Hardware Architect

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Hardware Architect with strong exposure to Automotive electronics systems. The role involves defining end-to-end hardware architecture for automotive ECUs, ensuring compliance with automotive quality, safety, and reliability standards, and working closely with cross-functional teams including software, mechanical, and manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and own hardware architecture for Automotive ECUs (IVI, Cluster, Body, ADAS, Powertrain, etc.)
• Perform system-level HW design, including block diagrams, component selection, and technology roadmap
• Lead schematic design reviews, PCB architecture, and design optimization
• Ensure compliance with Automotive standards (AEC-Q, ISO 26262 awareness/functional safety alignment)
• Drive DFMEA / FMEDA activities from a hardware perspective
• Collaborate with software, system, mechanical, and manufacturing teams for seamless integration
• Interface with OEMs, Tier-1s, and semiconductor vendors for technical alignment
• Guide validation, bring-up, and debugging of prototypes and production hardware
• Support EMC/EMI, thermal, power integrity, and reliability analysis
• Mentor and technically guide hardware design teams

Mandatory Skills & Experience

• 10+ years of experience in Automotive hardware design & architecture
• Strong experience in ECU hardware architecture and system design
• Expertise in microcontrollers / SoCs (Infineon, NXP, Renesas, TI, Qualcomm, etc.)
• Hands-on experience with schematic design, PCB architecture, and design reviews
• Knowledge of automotive communication protocols: CAN, LIN, FlexRay, Ethernet
• Strong understanding of power supply design, signal integrity, and thermal management
• Familiarity with AEC-Q compliant components and automotive derating practices
• Experience working with OEM / Tier-1 engineering teams

Good to Have

• Exposure to ISO 26262 (Functional Safety) HW metrics
• Experience in ADAS / IVI / Cluster / Gateway / BMS platforms
• Knowledge of EMC/EMI testing, ESD, surge, and compliance
• Experience with High-speed interfaces (PCIe, USB, HDMI, LVDS, MIPI)
• Awareness of ASPICE requirements
• Experience supporting production ramp-up and failure analysis

Tools & Technologies

• Schematic & PCB tools: Altium / Cadence / OrCAD
• Simulation & analysis tools (PI/SI, thermal, EMC awareness level)
• Lab equipment: Oscilloscope, Logic Analyzer, Spectrum Analyzer

Location

Chennai