Software Project Leader

Expleo Group

Software Project Leader managing engine control software development in automotive industry. Leading software architecture and integration while coordinating with cross-functional teams and suppliers.

Posted 7/20/2026full-timeBucharest • 🇷🇴 RomaniaSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in automotive embedded software project leadership, with strong knowledge of internal combustion engine control, ECU architecture, and software development lifecycle methodologies. Proven ability in supplier management, project planning, and cross-functional team leadership in multinational engineering environments.

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Automotive Embedded Software Project LeadershipInternal Combustion Engine ControlSoftware Development Lifecycle (ASPICE, V-Cycle)Supplier Management and CoordinationSoftware Integration and Validation (HIL/MIL/SIL)

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentSoftware ValidationSoftware Architecture ManagementDiagnostic Solutions DevelopmentProject PlanningRisk ManagementResource AllocationBudget MonitoringSoftware CalibrationTechnical Issue Resolution

Soft Skills

Cross-Functional Team LeadershipStakeholder ManagementProblem-SolvingTechnical Decision-Making

Tools & Technologies

HIL Model DevelopmentMCDDDT2000ECU Resources ManagementSoftware Branching Strategy

Industry Keywords

Automotive ElectronicsECU ArchitectureProject ExecutionQCDP ObjectivesMultinational Engineering Environments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Planned and coordinated engine control software development throughout the project lifecycle.
Led software development, integration, validation, and release in collaboration with internal teams and suppliers.
Coordinated the interface between Renault application software and supplier basic software.
Managed software architecture, variable consistency, ECU resources (CPU, ROM/RAM, NVM), and software branching strategy.
Defined software roadmaps, Software Development Plans (SDP), validation plans, and milestone documentation (SPD/TDD).
Led software validation activities, including HIL model development, GO Validation, and supplier software acceptance.
Coordinated the development and delivery of diagnostic solutions (MCD, DDT2000) and software prototypes.
Managed suppliers, deliverables, budgets, and project execution in line with QCDP objectives.
Planned team workload, prioritized tasks, monitored resources, and facilitated technical meetings.
Ensured resolution of technical issues during development and series production, acting as the main technical interface (ISMAP, RA PIE).
Presented software releases and project progress to cross-functional and MAP teams.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Extensive experience in automotive embedded software project leadership.
Strong knowledge of internal combustion engine control and operation.
Solid understanding of automotive electronics and ECU architecture.
Experience in software development lifecycle (ASPICE, V-cycle, software validation).
Supplier management and coordination in international projects.
Project planning, risk management, and resource allocation.
Budget monitoring and project delivery (QCDP).
Software integration, calibration, and validation (HIL/MIL/SIL).
Cross-functional team leadership and stakeholder management.
Excellent problem-solving and technical decision-making skills.
Fluent in English; experienced in multinational engineering environments.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefit Platform
Holiday Voucher
Private medical insurance
Performance bonus
Easter and Christmas bonus
Employee referral bonus
Bookster subscription
Work from home options depending on project