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Sr Director, System Software - Android

CARIAD, part of Volkswagen Group, focuses on automotive software to enhance vehicle safety, sustainability, and digital experiences. We seek an experienced Sr Director to lead the Android System Software team, driving strategic development and innovation for our automotive infotainment platform.

Skills

  • Extensive hands-on experience with Android AOSP and AAOSP including kernel to application
  • Strong knowledge of Android virtualization technologies
  • Experience with GAS and Google AOSP SDV
  • Proven leadership in large volume embedded software product development
  • Proficiency in Agile software development methodologies
  • Software architecture expertise for complex embedded systems
  • Experience with audio, video, HMI, networking, security, and connectivity software stacks
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute strategic vision for Android System partition aligned with organizational goals
  • Lead and organize global cross-functional software engineering teams
  • Manage budgets, staffing, and personnel development across software teams
  • Drive collaboration and communication across teams and stakeholders
  • Oversee contractors and vendors to ensure project success
  • Lead financial planning and budgeting for software development
  • Spearhead innovation and research initiatives for software platform evolution
  • Develop and maintain software architecture roadmap and technology stack
  • Communicate project status and technical challenges clearly
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to define software requirements and metrics

Education

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

Benefits

  • Performance-based merits and annual bonus
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401k with employer match and defined contribution plan
  • Short and long term disability coverage
  • 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
  • Vacation and paid holidays
  • Unique vehicle lease program including registration and insurance fees
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DATE POSTED
July 22, 2025
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