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What we offer:
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Group Summary:
Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That's what we're passionate about at Magna Electronics, and we do it by creating world-class Electronic systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex Electronic systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Electronics.
Job Responsibilities:
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must have current and ongoing authorization to work in the United States.
About Us
We see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That's why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people. Forward. For all.
Group Summary
Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That's what we're passionate about at Magna Electronics, and we do it by creating world-class Electronic systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex Electronic systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Electronics.
About the Role
The Software Lead is responsible for the successful development and maintenance of the automotive embedded software products (ADAS ECU) from concept to production within project and company mandated targets. The Software Lead is the key technical interface for all software engineering topics.
This role involves hands-on ADAS ECU SW development, and the SW project management. The role requires independent operation, leadership of the software team, and effective communication of project status and deliverables.
Your Responsibilities

• Development (design, implement, test and debug) of core and/or application specific software requirements for complex automotive embedded electronic module serial production projects

• Create/Maintain SW Timeplan per internal and external milestones, including effort estimates, expected work products, and product deliveries. Also, responsible for managing the day-to-day activities of the project SW team per the production engineering schedule, providing high level guidance and direction on project work.

• Responsible for the releasing the software deliverables with all needed work products to the Engineering project team and the manufacturing team (Release Notes, Software Test Reports, First Article)

Additional Responsibilities:

• Define, communicate, and document software architecture, making technical trade-offs when needed.

• Support system requirements negotiations, and review/approve engineering work products.

• Facilitate continuous improvement by implementing enhancements to products, processes, and programs.

• Provide leadership to software team members, supporting their development and ensuring project success.

• Manage SW risks. Report status, prepare contingency and mitigation plans and execute corrective actions.

Who we are looking for
Education

• Master's degree in software engineering

Experience

• Minimum of 8 years' relevant experience in serial development for automotive software

• Minimum of 3 years of demonstrated experience in a software leadership role is desired

• Comprehensive knowledge working with operating systems on MCU or ARM

• Strong technical background; comprehensive working knowledge in embedded C/C++ Development

• Comprehensive knowledge of configuration management, project planning and tracking techniques

Your preferred qualifications

• Prior experience leading a global team is a plus

• Involvement in successful launches of automotive software products is a plus

• Deep and comprehensive working knowledge of structured problem solving and engineering methodologies

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor in compliance with federal and state laws.
HEALTH AND SAFETY

• Ensures all Company policies, procedures, plant standards, and safety rules are consistently adhered to.

• Displays a positive attitude towards safety, works safely and follows all the Company's safety policies and procedures.

• (US) Complies with all Health, Safety and Environmental standards in accordance with the Magna Employee Charter, the Occupational Health & Safety Act, and the Michigan Occupational Health & Safety Act.

• (ONTARIO) Complies with all Health, Safety and Environmental standards in accordance with the Magna Employee Charter, and the Occupational Health & Safety Act.

• Ensures all employees and visitors have a safe environment in that safety and housekeeping standards are maintained; and all hazards, unsafe actions, or unsafe conditions have been identified, corrected, and/or eliminated.

• Responds to and investigates all reports of injuries, accidents, illnesses, near misses and property damage immediately.

• Takes an active part in the division's safety program by performing regular workplace inspections, effectively investigates accidents/incidents promptly and assists in meeting or exceeding the division's safety goals.

• Normal amount of sitting and standing, average mobility to move around an office and plant environment, able to conduct normal amount of work on a computer.

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure
As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.
Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Magna Electronics