Sensor System Architect for Passive Safety

About the role

As a Sensor System Architect you will lead the design and implementation of acceleration and gyro sensor solutions that provide inertial movement data for airbag, vehicle stabilization and autonomous driving functions.

Key responsibilities

• Analyse customer requirements and translate them into sensor system specifications.
• Design and architect sensor systems for Airbag ECUs, including mechanical integration.
• Collaborate with international cross‑functional teams (engineering, product management, testing) to define requirements.
• Define and evaluate vibration and system tests to ensure robustness.
• Stay current with advancements in sensor technologies and passive safety.

Required profile

• BSc/MSc in engineering.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills in an international environment.
• Fluent English (German is a plus).
• Excellent organisational and analytical abilities.
• 3+ years of project experience, preferably in automotive.

Required skills

• Design of acceleration and gyro sensor systems.
• Experience with Airbag ECU integration.
• Vibration testing and system validation.

What we offer

• Competitive base salary with annual review, performance, loyalty and referral bonuses.
• Extensive training, professional development and language courses.
• Career development programs, mentoring, coaching, PhD opportunities and international assignments.
• Flexible working hours, hybrid work model, childcare options and sabbatical possibilities.
• Health and well‑being support, onsite medical centre, regular health checks.
• Cafeteria allowance, mobility services, onsite canteen and commute cost coverage.