Connectivity Senior System Architect

Stellantis•Auburn Hills, MI

About The Position

Within the TECH Research organization, the Advanced Connectivity Technologies team (12 people) drives innovation in next-generation wireless communication systems for automotive applications. As a System Architect – Connectivity Technology Enablers, you will contribute to the definition, evaluation, and maturation of advanced connectivity solutions for future vehicle platforms. The role sits at the intersection of research, system architecture, and innovation, translating emerging technologies into structured, feasible automotive system concepts. You will work in an international organizational unit with local functional management and frequent cross-regional interactions with teammates in France and Italy. The role focuses on US-specific customers and needs, and on connecting with the US ecosystem, including standardization bodies, local suppliers, partners, and internal stakeholders such as senior fellows, product owners, AVP, MODULES, PLAN, and Brands. You will assess technical feasibility, system-level integration, and architectural trade-offs while contributing to the broader Stellantis connectivity roadmap.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.
Experience in one or more of the following domains: automotive telematics, IoT connectivity systems, telecom infrastructure, or connected services.
Strong knowledge of wireless communication fundamentals, including PHY/MAC layers, modulation, coding, channel access, radio propagation, and system constraints.
Familiarity with cellular technologies including 4G, 5G, and the evolution to 5G Advanced and 6G; V2X, Wi-Fi, and GNSS/positioning.
Understanding of telematics hardware constraints, including modems, antennas, multi-SIM, and redundancy.
Understanding of vehicle-to-cloud architectures and integration.
Exposure to automotive cybersecurity and secure communication architectures.
Experience with simulation tools such as MATLAB, ns-3, or equivalent.
Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.
Ability to structure complex systems and communicate architecture clearly.
Proactive and curious, with a strong interest in emerging technologies.
Ability to work independently and in cross-functional environments.
Effective communication and collaboration skills in an international context.

Nice To Haves

Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
Experience with standardization activities (3GPP, IEEE, SAE).
Prior experience in research or innovation projects.
Contributions to publications, patents, or technical white papers.

Responsibilities

Define and contribute to end-to-end system architectures for advanced connectivity enablers, such as NTN, 5G Advanced, 6G, V2X, and connectivity for autonomy.
Translate product and stakeholder needs into system requirements, technical specifications, and interface definitions.
Ensure architectural consistency across vehicle, edge computing, and cloud domains.
Perform system-level trade-off analysis covering performance, cost, scalability, and reliability.
Evaluate emerging connectivity technologies, including 5G Advanced/6G, NR-V2X/C-V2X, non-terrestrial networks (LEO/GEO), edge computing, network slicing, private networks, and mmWave.
Lead or contribute to feasibility studies and proof-of-concepts aligned with Technology Readiness Levels (TRL).
Support the transition from research to development programs.
Contribute to system-level and link-level evaluations (PHY/MAC) using MATLAB, ns-3, or similar tools.
Analyze wireless system performance under automotive constraints, including mobility, latency, coverage, and reliability.
Contribute to and monitor standardization bodies including 3GPP, SAE, and IEEE, as well as industry alliances such as 5GAA.
Collaborate with industrial and academic partners to identify innovation opportunities.
Support preparation of technical reports, publications, and invention disclosures.
Address US-specific customer needs and engage with the US ecosystem of standardization, suppliers, and partners, as well as internal stakeholders.