Core Platform Service SME
Full-time
Auburn Hills, MI, USA
About the job
As a Subject Matter Expert (SME) within the Core Platform Services organization at Stellantis, you will play a critical role in shaping the software foundations that power our next generation Software Defined Vehicles (SDVs). You will join a cross functional team of platform architects, software engineers, and system integrators who are collectively building the reusable, domain agnostic core services that support major product areas—including Automated Driving, Infotainment, Connectivity, and Body Systems.
In this role, you will directly influence our technical direction, help define scalable service oriented architectures, and ensure that platform capabilities are robust, future proof, and aligned with industry best practices. You will serve as a technical advisor by bringing insights on emerging technologies, process improvements, and solutions to engineering roadblocks.
Your work will accelerate development across multiple vehicle programs, enabling teams across Stellantis to build smarter, safer, and more connected customer experiences.
What You'll Do You will contribute both as a hands on technical expert and a strategic influencer. Your responsibilities include:
Lead & Guide
- Lead technical discussions and guide engineering teams toward strong architectural decisions.
- Mentor developers and collaborate with cross functional partners across domains.
- Provide clear technical direction to ensure consistency, scalability, and maintainability of platform services.
Architect & Design
- Create system requirements, architecture definitions, and design documents for platform services aligned with Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) principles.
- Evaluate and integrate new technologies that enhance the platform’s efficiency, performance, and reliability.
- Ensure that platform services are reusable across diverse vehicle domains.
- Help resolve technical blockers, architecture gaps, and system level issues across teams.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to optimize processes and accelerate development.
What You Bring You’ll be successful in this role if you bring both strong technical depth and the ability to collaborate across a fast moving, cross functional environment.
Basic Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
- A minimum of 8 years of experience developing embedded software for real-time or distributed systems.
- Hands-on software development experience using C/C++ and Java.
- Experience developing software for MCUs, SoCs, and working within RTOS environments (such as QNX) and /or Linux-based platforms.
- Solid understanding of in-vehicle and distributed communication protocols such as CAN, Ethernet, and SOME/IP.
- Experience using modern development tools including:
- GitHub for version control
- AUTOSAR Adaptive/Classic workflows
- Build systems like CMake or Bazel
- Package managers like Conan
- CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or TeamCity
- Strong system-design experience, including the ability to translate high-level concepts into well-defined architectures and requirements.
- Proven ability to collaborate across functions and disciplines, and to communicate complex issues clearly and persuasively.
- Strong problem-solving skills and an adaptable mindset suited for a fast moving, evolving technology environment.
- Experience in industries such as Automotive, Aerospace, or Consumer Electronics, with a solid understanding of embedded product development lifecycles.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience developing software in AUTOSAR Adaptive/Classic or similar middleware environment
- Experience in building products using middleware with Service Oriented Architecture (SOA)
- Ability to translate signal-based design into service-oriented design
Our Benefits — Designed With You In Mind Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected. Also, our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers confidential support for personal and professional challenges, always ready when you need it.
Family Building Benefit We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.
Generous Paid Time Off We believe in work-life balance. That’s why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.
Competitive Retirement Savings Plans We Help You Plan For The Future With
- An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
- An employer contribution, even if you don’t contribute
Income Protection & Insurance Options Benefit from both employer-provided and voluntary plan offerings, including life insurance, group accident, critical illness, etc. - supporting the needs of you and your family and ensuring peace of mind.
Company Vehicle Lease Program Eligible employees and their immediate families can participate in the company vehicle lease program, providing access to Stellantis vehicles with insurance, maintenance, and unlimited miles included. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.
Support for Your Growth and Giving Back We believe in investing in your future and your passions:
- Tuition reimbursement
- Student loan refinancing programs
- 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community
And so much more! When you join us, you’re not just building a career — you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.
At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.
EOE / Disability / Veteran