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Head of Software for Radar Technology (m/f/diverse) - Executive - REF80516R

Company Description

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2022, Continental generated sales of €39.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 57 countries and markets.

The Automotive group sector comprises technologies for passive safety, brake, chassis, motion and motion control systems. Innovative solutions for assisted and automated driving, display and operating technologies, as well as audio and camera solutions for the vehicle interior, are also part of the portfolio, as is intelligent information and communication technology for the mobility services of fleet operators and commercial vehicle manufacturers. Comprehensive activities relating to connectivity technologies, vehicle electronics and high-performance computers round off the range of products and services.

Job Description

Your tasks include the following responsibilities:

  • Strategic Leadership: Developing and implementing the overall strategy for radar-based ADAS software solutions, aligning with company goals and industry trends
  • Technical Leadership: Leading the design, development, and deployment of advanced radar software, ensuring high performance and reliability
  • Organizational Setup: Building and structuring the software development team, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment
  • Driving innovation and continuous improvement for our radar products
  • Ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations
  • Mentoring and developing team members

The position can be staffed in different locations within Germany. 

Qualifications

  • Academic Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or comparable qualification
  • Proven long-term experience in software development for radar and ADAS systems
  • Strong leadership and team management skills
  • In-depth knowledge of radar technology and its applications in ADAS
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Python, and MATLAB
  • Business fluent English language skills (written and spoken), German language skills desirable
  • Experience with software development tools and methodologies
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Applications from severely handicapped people are welcome.

Additional Information

What we offer:

  • Our products save lives. We offer you an interesting and varied job as part of a motivated team at one of the largest suppliers to the automotive industry
  • An attractive compensation package that comes along with unique flexible working conditions like hybrid work, flexible working time, sabbaticals that help you to balance work, family and spare time
  • Exciting, varied projects in our high-tech customer environment
  • Numerous career opportunities and the rapid assumption of responsibility, in line with our four corporate values passion to win, trust, freedom and for one another
  • A large selection of internal and external training measures, supported by our group-wide learning platform and regular feedback meetings as part of our talent management
  • A comprehensive range of additional benefits, such as various sports and wellness offers, JobRad and sick pay supplement
  • Child care services, subsidies for child-sick days and much more
  • Attractive regions to live and work directly on Lake Constance, in the country or in the cosmopolitan city with a heart

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