Functional Safety Software Team Manager

For our teams in Roznov p.R. and Brno we are looking for the Functional Safety Software Team Manager

NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ: NXPI) enables secure connections for a smarter world, advancing solutions that make lives easier, better, and safer. As the world leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, NXP is driving innovation in the automotive, industrial & IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets. Built on more than 60 years of combined experience and expertise.

Ready to join the future of innovation in our team at NXP?

The Functional Safety SW team is responsible for development of the above mentioned products, plus some other products which are not publicly disclosed yet. The demand for the Functional Safety SW is growing together with the trend of the autonomous cars.

By joining our Czech team, you will have the opportunity to be part of a high performance and enthusiastic software development team in a friendly and dynamic work environment.

You will have the occasion to get in contact with different NXP Automotive teams (solution teams, hardware designers, customers engineers, etc.), give feedback and propose solutions.

Functional Safety

Functional Safety in Automotive is described by ISO 26262 standard (see e.g. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ISO_26262). It is nowadays mandatory for each microcontroller / electronic system in Automotive. Our software solutions implement complex Safety Concept designed for a particular microcontroller where we can fully use our advantage of the microcontroller vendor to choose between HW / SW solution to achieve higher efficiency a flexibility.

NXP provides large portfolio of suitable microprocessors and microcontrollers supported with Functional Safety software to be used directly by our customers in their electronic control units. Examples of such software can be Core Self-Test Library (https://www.nxp.com/scst) and Safety Software Framework (https://www.nxp.com/saf).

Your responsibilities:

• Responsibility for managing multi-site software development teams to deliver high-quality Functional Safety SW products
• Driving the whole software development cycle according to the quality processes
• Ensure the communication and information flow inside the team, with internal stakeholders, and with customers
• Interaction with marketing and customers
• Support internal and external audits

Your team:

• Our R&D team is split between Roznov p.R. and Brno
• Cooperating with other SW R&D teams across the world
• Local SW embedded team consist of 10+ embedded engineers, remote test team with 20+ engineers, international project management
• We offer a mentoring program for new employees

Your profile:

• University degree in electronics, programming, etc.
• Experience in software team management
• Experience in embedded SW project management in a global organization
• Knowledge of software development lifecycle models
• Skilled in planning and risk management
• Ability to work under pressure
• Effective communication (in English), leadership skills, team player
• Accuracy, decisiveness, eye for details

What Can You Expect?

 Contract Type
This role is offered as a full‑time position with a permanent contract, providing long‑term stability and room for growth.

 Development Opportunities
We believe that growing our people is key to growing our business. That’s why we offer a mix of online and offline learning opportunities to help you sharpen both your technical and soft skills.

⭐ Compensation

Attractive market salary is accompanied by the bonus plan (payment twice a year), long-term incentive plan and dividends processing, opportunity to purchase company shares at a 15% discount, lunch allowance, additional vacation days, sickness support, sick days, weekend bank holiday recovery days, pension and well-being support, flexible work hours, home office, team-buildings, and much more. Salaries are being reviewed each year, and market changes are closely observed.

We believe in providing a holistic and supportive work environment, and we would be happy to share more details during our face-to-face discussions.

 Our Offices
We work in two locations – each with its own vibe:

• Brno: A modern office with a fresh design, cozy rooms, and an in-house cafeteria.
• Rožnov: A place with history and heart. A modern office with fresh design, and an in-house cafeteria. We love the relaxed atmosphere of the town and the wide selection of great restaurants, perfect for enjoying lunch with colleagues.

 Hiring Process
Applying is quick and easy – just fill out the online form and upload your CV.
If your profile matches, you’ll have a short phone or video call with our technical team. If successful, you’ll get a chance to ask HR anything you need. We respond fast — unless we’re on vacation .

 And More... Life at NXP
Work is important, but so is everything around it. We start our days with free coffee and friendly chats. You can look forward to fresh fruit days, ice cream breaks, and even bake fairs.
We also organize social events like Christmas parties, family days, and food festivals. Want to give back? Join our charity initiatives and help us make a difference.

⏭️ What’s next

If you’re excited about this opportunity, we kindly invite you to apply!

Candidates are invited to apply with the resume and motivation letter in English.

At the application stage, all candidates should have a valid visa and work permit to work in Czech Republic.

If you have any questions, we are happy to answer them. Please contact:

Milana Stojsavljevic, Talent Acquisition Specialist - milana.stojsavljevic@nxp.com

Please note: The successful candidate may/will be responsible for security related tasks. The assignment may/will be in scope of security certifications, therefore a conscious and reliable way of working is necessary.

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