Propulsion System SW Subsystem Architect

Stellantis•Auburn Hills, MI

12d

About The Position

Stellantis is advancing the next generation of propulsion systems, and we are looking for a Subsystem Architect to play a key role in that transformation. In this position, you will be responsible for the definition, coordination, and technical integrity of software subsystems embedded in Powertrain Electronic Control Units (ECUs). These ECUs—such as Engine Control Module —are mission-critical components enabling performance, efficiency, and safety of hybrid vehicles. You will operate at the system and subsystem architecture level, contributing from early concept and pre-development through series production, in close collaboration with global engineering teams and suppliers.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Engineering, or related field
5 years of related experience
Experience in embedded systems or software architecture
Strong background in distributed E/E architectures
Solid understanding of automotive communication networks (CAN, LIN, FlexRay, Ethernet)
Hands-on or architectural experience with AUTOSAR (required)
Experience with system-level functional allocation across ECUs
Strong system-level and architectural thinking
Ability to operate across technical depth and high-level abstraction
Effective communicator in cross-functional and multicultural teams
Structured, proactive, and solution-oriented
Comfortable working in a global development environment

Nice To Haves

Automotive experience preferred; candidates from aerospace or other embedded industries will be considered
Foundational knowledge of Artificial Intelligence concepts is a plus

Responsibilities

Define and implement the ECU subsystem design in line with Stellantis technical policies and vehicle-level requirements.
Translate subsystem input specifications into robust and scalable technical solutions.
Ensure consistency across software, hardware, and network interfaces (ECUs, sensors, actuators).
Oversee the ECU subsystem design and development strategy for propulsion ECUs.
Coordinate closely with ECU technical leaders to ensure proper allocation of software functions, alignment with vehicle and system constraints, and timely delivery of software-related artifacts.
Ensure coherence of interfaces including vehicle networks (CAN, LIN, FlexRay, Ethernet), sensors, actuators, and wiring, and hardware–software interfaces.
Support distributed system design, where functions span multiple ECUs.
Lead and participate in technical design reviews to assess subsystem maturity.
Ensure requirements compliance and validation with suppliers and internal partners.
Contribute to supplier engagement activities, including technical specifications, architecture and solution justifications, and technical decision and trade-off documentation.
Act as a key technical interface across internal teams, projects, and external partners.
Support convergence of functional and technical needs in a global development environment.
Participate in project and ECU-level coordination meetings.
Drive reuse of proven and generic solutions to reduce complexity and design variability.
Contribute to best practices, lessons learned, and technical documentation (design guides, standards, processes).
Support continuous improvement of Stellantis’ technical frameworks.