Technical Lead - Infotainment
Job Description
At Tata Technologies we make product development dreams a reality by designing, engineering and validating the products of tomorrow for the worlds leading manufacturers. Due to our continued growth we are now recruiting for a Technical Lead Infotainment to be based at our customers site in Gaydon.Our Embedded Systems Solutions department (ESS) encompasses all activities outlined under the Automotive SPICE (ASPICE) process framework, including systems engineering, software engineering, coding, and all levels of functional testing. Beyond core development, ESS also integrates critical supporting processes such as project management, risk assessment, functional safety, and cybersecurity, ensuring compliance with ASPICE standards and delivering reliable, secure, and high-quality embedded systems & solutions.Role Summary:The Technical Lead Infotainment is responsible for leading the design, development, integration, and validation of in-vehicle infotainment platforms including HMI, connectivity, multimedia, and digital cockpit solutions. This role requires deep technical leadership across infotainment architectures, middleware, connectivity protocols, and user experience design.The Technical Lead ensures seamless integration of infotainment systems with vehicle domains, delivers high-quality user experiences, and drives innovation in connected and intelligent cockpit ecosystems.Dimension of function:Lead end-to-end infotainment system integration (head unit, cluster, cockpit domain)Own infotainment architecture, middleware integration, and interface management across domainsDrive cross-functional collaboration across HMI, UX, connectivity, cloud, and vehicle ECU teamsEnsure compliance with cybersecurity, functional safety (as applicable), and OEM infotainment standardsEnable continuous improvement in HMI performance, system responsiveness, and user satisfactionDirect impact on customer experience, feature performance, and digital ecosystem scalabilityAreas of responsibility:1. Architecture & Systems EngineeringLead architecture definition for infotainment platforms (Android Automotive, Linux-based systems)Define system interfaces across infotainment, vehicle networks, and cloud ecosystemsConvert feature requirements into system specifications for HMI, connectivity, media, and apps2. Infotainment Development & IntegrationLead development and integration of head unit, digital cockpit, and IVI platformsOversee integration of multimedia, navigation, voice assistants, connectivity (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 5G)Ensure seamless integration with vehicle domains (ADAS, HVAC, Body, Powertrain interfaces)Drive issue debugging in middleware, application layer, and system integration levels3. Validation & ComplianceDefine infotainment validation strategy (bench, SIL/HIL, vehicle validation, OTA validation)Ensure compliance with automotive cybersecurity (ISO 21434), Android compliance, and OEM standardsSupport performance validation for boot time, responsiveness, latency, and UX qualityDrive defect analysis, usability validation, and system robustness testing4. Tools & AutomationExpertise in Android/Linux toolchains, ADB, log analysis, performance profiling toolsExperience with CAN/Ethernet diagnostics tools (Vector, Wireshark) for cross-domain debuggingDevelop automation scripts (Python, shell scripting) for testing and CI/CD pipelinesEnable DevOps practices, OTA update validation, and continuous integration for IVI platforms5. Innovation & Continuous ImprovementLead adoption of next-gen infotainment technologies (digital cockpit, AR HUD, voice AI, app ecosystems)Drive improvements in UX design, system performance, and feature scalabilityEnable integration with cloud platforms, data analytics, and connected servicesPromote modular, reusable architectures for multi-platform infotainment deploymentKnowledge / ExperienceEducationMasters degree in Electronics / Computer Science / Automotive Engineering (or equivalent)ExperienceExtensive experience in infotainment / embedded software / digital cockpit developmentStrong expertise in Android Automotive OS, Linux, middleware, and HMI frameworksExperience in connectivity technologies (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 4G/5G, cloud integration)Proven experience in leading infotainment system integration programsHands-on debugging of infotainment issues (boot, performance, connectivity, UI)Experience with ADAS integration, telematics, or digital cockpit platforms (preferred)In return for bringing your expertise to our business we offer a competitive salary along with excellent benefits including:Pension Scheme We match employee contribution up to 5% of salary25 Days HolidayPrivate Health CareTata Jaguar Land Rover Privilege Scheme - up to 20% off new JLR vehiclesGroup Income ProtectionHealth Assured Employee Assistance ProgramGroup Life AssuranceHealth Shield Private Health Cash PlanIf you are passionate about bringing innovation to the projects you work on and want to join a global company, then this is the place for you.Tata Technologies: Engineering a better world.Tata Technologies would like to thank all applicants for their interest, each application will be reviewed against the set criteria for the role. We would like to advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 10 working days following the closing date it will mean that unfortunately your application has not been successful. We will however retain your details for any suitable future opportunities.TPBN1_UKTJ