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NXP Semiconductors

Automotive semiconductors and secure embedded solutions

Principal Software Safety Architect

Security Engineering & ArchitecturePosted on Nov 3
Full-timeNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree in Electronics or Computer Science, or equivalent qualification.
  • At least 10 years of experience in the automotive domain.
  • Knowledge of ISO 26262 and relevant certificates.
  • A software architect background and software development background.
  • Leadership experience.
  • Understanding of Automotive SPICE and the ability to interpret and apply quality standards.
  • Ability to define software processes, including roles, activities, and deliverables.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure NXP software products delivered to automotive customers comply with ISO 26262, with the necessary controls and organizational setup in Automotive Software Research and Development.
  • As Software Cybersecurity Responsible, ensure NXP software products delivered to automotive customers comply with ISO 21434 and that the Safety Competence Center has the necessary controls and organizational setup.
  • Create the Vehicle Integration Document, Cybersecurity Plan, and Cybersecurity Case.
  • Review and approve ISO 21434 work products, including ISO-specific and Security Maturity Process shared deliverables such as requirements, code, and test planning.
  • Deploy and ensure Cyber Resilience Act compliance for software products.
  • Propose process updates to comply with existing security standards.
  • Review MSG products.
  • Guide teams in achieving compliance for security deliverables.
  • Interface with security assessors to ensure project timelines are met.
  • Define software safety requirements in the Technical Safety Concept in collaboration with other software architects.
  • Align with software teams on the feasibility of implementing requirements allocated from the Technical Safety Concept.
  • Define software safety assumptions in the Technical Safety Concept.
  • Handle customer communication regarding safety architecture and the Safety Concept.
  • Collaborate with software teams to perform safety analysis for software components.
  • Deploy an ISO 26262-compliant way of working in projects from a technical perspective.
  • Identify and report technical safety deviations according to the escalation procedure.
  • Prepare technical training materials for software teams.

About the Company

NXP Semiconductors

Automotive semiconductors and secure embedded solutions

NXP Semiconductors designs and sells semiconductor chips for vehicles and other devices. Its products include automotive-grade microcontrollers and other ICs used in engines, infotainment, safety systems, and networked car architectures. These chips process data, run software, and enable features such as advanced driver assistance and vehicle connectivity, often with strong security and real-time performance. Unlike some peers, NXP became an independent company after Philips spun off its semiconductor unit in 2006 and later merged with Freescale in 2015, building a focused strength in automotive semiconductors and microcontrollers. This gives it a clear niche in the market and the goal of growing as a standalone leader in smarter, connected vehicles and related technologies.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Eindhoven, Netherlands
Founded
2004

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