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Engineering Team Manager - Automotive Audio & Tuner Systems

Engineering Team Manager - Automotive Audio & Tuner Systems

ConfidentialChennai, India
12 days ago
Job description

Help shape the future of mobility!

Imagine a world with zero vehicle accidents, zero vehicle emissions, and wireless vehicle connectivity all around us. Every day, we move closer to making that world a reality. Aptiv's passionate team of engineers and developers creates advanced safety systems, high-performance electrification solutions and data connectivity solutions so that automakers can bring advanced capabilities to more people around the globe. This is how we enable sustainable mobility and help to prevent accidents caused by human error.

Role Summary

The Engineering Team Manager will lead the Audio and Tuner software development team responsible for end-to-end software design, integration, and delivery of automotive infotainment audio features and tuner systems on Android-based platforms powered by Qualcomm host processors (SA8255, SA8155, SA8295).This role demands strong technical leadership, DSP and tuner system knowledge, and delivery management expertise to ensure high-quality production software meeting OEM standards for performance, functionality, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

  • Lead development of audio features, audio source management and audio post-processing features such as Tone Control, Balance / Fader, Parametric EQ, Loudness, Volume, Limiter, SDVC, and DRC.
  • Oversee tuner system development, including AM / FM, DAB, and DRM functionalities (station scanning, service following, blending, and RDS).
  • Manage audio and tuner signal chain integration within Android Audio Framework on Qualcomm SoCs (SA8255 / SA8155 / SA8295).
  • Drive DSP algorithm implementation and optimization on Hexagon QDSP6 / HiFi DSP cores.
  • Collaborate with system and hardware teams for audio routing, amplifier

interfacing, and AFE configurations.

  • Ensure performance optimization (MIPS, memory, latency) and real-time validation across all modules.
  • System Integration & Architecture

  • Own the integration of Audio HAL, AFE, ACDB, and AudioReach frameworks.
  • Define and maintain the audio and tuner signal routing architecture across
  • Android layers and DSP.

  • Coordinate with platform vendors and internal teams for feature integration and BSP alignment.
  • Support voice assistant, media, and navigation audio coexistence within the
  • infotainment system.

    Delivery, Quality & Process Management

  • Plan, track, and deliver audio and tuner software milestones in alignment with OEM schedules.
  • Ensure process adherence to ASPICE (SWE1–SWE6, SYS5) and ISO 26262 Functional Safety standards.
  • Drive CI / CD automation, static analysis, and continuous validation across
  • releases.

  • Manage issue triage, NOK analysis, and ensure zero critical defects at customer delivery.
  • Maintain project KPIs including quality, defect closure rate, and milestone
  • achievement.

    Team Leadership & Development

  • Manage a multidisciplinary team of DSP engineers, tuner developers, HAL
  • integrators, and verification engineers (10–15 members).

  • Define clear roles, deliverables, and growth paths for team members.
  • Build competency in Android Audio Framework, DSP optimization, and tuner
  • system development through targeted upskilling.

  • Conduct performance reviews, mentoring, and recognition programs to ensure
  • strong team engagement.

    Customer & Stakeholder Management

  • Act as the technical and delivery interface for OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, and platform partners (Qualcomm, NXP, TI, etc.).
  • Participate in customer reviews, design discussions, and risk assessments.
  • Provide regular status updates, risk mitigations, and technical documentation to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Support new program bids (RFQs) by contributing to technical feasibility, resource estimation, and architecture inputs.
  • Required Skills & Experience

  • B.E. / B.Tech / M.Tech in Electronics, Electrical, or Embedded Systems Engineering.
  • 10–14 years of experience in automotive infotainment software, with 3+ years in a managerial or technical lead role.
  • Prior exposure to OEM / Tier-1 deliveries (Renault, Nissan, VW, Stellantis, Ford,
  • etc.).

  • Knowledge of Voice Assistant integration, ANC, or Hands-Free Telephony is an
  • added advantage.

  • Strong fundamentals in Digital Signal Processing (DSP), filters, EQs, and
  • automotive audio design.

  • Proven experience in C / C++ and MATLAB for DSP algorithm development and
  • verification.

  • Hands-on experience with Qualcomm Audio HAL, AudioReach, ACDB, and AFE
  • on Android.

  • Deep understanding of AM / FM, DAB, and DRM tuner stacks, including diversity and blending concepts.
  • Experience with Audio Precision, TUNE Professional, QACT, or equivalent tools for tuning and validation.
  • Exposure to Android AudioFlinger, Audio Policy, and Audio Manager frameworks.
  • Familiarity with communication protocols (I2S, TDM, I2C, SPI) and amplifier
  • interfacing (Dirana, TAS, etc.).

  • Experience working on Qualcomm SA8155 / SA8255 / SA8295 SoCs is mandatory.
  • Strong understanding of ASPICE, CI / CD, and software lifecycle best practices.
  • WHY JOIN US

  • You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.
  • You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with : Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.
  • You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.
  • Your Benefits at Aptiv :

  • Higher Education Opportunities (UDACITY, UDEMY, COURSERA are available for your continuous growth and development);
  • Life and accident insurance;
  • Sodexo cards for food and beverages
  • Well Being Program that includes regular workshops and networking events;
  • EAP Employee Assistance;
  • Access to fitness clubs (T&C apply);
  • Creche facility for working parents;
  • APPLY TODAY, AND TOGETHER LET'S CHANGE TOMORROW!

    'Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law'

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    Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

    Skills Required

    Dsp, C, i2s, Spi, Matlab, I2c, TDM

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