Function Architect Automotive Embedded Systems & Vehicle Software - 20157
Veritaz AB · Södertälje · 6 månader – upp till 12 månader · Deadline 2026-11-18
Veritaz AB is seeking a **Function Architect in automotive embedded systems and vehicle software** for an assignment based in Södertälje. The role supports vehicle software and functional updates from initial concept to agreed system solutions across vehicle platforms. Key responsibilities include collaborating with system owners and stakeholders, facilitating workshops to evaluate dependencies and system impacts, and defining system concepts, interfaces, messages, and functional behaviors. The architect also documents decisions within the architecture toolchain, evaluates trade-offs, and supports flow-oriented development across engineering teams. Candidates must hold a **B.Sc. or M.Sc. in engineering**, computer science, electronics, software engineering, or a related field, or possess equivalent professional experience. Essential requirements include solid experience in function development, system development, or system ownership within embedded systems or automotive settings, alongside a strong grasp of vehicle architectures, system requirements, and functional decomposition. **Fluent written and spoken English** is required. Prior experience as a function or system architect, familiarity with CAN, Ethernet, CI/CD, software-defined vehicles, model-based development, or previous work with the client is considered meritorious.
Veritaz is a leading IT staffing solutions provider in Sweden, committed to advancing individual careers and aiding employers in ensuring the perfect talent fit. With a proven track record of successful partnerships with top companies, we have rapidly grown our presence in the USA, Europe, and Sweden as a dependable and trusted resource within the IT industry.
Job Overview
Assignment Description
We are seeking an experienced Function Architect for an automotive assignment in Södertälje, Sweden.
What You Will Work On
- Support vehicle software and functional changes from initial concept through to agreed system solutions.
- Collaborate with internal customers, system owners, architects, and impacted stakeholders.
- Facilitate workshops and discussions to identify changes, dependencies, system impacts, and affected functions.
- Define and document system concepts, architectural principles, interfaces, messages, and functional behaviour.
- Communicate complex technical topics clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Document approved solutions and architectural decisions using the relevant architecture toolchain.
- Support system-level decisions by evaluating impacts, dependencies, and trade-offs across the vehicle platform.
- Promote flow-oriented development and effective collaboration across teams.
What You Bring
- B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- Solid experience in function development, system development, or system ownership within embedded systems and/or automotive environments.
- Good understanding of vehicle architectures, system platforms, and interconnected system dependencies.
- Experience with system requirements, functional decomposition, and system concepts.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to explain technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
- Fluent English, both written and spoken.
Meritorious
- Previous experience working with the client.
- Experience as a Function Architect, System Architect, or in a similar cross-functional architecture role.
- Knowledge of automotive communication technologies such as CAN and Ethernet.
- Experience with Continuous Integration, Continuous Delivery, or agile embedded software development.
- Experience with Software Defined Vehicles (SDV), autonomous vehicles, or advanced vehicle control systems.
- Familiarity with architecture toolchains and model-based development methods.