Domain Architect - Automotive Embedded Software Development

IN_Associate_PLM Engineer_Digital Engineering Transformation_Advisory_Pune Line of Service Advisory Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Operations Management Level Associate Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in business services and support focus on providing efficient and effective administrative support to enable smooth operations within the organisation. This includes managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and handling confidential information. Those in client administration at PwC will focus on managing and coordinating client relationships, prioritising smooth communication and efficient service delivery. You will utilise strong organisational skills and attention to detail to support the overall client experience. • Why PWC At PwC , you will be part of a vibrant community of solvers that leads with trust and creates distinctive outcomes for our clients and communities. This purpose-led and values-driven work, powered by technology in an environment that drives innovation, will enable you to make a tangible impact in the real world. We reward your contributions, support your wellbeing, and offer inclusive benefits, flexibility programmes and mentorship that will help you thrive in work and life. Together, we grow, learn, care, collaborate, and create a future of infinite experiences for each other. Learn more about us . At PwC , we believe in providing equal employment opportunities, without any discrimination on the grounds of gender, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, religion or other beliefs, perceived differences and status protected by law. We strive to create an environment where each one of our people can bring their true selves and contribute to their personal growth and the firm’s growth. To enable this, we have zero tolerance for any discrimination and harassment based on the above considerations. " Job Description & Summary: As a domain architect, you will lead architecture design and technical strategy across AIDV platforms including ADAS systems, infotainment and digital cockpit platforms, vehicle middleware architectures, cybersecurity f rameworks, and functional safety concepts. You will work closely with OEM & GCC engineering teams to analyze & design scalable SDV architectures, guide engineering teams and support transformation initiatives related to AI-native software ‑ centric vehicle development. Responsibilities: Lead the digitization initiative for the AI-native next-gen SDVs Define end ‑ to ‑ end SDV architecture for centralized and zonal vehicle compute platforms Design the vehicle on-board & off-board middleware and service ‑ oriented communication architectures (SOME/IP, DDS, Edge-based) Define the cloudification & domain controller strategies and ECU consolidation approaches Act as a technical consultant and lead architecture workshops and technical assessments with OEM or GCC clients Support multi ‑ vendor SoC & software integration strategies across vehicle domains Leverage on the internal CoCs to scale AI in Automotive Mandatory skill sets: AUTOSAR Classic & Adaptive, OSS Android Automotive & digital cockpit technology Embedded Linux, QNX & Safe RTOS Service ‑ oriented vehicle architectures & middleware frameworks High-performance compute platforms & SoC integration Vehicle communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet, DDS) Diagnostic protocols & SOVD Expertise in programming languages & SW engineering Preferred skill sets: NVIDIA automotive compute platforms. Ex: Orin Qualcomm Snapdragon Automotive, Ex: Snapdragon Elite series NXP automotive processors, Ex: S32 G,E & K-series Texas Instruments, Ex: Jacinto Renesas automotive controllers Years of experience required: 12–14 years of experience in automotive embedded software development leading platforms and cross-domain exposure Hands ‑ on experience in system thinking and design Education qualification: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science , Electronics / Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems or equivalent. Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified) Degrees/Field of Study required: Master Degree, Bachelor DegreeDegrees/Field of Study preferred: Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified) Required Skills AUTOSAR Optional Skills Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Administrative Support, Business Administration, Business Analysis, Business Information System, Business Process Improvement, Business Process Management (BPM), Clerical Support, Client Interaction, Client Management, Client Onboarding, Communication, Communications Management, Confidential Information Handling, CRM Software, Customer Relationship Management, Data Analysis and Interpretation, Data Entry, Data Interpretation, Data Processing, Document Management, Emotional Regulation, Empathy {+ 21 more} Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified) Travel Requirements Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? Government Clearance Required? Job Posting End Date August 9, 2026 Experience Level Senior Level