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 defining, evaluating, and maturing 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 supported by local functional management, with frequent cross-regional interactions involving teammates in France and Italy. You will assess technical feasibility, system-level integration, and architectural trade-offs while contributing to Stellantis’ connectivity roadmap. The role covers US-specific customers and their needs, and connects with the US ecosystem, including standardization, local suppliers and partners, and internal stakeholders such as senior fellows, product owners, AVP, MODULES, PLAN, and Brands.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
At least 8 years of relevant experience.
Experience in one or more of 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 (4G, 5G, and evolution to 5G Advanced and 6G), V2X, Wi-Fi, and GNSS/positioning.
Understanding of telematics hardware constraints, including modems, antennas, multi-SIM, and redundancy, and 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, NTN (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 such as mobility, latency, coverage, and reliability.
Contribute to and monitor standardization bodies, including 3GPP, SAE, and IEEE, and 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 connect with the US ecosystem, including standardization organizations, local suppliers, partners, and internal stakeholders.