Automotive Solutions practice lead - Bengaluru, India - Akkodis

Description

Experience: Minimum 10 Years

Overview:

As an Automotive Industry practice lead, you will play a critical role in defining solutions for automotive clients. You will be responsible for providing technical expertise and strategic guidance to design and implement solutions tailored to meet our clients' needs. This role will involve collaborating closely with sales teams to support business development efforts and engage with clients to understand their requirements. You will be at the forefront of leveraging emerging technologies such as IoT, big data analytics, artificial intelligence, and cloud computing.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with sales teams to identify and qualify opportunities for new age Automotive software development.
• Engage with clients to understand their business objectives, operational challenges, and requirements.
• Lead the design and high-level architecture of software defined vehicle, electrification and connectivity solutions that align with clients' needs and objectives.
• Develop detailed technical proposals, presentations, and demonstrations to showcase the value proposition of our solutions.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends and advancements in Automotive technologies and methodologies.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, offering insights and recommendations to optimize their manufacturing operations and achieve competitive advantage.
• Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, partners, and internal teams, to drive collaboration and ensure customer satisfaction.

Required skills:

• Deep understanding of Automotive concepts, technologies, and trends.
• Proficiency in architecting and designing complex solutions.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and drive them to successful completion.
• Collaboration and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Results-oriented mindset with a focus on delivering value to clients and driving business growth.
• Autonomous Driving Technologies: knowledge of autonomous driving systems, including sensor fusion, perception algorithms, localization techniques and path planning algorithms etc
• Connectivity and Telematics: Experience with vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communication protocols (e.g., DSRC, 5G, LTE), cloud-based services, OTA updates, and remote diagnostics.
• Embedded Systems Development: Hands-on experience with embedded software development, real-time operating systems (RTOS), and hardware-software co-design for automotive applications.
• Software Development Lifecycle: Proficient in Agile methodologies, continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, version control systems (e.g., Git), and issue tracking tools (e.g., JIRA).
• Cybersecurity and Safety Standards: Familiarity with ISO 26262, SAE J3061, and other automotive cybersecurity and safety standards, along with practical experience in threat modeling and risk assessment.
• Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills: Strong analytical thinking, troubleshooting capabilities, and attention to detail, with the ability to debug complex software issues and optimize system performance.

Required experience:

• Experience in working with leading IT / Engineering service providers.
• Experience in working with leading OEM and MSPs
• Experience supporting internal and external stakeholders across different countries.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in architecting and implementing complex IT solutions, preferably in the manufacturing or industrial sector.
• Previous experience working with OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, or automotive startups is highly desirable.
• Experience working in a client-facing role, with a demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Experience in sales support, including developing technical proposals, conducting product demonstrations, and supporting business development activities.