Expert, Radar System Architecture

Job Description

System Architecture Design & Definition

• Develop comprehensive radar system architecture including RF frontend, analog/digital signal processing, A/D conversion, digital signal processing, and higher-level algorithms.

• Define system requirements, interfaces, and specifications aligned with product goals.

• Design the data flow, control flow, and data exchange mechanisms across modules and cores.

• Establish system-level trade-offs considering power, performance, and reliability.

Radar Signal Processing & Algorithm Development

• Lead development of signal processing algorithms including FMCW/CCM chirp generation, interference suppression, and high angular resolution technology.

• Design and validate digital beamforming algorithms and multi-antenna processing.

• Oversee the implementation and optimization of radar detection, clustering, tracking, and classification algorithms.

• Integrate machine learning or AI-based processing if applicable.

Software Task Scheduling & Embedded Runtime Optimization

• Define software architecture and task scheduling for real-time performance.

• Optimize embedded software to maximize processing efficiency on the new chip architecture.

• Ensure low-latency data handling and real-time response capabilities.

• Balance computational loads across multiple cores and manage synchronization.

Firmware & Low-Level Software Development

• Oversee the deployment of C/C++ code on the new chip platform.

• Define and implement firmware interfaces with hardware modules.

• Develop or supervise the development of device drivers, middleware, and APIs.

• Enable efficient debugging, profiling, and performance tuning of embedded software.

Hardware-Software Integration & Validation

• Collaborate closely with hardware design teams to ensure seamless integration.

• Define and monitor the process of system integration testing and validation at hardware and software levels.

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to hardware-software interactions.

Multi-Core Processing & Data Exchange

• Design scalable multi-core processing architectures for radar data processing.

• Implement efficient data exchange mechanisms such as shared memory, message passing, or hardware FIFO.

• Optimize inter-core communication for minimal latency and maximum throughput.

• Implement fault-tolerance and error handling mechanisms.

System Performance Optimization & Reliability

• Use profiling tools and simulation to identify bottlenecks.

• Fine-tune system parameters and software routines to meet stringent automotive standards.

• Integrate safety, redundancy, and fault detection mechanisms.

• Ensure system robustness under varying operational conditions.

Standards, Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure design complies with automotive safety (ISO26262), electromagnetic compatibility, and other relevant standards.

• Document architecture, algorithms, software, and hardware interfaces thoroughly.

• Lead technical reviews and knowledge sharing within the team and with partners.

As a highly experienced Radar System Architecture Expert, this role will spearhead the design and development of next-generation Radar systems utilizing cutting-edge chip technology from a new supplier. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of radar signal processing, embedded system design, and software-hardware integration to deliver innovative and reliable automotive Radar solutions.

Key Objectives:

• Lead the overall architecture and system design of next-generation Automotive Radar systems.

• Drive integration of new chip architectures into radar signal processing and system workflows.

• Define and oversee system requirements, specifications, and design trade-offs.

• Collaborate with hardware, software, and application teams to ensure seamless integration and optimal system performance.

• Optimize embedded software deployment and runtime for high-throughput, real-time radar processing.

• Establish best practices for multi-core data exchange, low-latency processing, and system robustness.

• Ensure compliance with automotive standards and safety requirements.

Qualifications

Education / Certification

• Master degree in engineering or relevant fileds

Professional Experience

(Variety of Functions, Variety of Business, General Management Experience)

• Proven experience in radar system architecture, embedded software development, and hardware-software integration in automotive or related industries.

• Deep understanding of mmWave radar signal processing, beamforming, and algorithm optimization.

• Practical experience with new chip platforms, C/C++ programming, and real-time embedded systems.

• Experience with multi-core processors, low-latency inter-core communication, and runtime optimization.

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to lead multidisciplinary teams.

• Knowledge of automotive safety standards (ISO26262), electromagnetic compatibility, and system validation.

Project and/or ProcessExperience

• Projectmanagment, PLC experience, Intellectual Property

Leadership Experience

• Leading engineering teams (functional, disciplinary)

Additional Information

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