Director, Onboard Core Software
Core
Lead the strategic vision and execution for the software foundation of autonomous vehicles, owning the onboard software stack from embedded firmware through middleware to ensure safe and reliable platform performance.
Role type
Director, Onboard Core Software (Systems Software)
Builds
Embedded firmware, operating systems, runtime, and middleware for vehicle computing platforms
Domain
Autonomous vehicles / Automotive systems software
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Systems software architecture, embedded firmware, Linux kernel/BSP, real-time middleware, high-performance runtime, organizational leadership, cross-functional stakeholder management, production operations, engineering rigor
Preferred skills
Functional safety (ISO 26262), high-bandwidth low-latency systems, physical AI ecosystems, autonomous vehicle industry experience
Technologies
SoCs, safety MCUs, GPU compute, Linux, middleware
Responsibilities
Own the onboard software stack from firmware to middleware; lead and develop engineering managers and technical leaders; serve as primary contact for cross-functional accountability and boundary resolution; define quality metrics and release criteria for onboard software
Seniority
Director, hands-on IC with management of managers
