Vehicle Network Architect (EEA)整车网络架构师（EEA）

Objective of job 

The Vehicle Network Architect is responsible for defining, designing, and evolving the in-vehicle communication architecture to support next-generation electrical/electronic (E/E) systems. This role ensures scalable, secure, and high-performance data exchange across centralized computing platforms, zonal controllers, and Edge ECUs.

You will play a key role in enabling software-defined vehicle capabilities by designing robust networking solutions (e.g., Automotive Ethernet, CAN, SOME/IP) that meet performance, safety, and cybersecurity requirements across all vehicle domains.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Define scalable and future-proof vehicle communication architecture across domains (ADAS, cockpit, body, powertrain, Chassis, etc.)
• Design and optimize in-vehicle network topologies (centralized computing + zonal evolution, ring/star, hybrid architecture)
• Lead transition toward Ethernet-based, zonal, and service-oriented architecture
• Define standards, guidelines, and best practices for network design
• Specify communication protocols and standards (CAN/CAN-FD, LIN, FlexRay, Ethernet, SOME/IP, DDS, T1S, RCP etc.)
• Lead cross-domain architecture reviews and decision-making
• Develop network performance strategies including bandwidth management, latency optimization, and QoS
• Collaborate with system architects, software teams, and ECU suppliers to ensure seamless integration
• Define diagnostics, OTA communication, and data logging strategies
• Ensure compliance with functional safety (ISO 26262) and cybersecurity (UNECE R155 / ISO 21434) requirements
• Drive network simulation, validation, and verification strategies
• Support issue analysis and troubleshooting for network-related problems in development and production
• Contribute to long-term E/E architecture roadmap

 

Qualification

Education

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field.

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Experience

• 7+ years of experience in automotive E/E architecture, in-vehicle networking, or embedded systems
• Proven experience in designing vehicle communication networks and architecture
• Experience with OEM or Tier-1 automotive suppliers is strongly preferred

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Technical Skills

• Deep understanding of automotive communication technologies:
  • CAN / CAN-FD / LIN / FlexRay
  • Automotive Ethernet (100BASE-T1, 1000BASE-T1, TSN)
• Strong knowledge of middleware and protocols:
  • SOME/IP, DoIP, DDS, SOA concepts
• Proven experience designing full vehicle network architecture
• Familiarity with service-oriented architecture (SOA) and software-defined vehicle concepts
• Experience with network design and simulation tools (e.g., Vector CANoe/CANalyzer, Wireshark, etc.)
• Understanding of network security (firewalls, secure communication, intrusion detection)
• Knowledge of diagnostics protocols (UDS, DoIP)
• Familiarity with AUTOSAR (Classic and Adaptive)
• Understanding of time synchronization (gPTP / IEEE 802.1AS)

Soft Skills

• Strong system-level thinking and architectural mindset
• Excellent cross-functional communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work in an international and cross-cultural environment
• Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail
• Fluent in English (German is a plus)

Nice to Have

• Experience with zonal architecture and centralized compute platforms
• Hands-on experience with MB.OS-like platforms or similar SDV architecture
• Knowledge of cloud connectivity and vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communication
• Experience in Agile/SAFe development environments