Manage software/hardware infrastructure (test-bench fixtures, parts and ECUs) required for validation efforts for in-house developed software components.
• Manages the teams error backlog to guarantee an in-time software launch.
• Reports the certification and validation status to CARIAD stakeholders & management.
• Technical alignment with suppliers and development partners.

Additional activities (30%): 

• Creation of safety relevant documentation, requirements and test specifications and reports.
• Status reporting to project stakeholders (domestic and international).
• Leading contract engineers on testing and certification best practices.
• Leading new project proposals to stakeholders (domestic and international).

Years of Experience 

• 12+ years of Safety Engineering industry experience including at least 5 years of hands-on experience in development of operating systems, middleware and/or communication fabric for safety critical systems. 

Required Education 

•  Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics or related technical field 

Desired Education 

• Master’s Degree (or greater) in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics or related technical field 

Skills: 

• Thoughtful Problem Solver & Communicator: Thinks analytically, critically & creatively and communicates with clarity, direction & purpose. 
• Attentive Listener: Listens actively while withholding judgment and advice. Clarifies intentions & motivations to anticipate and address potential conflicts & avoid misunderstanding. 
• Drives Diversity: Acts from a deep-rooted belief that we build better teams & products when we empower & learn from the broadest spectrum of humanity. 
• Leads with Integrity: Speaks-up with compassion & empathy to firmly stand by our values, principles, rules & regulations. 
• Thrives in Ambiguity: Approaches challenges with an open and curious mindset and a strong bias towards action. Zooms out to systematically map out the situation and is comfortable making high impact decisions based on limited or conflicting information. 
• Creates Clarity & Momentum: Aligns people, processes and systems to create forward momentum. Anticipates and removes impediments. Motivates teams to joint action to achieve common goals across organizational boundaries & cultural differences. 
• Highly Accountable: Assumes personal responsibility for making and keeping realistic agreements. Openly owns mistakes and consequences. Demonstrates strong commitment and consideration for the larger interests of society, the environment, the company and the team. 
• Develops Strategy, Partnerships & Business: Strong empathy, influencing and negotiation skills that help create alignment around product vision, budgets, resources, program planning, etc.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Motivated, energetic and desire to undertake new challenges

Required Skills: 

• Deep knowledge, understanding and hands on experience in ISO26262 standard.
• Proven track record in architecting end to end safety of one or more automotive software only elements and having taken it from proof of concept to successful production.
• Strong knowledge and experience in FMEDA, DFMEA, FMEA and fault campaign.
• ADAS safety requirements for L2++, L3, L4
• Experience in Safety management, traceability, analysis and tracking tools

Desired Skills 

• Background and knowledge in ISO 21434, ISO 21448 and UL-4600 Standard.
• Knowledge of software architecture for L2++, L3, L4

Work Flexibility 

• Calls, (virtual) meetings & workshops (overlapping with German business hours as needed) to align with stakeholders and development teams in Germany. 
• Occasional international and domestic travel to provide on-site support and planning/integration workshops with our internal and external stakeholders.

Compensation 

The salary range across the US for this remote position is $128,400 - $235,000. Salary range is dependent on factors such as geographical differentials, credentials or certifications, industry-based experience, qualification and training. 

CARIAD, Inc. provides performance based merits and annual bonus along with a competitive benefits package. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match and defined contribution plan, short and long term disability, basic life and AD&D insurance, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment plans, maternity and non-primary caregiver leave, adoption assistance, employee referral program and vacation and paid holidays. We also offer a unique vehicle lease program that covers registration and insurance fees. 

CARIAD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, color, gender identity/expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws. 

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