Build your brand. Tell your story. Take advantage of a rare opportunity to build best-in-class xIL platforms from the ground up. Stellantis is undergoing a fundamental transformation driven by software and digital innovation. The Software Engineering (SWE) organization is leading this evolution by enabling next-generation vehicle experiences through scalable, high-performance development ecosystems. The xIL Delivery Lead is a key member of the Software Engineering XIL Operational Management Team and plays a critical role in delivering and operating integrated L3 (SiL), L3+ (virtual system), and HiL platforms. This role focuses on platform ownership, deployment, and operations, enabling validation and development teams through robust, standardized xIL environments across all domains and vehicle programs. <h2 style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Core Responsibilities:</h2> <h3 style="line-height: 15.0pt;">xIL Platform Delivery & Deployment</h3> <ul> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Lead the end-to-end delivery, integration, and lifecycle management of: </li> <ul> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">L3 (SiL) environments for software development & integration</li> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">L3+ virtual platforms for system-level integration & validation </li> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">HiL systems for real-time embedded software deployment</li> </ul> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Ensure seamless integration of software, models, toolchains, and infrastructure across all xIL levels.</li> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Define and manage environment baselines, release processes, and configuration standards.</li> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Deliver fully integrated xIL systems aligned with vehicle program milestones.</li> </ul> <h3 style="line-height: 15.0pt;">xIL Framework & Toolchain Management</h3> <ul> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Lead the management, configuration, and integration of xIL toolchains, including: </li> <ul> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">dSPACE, Vector VT Systems, NI, ETAS</li> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">MATLAB/Simulink, Modelica-based tools</li> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">CI/CD ecosystems (TeamCity, Git-based systems)</li> </ul> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Ensure platforms are: </li> <ul> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Scalable, stable, and high-performing</li> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Properly versioned and release-aligned</li> </ul> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Drive standardization and reuse of frameworks and tool configurations.</li> </ul> <h3 style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Operational Management</h3> <ul> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Contribute as a core member of the xIL Operational Management team, supporting: </li> <ul> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Platform strategy and roadmap definition</li> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Cross-program prioritization and capacity planning</li> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Governance and operational decision-making</li> </ul> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Align xIL platform delivery with Stellantis V-cycle and software release milestones.</li> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Support transformation toward virtual-first validation (L3/L3+).</li> </ul> <h3 style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Customer Support & xIL Adoption</h3> <ul> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Act as a customer-facing delivery leader, enabling internal teams across SWE, PRS, and VE.</li> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Drive adoption of xIL platforms by: </li> <ul> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Supporting onboarding and environment setup</li> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Providing usage guidance and best practices</li> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Assisting teams transitioning to L3/L3+ environments</li> </ul> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Identify and address barriers in: </li> <ul> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Tool usability</li> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Environment accessibility</li> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Process gaps</li> </ul> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Gather feedback and continuously enhance platform usability and efficiency.</li> </ul> <h3 style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Infrastructure, Performance & Operations</h3> <ul> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Monitor and ensure: </li> <ul> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">High availability and uptime of xIL platforms</li> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Performance and scalability of simulation environments and HiL benches</li> </ul> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Establish and track: </li> <ul> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">KPIs and dashboards (uptime, utilization, deployment lead time, issue resolution)</li> </ul> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Drive improvements in: </li> <ul> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Deployment automation</li> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Infrastructure efficiency</li> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Platform reliability</li> </ul> </ul> <h3 style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Financial & Resource Management</h3> <ul> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Own xIL CAPEX, budget planning, and cost optimization: </li> <ul> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Hardware (HiL benches, compute resources)</li> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Software licenses and tool investments</li> </ul> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Perform resource estimation and capacity planning for global platform usage.</li> </ul> <h3 style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Stakeholder & Vendor Management</h3> <ul> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Collaborate across: </li> <ul> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Software development, system engineering, validation teams</li> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">DevOps, IT, TPMs, and domain organizations</li> </ul> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Act as technical liaison with tool vendors, managing: </li> <ul> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Integration and roadmap alignment</li> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Issue escalation and support coordination</li> </ul> </ul> <h3 style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Team Leadership</h3> <ul> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Cross functional lead </li> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Build capabilities in: </li> <ul> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Platform engineering</li> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">System integration</li> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">DevOps for simulation environments</li> </ul> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Foster a high-performance, customer-focused engineering culture.</li> </ul> <h2 style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Key Competencies</h2> <ul> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Strong leadership within an operational management environment</li> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Deep expertise in xIL infrastructure, platforms, and toolchains</li> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Customer-centric mindset and adoption leadership</li> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Systems thinking and integration capability</li> <li style="line-height: 15.0pt;">Data-driven decision-making and operational discipline</li> </ul><div> Our Benefits - Designed with You in Mind Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage - ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected. Generous Paid Time Off We believe in work-life balance. That’s why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most. Competitive Retirement Savings Plans We help you plan for the future with: <ul type="disc"> <ul> <li>An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans</li> <li>An employer contribution, even if you don’t contribute</li> </ul> </ul> Income Protection & Insurance Options Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs - because your peace of mind matters. Company Vehicle Lease Program Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products. Family Building Benefit We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy. Support for Your Growth and Giving Back We believe in investing in your future and your passions: <ul type="disc"> <ul> <li>Tuition reimbursement</li> <li>Student loan refinancing programs</li> <li>18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community</li> </ul> </ul> And so much more! When you join us, you’re not just building a career - you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work. </div>

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