CarPlay & Android Auto Architect (Infotainment Systems)

Location: Chennai, India

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

CarPlay & Android Auto Architect (Infotainment Systems)

Why join Aptiv? You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge applications, develop breakthrough technologies, and deliver innovative solutions to some of the world’s leading automotive brands. See your work come to life on the road—helping make mobility safer, greener, and more connected. Ready to shape the future of mobility with us?

Position Overview

We are looking for an experienced CarPlay & Android Auto Architect to lead the design, integration, and optimization of wired and wireless smartphone projection technologies on next-generation automotive infotainment platforms. The role involves driving the end-to-end system architecture, ensuring compliance with Apple and Google certification standards, and collaborating with crossfunctional teams covering OS/middleware, connectivity, audio, and HMI.

YOUR ROLE

Key Responsibilities

• Define end-to-end architecture for CarPlay and Android Auto (wired & wireless) integration on infotainment platforms (Android Automotive OS, QNX, Linux).

• Drive system-level design covering projection, connectivity (USB, Wi-Fi, BT), audio routing, and HMI adaptation.

• Ensure scalability and modularity of the projection stack within the overall infotainment system architecture.

• Define coexistence strategy for CarPlay and Android Auto, ensuring smooth user experience and seamless switching.

• Guide teams in integrating and configuring both projection frameworks (CarPlay & Android Auto).

• Enable and validate session establishment, pairing, authentication (MFi, AOAP), and wireless handover flows.

• Ensure end-to-end projection stability across various mobile ecosystems (Apple, Pixel, Samsung, etc.).

• Review and optimize video/audio streaming, latency, bandwidth, and startup performance.

• Work closely with connectivity teams to resolve Wi-Fi and Bluetooth coexistence issues.

• Provide deep technical guidance in debugging projection-related issues using tools such as adb, Xcode logs, Wireshark, QXDM/QCAT, and internal debug utilities.

• Lead root cause analysis for session drops, latency, or audio sync issues.

• Define system-level KPIs and drive optimization for projection stability, performance, and compliance.

• Drive Apple (MFi, CarPlay) and Google (Android Auto) certification and compliance processes.

• Collaborate with vendors (Qualcomm, RF, connectivity suppliers) and OEMs for technical alignment.

• Support pre-certification validation, regression testing, and issue resolution for certification approval.

• Mentor development teams during integration, system validation, and vehicle-level testing.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electronics, Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field.

• Experience: 10–14 years in automotive infotainment development, system architecture, or projection technology (CarPlay/Android Auto). Technical Expertise

• In-depth knowledge of CarPlay and Android Auto projection frameworks and underlying protocols (USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth).

• Strong understanding of Android Automotive OS, QNX/Linux middleware, and audio integration pipelines (A2DP, HFP, Siri, Google Assistant, navigation prompts).

• Expertise in HMI integration, projection rendering, and system-level networking.

• Experience in Google and Apple certification workflows.

• Hands-on experience with Qualcomm platforms (SA8155, SA8295, SA6145) or equivalent SoCs.

• Familiarity with coexistence handling (Wi-Fi + BT + LTE) and OTA/cloud update mechanisms.

Soft Skills

• Strong system thinking, analytical, and debugging mindset.

• Excellent cross-domain collaboration (Connectivity, Audio, Middleware, HMI, QA).

• Effective OEM/customer communication and presentation skills.

• Leadership qualities with the ability to guide development and integration teams.

• Proactive and ownership-driven approach toward issue resolution and delivery excellence.

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!

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