Head of Software Engineering

• Innovation at Scale: Work on cutting-edge E/E platforms and CI/CD pipelines that power millions of vehicles
• Collaborative Culture: Partner with top experts across brands in the Volkswagen Group
• Personal Growth: Enjoy continuous learning, and leadership development programs
• Impact & Visibility: Your decisions will shape Audi's digital future and influence global automotive standards

Job Purpose/Role As Head of Software Engineering (f/m/d) your mission is to:

• Lead the design and implementation of robust CI/CD processes tailored for automotive software
• Drive the development and integration of E/E platform software aligned with system architecture and production requirements
• Define best practices for version control, branching strategies, and release management.
• Foster innovation by evaluating and integrating modern tools and technologies
• Represent Audi in cross-brand committees and external tech communities
• Mentor and develop a high-performing team of software architects and DevOps specialists
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and software quality benchmarks

Do you have experience in Software development?, Do you have a Master's degree?, * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field

• Minimum of 10+ years in automotive E/E and software domains, with proven leadership experience managing complex, diverse teams
• Expertise in CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps) and software quality assurance in complex software environment
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects including budgeting, resource allocation, and stakeholder alignment
• Proven experience in series development and steering E/E architecture projects
• Strong background in platform software development for automotive systems
• You possess a strong foundation for international and cross-functional collaboration
• Strong communication skills and ability to lead complex, international projects
• Fluent in English; German is a plus