> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1635649-adas-ad-software-architect-cloud-native-automotive-ai-web-technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1635649-adas-ad-software-architect-cloud-native-automotive-ai-web-technologies). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # ADAS/AD Software Architect - Cloud-Native Automotive AI Web Technologies - **Company:** dspace digital signal processing and control engineering GmbH - **Location:** Paderborn, Germany - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computing Platforms, Cloud Computing, Code Coverage, Continuous Integration, Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation, Software Architecture, Strategies of Testing, Containerization, Kubernetes, Microservices - **Published:** July 31, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.jobs.de/job/principal-adasad-software-architect-cloud-native-automotive-ai-web-technologies-all-genders-1717836 ## About the Role * You have deep expertise in validation and verification of AD/ADAS systems, including scenario-based testing, data replay testing, Real2Sim methodologies, and neural reconstruction techniques\n * You have proven experience defining and implementing large-scale testing strategies, including test coverage analysis, risk-based validation, intelligent test selection, and smart testing approaches\n * You have extensive experience in automotive AD/ADAS development and robotics as well as a strong understanding of system behavior, requirements engineering, validation methodologies, and end-to-end development processes\n * You have hands-on experience with simulation-based validation environments, including Software-in-the-Loop (SiL), Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL), and virtual testing frameworks\n * You have strong expertise in cloud-native technologies and modern software platforms, including Kubernetes, microservices, CI/CD, and cloud infrastructure\n * You have sound knowledge of safety and regulatory standards for autonomous driving systems, including ISO 26262, ISO 21448 (SOTIF), ISO 8800, and related homologation frameworks and compliance standards such as ISO 34501-34507\n * You have proven experience in software architecture and technical leadership within larger engineering organizations\n * You are an excellent communicator and collaborator, capable of influencing stakeholders across teams, functions, and management levels \n * You have good English communication skills, both written and verbal\n ## Description We're seeking a visionary Principal Software Architect to architect and drive the development of our flagship AD/ADAS test and validation product. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the product's technical direction, influencing engineering teams, and collaborating with stakeholders across the organization-including steering groups within our parent company dSPACE. ## Related Videos - [Microservices: how to get started with Spring Boot and Kubernetes](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/242-microservices-how-to-get-started-with-spring-boot-and-kubernetes) - [Understanding Kubernetes in a visual way](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100085-understanding-kubernetes-in-a-visual-way) - [Mutation Testing and Fuzzing in C#](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/703-mutation-testing-and-fuzzing-in-c) - [How to develop an autonomous car end-to-end: Robotic Drive and the mobility revolution](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/22-how-to-develop-an-autonomous-car-end-to-end-robotic-drive-and-the-mobility-revolution) - [Instant KAI Sandboxes with vCluster: Multi-Tenant, Multi-Scheduler GPU Sharing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100333-instant-kai-sandboxes-with-vcluster-multi-tenant-multi-scheduler-gpu-sharing) - [Code to Road in < 12 hours](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1082-code-to-road-in-12-hours) ## Related Articles - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [The Biggest German Tech Companies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/424-the-biggest-german-tech-companies) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers)