Principal Process Architect, Automotive Software

Job opportunity

Expected salary range

usd431,250

Job status

Permanent

Location

NVIDIA
Sunnyvale, TX, United States

Workplace

On site

Job Description

Join NVIDIA as a Principal Process Architect in Automotive Software

NVIDIA is pioneering AI and high-performance computing to revolutionize mobility through its DriveOS platform, the backbone of autonomous vehicles and intelligent machines. As a Senior Process Architect, you'll design coherent and scalable systems of work that enable global teams to deliver safety-critical, quality-driven products efficiently. Lead process architecture harmonizing engineering, program management, cybersecurity, and functional safety. Influence and innovate with risk-based frameworks, quality gates, and AI-assisted workflows to minimize risk and maximize impact.

What you’ll do:

  • Lead and govern DriveOS process architecture across multi-disciplinary teams
  • Develop risk-based tailoring frameworks and quality-gate criteria
  • Translate lifecycle expectations and industry standards into executable workflows
  • Collaborate with domain leads to align plans and improve processes
  • Drive process automation and AI-assisted workflows to reduce rework
  • Serve as an authoritative voice for process coherence and technical efficiency

What we seek:

  • 15+ years in automotive or safety-critical product development
  • Expertise with Automotive SPICE, ISO 26262, ISO/SAE 21434, ISO 8800
  • Strong systems and software lifecycle knowledge
  • Strong communication and leadership skills
  • Hands-on experience improving engineering workflows with data and AI tools

Preferred:

  • Experience with automotive quality-management systems and hardware engineering process models
  • Participation in industry standards organizations and working groups
  • Proven ability to build AI-assisted controlled workflows for safety and security

NVIDIA offers a competitive base salary from $272K to $431K plus equity and benefits. Applications accepted until August 22, 2026. Be part of an inclusive, equal opportunity employer driving innovation for the future!

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🚗 Take the wheel in automotive innovation as Principal Process Architect at NVIDIA! Lead process design for DriveOS—the platform behind autonomous vehicles—shaping safe, efficient engineering workflows that drive product excellence. Leverage your 15+ years of experience and expertise with Automotive SPICE and functional safety standards to make a global impact. Enjoy a competitive salary up to $431K plus equity! Become part of a visionary company committed to diversity and cutting-edge AI technologies. Apply by August 22, 2026 and help build the future of mobility! 🚀

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