Hybrid Principal Hardware Architect – Platform Architecture

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About the role

  • Define and evolve GM’s zonal hardware architecture, balancing performance, cost, scalability, and reliability.
  • Lead tradeoff analysis across compute partitioning, networking, harnessing, and ECU design.
  • Translate semiconductor technology roadmaps into platform-level hardware requirements.
  • Define physical layer network topology and constraints for in-vehicle communication (Ethernet, CAN, LIN, PCIe, etc.).
  • Decompose system-level requirements into ECU- and harness-level specifications.
  • Collaborate with software architects to align hardware and software partitioning on microprocessors.
  • Define ECU hardware design requirements, including power, thermal, and signal integrity considerations.
  • Provide guidance on high-speed PCB design and layout best practices.
  • Ensure manufacturability, reliability, and compliance with automotive standards.
  • Partner with vehicle architecture, system architecture, software, and semiconductor teams to ensure cohesive system design.
  • Serve as a technical authority and mentor for hardware engineering teams.
  • Influence supplier and technology partner roadmaps to align with GM’s long-term strategy.
  • Drive adoption of new technologies, tools, and methodologies in hardware architecture.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
  • 12+ years of experience in hardware/system architecture, with significant experience in automotive or other high-reliability industries.
  • Proven track record of defining and delivering complex hardware architectures at scale.
  • Deep understanding of zonal architectures and vehicle E/E tradeoffs.
  • Strong knowledge of software partitioning on microprocessors and its hardware implications.
  • Expertise in physical layer network topology (Ethernet, CAN, LIN, PCIe, SerDes) and constraints.
  • Ability to map semiconductor technology capabilities to physical layer and harness requirements.
  • Strong background in high-speed PCB design and layout.
  • Thorough understanding of vehicle architectures and tradeoff analysis.
  • Ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive alignment across hardware, software, and vehicle architecture.
  • Strong communication skills for engaging with technical and executive stakeholders.
  • Experience mentoring and guiding engineering teams.

Benefits

  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • Health Savings Account
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • retirement savings plan
  • sickness and accident benefits
  • life insurance
  • paid vacation & holidays
  • tuition assistance programs
  • employee assistance program
  • GM vehicle discounts and more.

Job title

Principal Hardware Architect – Platform Architecture

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

$228,900 - $350,500 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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