Middleware Architect

We are Aptiv - a global technology company with 190,000 specialists in 46 countries. We develop innovative software and build the hardware to bring autonomous driving cars, advanced driver-assistance systems, connected vehicles and smart cities to life in a way that only we can. We work in partnership with almost all car manufacturers. Our sensors, systems and software can already be found in almost all passenger cars today.
With our deep domain expertise, Aptiv is developing solutions that solve our customers' toughest challenges. We are enabling the transition to software-defined vehicles supported by electrified and intelligently connected architectures – which will combine to power the future of mobility.
Position Summary
The Architect within the Aptiv LINC Middleware organization is responsible for defining the technical vision, architecture, and evolution of the Aptiv LINC platform. This role provides technical leadership across middleware services, platform infrastructure, software-defined vehicle (SDV) architectures, cloud-connected vehicle solutions, and next-generation automotive software platforms.
The Architect collaborates with product management, OEM customers, engineering teams, system architects, and external partners to drive scalable, deterministic, secure, and portable middleware solutions supporting multiple vehicle domains including ADAS, Body, Connectivity, Cockpit, and Central Compute systems. Aptiv LINC emphasizes cross-domain middleware, API-first development, hardware abstraction, communication frameworks, execution management, diagnostics, OTA, containerization, and edge intelligence capabilities
Responsibilities
Define and maintain the overall technical architecture of the Aptiv LINC middleware platform.
Drive architectural direction for Communication Middleware, Platform services for maintaining lifecycle, health, state and storage management of SDV, OTA update management, diagnostics management and vehicle data management.
Define service oriented and event driver architectural patterns.
Provide technical leadership across multiple global engineering teams.
Drive adoption of engineering best practices and architectural governance.
Review technical proposals, customer requirements, and product roadmaps.
Lead architecture reviews, design assessments and mentor juniors
Engage directly with OEM customers to understand platform requirements and future SDV needs.
Required Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
Experience
12 years of software engineering experience.
5 years in software architecture or technical leadership roles.
Experience delivering large-scale middleware or platform software products.
Knowledge of safety, cybersecurity and quality processes
Strong automotive software domain expertise.
Technical Skills
Strong knowledge of:
C and modern software architecture
Linux and POSIX systems
Real-time and distributed systems
Middleware frameworks
Service-oriented architecture (SOA)
Event-driven architectures
Preferred Qualifications
Expertise in AUTOSAR Adaptive and Classic architectures.
CI/CD and DevOps practices
Experience with container orchestration frameworks.
Experience with SDV architectures and central compute platforms.
Cloud experience with Azure, AWS, or GCP.
Experience supporting OEM engagements and technical business development activities.
Publications, patents, conference presentations, or open-source contributions.
WHY JOIN US?
You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.
You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.
You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.
YOUR BENEFITS AT APTIV:
Private health care effective day 1 of employment
Life and accident insurance
Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, Designated time off, Parental leave)
Relocation assistance may be available
Learning and development opportunities
Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers
Recognition for innovation and excellence
Opportunities to give back to the community
Tuition Reimbursement
APPLY TODAY, AND TOGETHER LET’S CHANGE TOMORROW!
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Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Privacy Notice - Active Candidates: https://www.aptiv.com/privacy-notice-active-candidates
Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.