Network Specialist

Senior Engineer with a background in advanced in-vehicle Network Communication protocols to deliver state-of-the-art EE platforms that will enable the Stellantis SW Strategy, optimize solutions, and allow Hardware evolution decoupled from Software with an Agile approach.

Responsibilities

• Define and own in-vehicle Network requirements and guidelines for implementation in electrical and electronics units on the new Stellantis platform.
• Provide requirements to develop HW & low-level layers of SW based on a Service Oriented Architecture (SOA).
• Release, Maintain and Update Automotive Ethernet, CAN and LIN communication guidelines.
• Perform and assure network quality KPIs achievement: bus loading and timing analysis.
• Execute Technical and Design Review with Tier1/2 and internal stakeholders to ensure that the component/system design is compliant with Stellantis guidelines.
• Develop, maintain and update the technical specifications and the design rules related to the in-vehicle networking features.
• Facilitate research, design, development, and engineering skill development for the team.
• Relentlessly drive to early life cycle delivery through an agile approach.
• Develop a culture of collaboration, diversity and inclusion.
• Willing to take action and drive results.

Basic Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of industry experience in EE Architecture design or Electrical Engineering architecture roles.
• Bachelor in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering.
• Experience in defining and designing large complex embedded networked computer systems including definition of system topologies, components, and interfaces.
• Demonstrated experience in Network Communication Design: CAN, CAN-FD, Automotive Ethernet, LIN and LVDS in-vehicle protocols.
• Experience implementing Automotive Ethernet based communication protocols: Quality of Service concept; Audio Video Bridging (AVB); Time Sensitive Networking (TSN); Socket Adaptor; Service Oriented approach (SOME/IP); TCP/UDP; MQTT.
• Knowledge of Automotive Ethernet VLAN configuration, Time Synchronization mechanisms, Wake-Up/Sleep coordination, ARXML export. Knowledge of CAN protocol, variants (CAN and CAN-FD), related network release documents (ARXML and DBC files) and network configurations guidelines (number of ECUs and length of networks, wake-up requirements using NMF or on traffic, etc.)
• Knowledge of LIN protocol and related network release documents (LDF and NCF files).
• Good knowledge on off-board communication protocols (WiFi, 4G/5G, V2X connectivity).
• Proven success in building game-changing products in the automotive industry.
• Management experience in ideating and creating intellectual property.
• Experience to establish a professional network within the ecosystem of automotive suppliers, and technology companies such as: Computer system technology companies; International Standard Committees (ISO, IEEE), Semiconductor vendors; Start-up companies.
• Strong systems thinker.
• Fluency in English is required, any other European language is an advantage.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master or PHD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering.
• Designed EE platforms or components for Service Oriented Architectures (SOA).
• Track record experience with the design and requirements of the following complex automotive domains: ADAS/AD; Body; Cockpit; Connectivity, Powertrain and Power Distribution.
• Experience using networking tools such as CANalyzer, CANoe, PREEvision.
• AUTOSAR process/tools know-how and application experience.
• Knowledge of AUTOSAR communication Basic SW modules
• 3+ years of experience in EE Systems or EE Architecture R&D.
• Exhibits excellent, clear, and detail-oriented written and verbal communications on highly complex topics.
• Stellantis EE Architecture roadmap.

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.

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