Wi-Fi / Bluetooth Architect

Location: Chennai, India

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Help shape the future of mobility!

Imagine a world with zero vehicle accidents, zero vehicle emissions, and wireless vehicle connectivity all around us. Every day, we move closer to making that world a reality. Aptiv’s passionate team of engineers and developers creates advanced safety systems, high-performance electrification solutions and data connectivity solutions so that automakers can bring advanced capabilities to more people around the globe. This is how we enable sustainable mobility and help to prevent accidents caused by human error.

Role Overview:

The Wi-Fi / Bluetooth Architect will be responsible for defining, designing, and guiding the 
integration of connectivity subsystems within next-generation automotive infotainment 
platforms. The role involves architecture definition, performance optimization, certification 
readiness, and cross-domain coordination for global vehicle programs.

YOUR ROLE

Experience: 10 – 14 years
Minimum Qualification: B.E / B.Tech / M.E / M.Tech in Electronics, Communication, or Computer Engineering.

Key Responsibilities
• Define system-level Wi-Fi and Bluetooth architecture (hardware + software) for 
infotainment platforms (e.g., Qualcomm SA8155 / SA8295 / SA6145 with Wi-Fi / BT Combo chips).
• Lead the connectivity subsystem design covering WLAN, BT Classic, BLE, and 
Coexistence mechanisms.
• Collaborate with SoC vendors (Qualcomm, Broadcom, NXP, etc.) for HLOS and 
firmware integration.
• Define and review interface requirements between Wi-Fi / BT stack, middleware,  and application layers.
• Drive feature integration and validation for:
o Bluetooth profiles (A2DP, HFP, AVRCP, PBAP, MAP, HID, etc.)
o Wi-Fi features (STA, SoftAP, P2P, Wi-Fi Direct, Miracast, Hotspot, WPA3, 
802.11ax/ac).
• Architect and oversee projection features integration (Android Auto / CarPlay 
wireless modes).

• Define and optimize coexistence strategy between Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and LTE/5G 
modems.
• Support system performance tuning, throughput optimization, and latency 
reduction.
• Define certification readiness plans – Wi-Fi Alliance, Bluetooth SIG (IOP), 
regulatory compliance (FCC/CE).
• Provide technical leadership to development and integration teams, reviewing 
designs and test plans.
• Support root-cause analysis and debugging of complex RF or connectivity 
interoperability issues.
• Collaborate with platform, middleware, and audio teams to ensure robust crossdomain integration.
• Evaluate and integrate diagnostic and logging tools (mandiag, QXDM, Wireshark, BTSnoop, etc.).

Required Skills & Experience
• Strong expertise in Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) and Bluetooth (v5.x)
technologies.
• Deep understanding of connectivity architecture in embedded Linux / QNX / 
Android Automotive environments.
• Experience with Qualcomm Connectivity Stack (CNSS, BlueZ, Bluedroid) or 
equivalent vendor stacks.
• Proven experience in Wi-Fi & BT coexistence, performance tuning, and 
certification.
• Hands-on with Wireshark / BT sniffer / Spectrum Analyzer and RF debugging 
tools.
• Working knowledge of Automotive Infotainment integration flows and vehicle level test setups.
• Experience with Android Connectivity Framework, HALs, and middleware 
components.

• Familiarity with networking protocols (TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, ICMP) and security 
mechanisms (WPA2/WPA3).
• Exposure to Automotive Standards – A-SPICE, ISO26262 (awareness), and ASPICE Level 2+ process adherence.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional leadership skills.

Good to Have:
• Experience with CarPlay / Android Auto Wireless Projection integration.
• Familiarity with Audio over Bluetooth (SCO/eSCO, LE Audio, LC3 codec).
• Prior work on Multi-radio coexistence (BT/Wi-Fi/LTE/GNSS).
• Experience with Over-the-Air (OTA) update frameworks for connectivity firmware.
• Exposure to Telematics or TCU integration.

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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