What you will do:

As the Director Software Engineering, you will lead and scale Clarios' global software engineering organization as a core within Embedded System Product Engineering. You will build and continuously develop the capabilities required to deliver high-quality, compliant, and scalable embedded software for safety-critical low voltage energy systems.

You will drive the transition from project-based development towards a platform-oriented approach and ensure reliable execution of software delivery across all automotive programs, including SOP and field performance. Your success will be defined by your ability to build a high-performing global organization, strengthen engineering discipline, and enable efficient, scalable software development across the portfolio.

How you will do it:
• Lead, develop grow the global software engineering organization, including structure definition, leadership development, and capability build-up
• Build, scale, and integrate software engineering teams into a unified global organization
• Drive execution of software development across programs, alignment with product engineering and program requirements
• Own and enforce software development processes, standards, and governance aligned with ASPICE, ISO 26262, and ISO 21434 and Clarios' Governance
• Develop and introduce software platform capabilities, including configuration management, variant management, and lifecycle management
• Implement and operate modern development environments, including CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and integrated toolchains within the organization
• Define and track software engineering KPIs to manage delivery performance, quality, and efficiency
• Lead software-related supplier and partner management, including sourcing inputs, technical governance, quality/performance management, and ensuring supplier deliverables comply with Clarios' processes and standards (ASPICE/ISO 26262/ISO 21434) across the full lifecycle.
• Ensure strong integration of software engineering into cross-functional development across systems, hardware, and product management

What you look for:
Required:
o 12+ years of experience in embedded software engineering within automotive
environments, preferably safety-critical systems
o 5+ years of leadership managing and developing engineering organizations
o Proven experience in building and scaling global software engineering organizations across multiple regions and cultures
o Proven track record in delivering embedded software for automotive production programs, including SOP and field introduction
o Strong experience in battery management systems (BMS) and LV-Energy Systems or similar systems (e.g. power electronics control)
o Deep understanding of automotive standards including ASPICE (including
assessments), ISO 26262, and ISO 21434
o Proven experience in developing software for safety-critical systems (ASIL C/D)
o Experience in developing or introducing software platforms in the context of product platforms, including modular architectures, reuse, and variant management
o Strong understanding of embedded system architectures and cross-functional system integration
o Experience in industrializing software, including release management, configuration management, and multi-program execution
o Experience with modern development environments, including CI/CD, automated testing (MiL, SiL, HiL), and integrated toolchains
o Proven ability to build engineering capabilities, including hiring, organizational design, and leadership development
o Experience in Tier 1 automotive suppliers or OEM environments strongly preferred.

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What you get:

• Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching - all starting on date of hire
• Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts
• Parental and caregiver leave programs
• All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, and Employee Assistance Program
• Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership
• HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility