Director, ADK Core Engineering
Core
Oversee engineering operations and strategy for autonomous vehicle platforms, integrating sensor technologies, networking, and embedded software to deliver safe, accessible mobility solutions.
Role type
Director, Core Engineering (Autonomous Vehicles)
Builds
Next-generation autonomous vehicle platforms and embedded software systems
Domain
Autonomous driving, automotive engineering, embedded systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Engineering leadership, technical strategy formulation, cross-functional team management, budget management, OKR definition, functional safety compliance (UL 4600), value engineering, embedded software architecture
Preferred skills
MS in Engineering or Business, startup experience, ADAS development, post-market vehicle improvement, operations management
Technologies
Sensor technologies, networking, power systems, computing systems, embedded software, autonomous driving subsystems
Responsibilities
Lead integration of sensor, networking, power, and computing systems into vehicle platforms; manage partnerships with 3rd party engineering firms; lead vehicle engineering for embedded software; coordinate with product and program management; oversee departmental KPIs, budgets, and people management; define long-term technical roadmap and product strategy; lead value analysis and engineering activities; ensure compliance with functional safety requirements
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership & team management