ADAS FEATURE CONFIGURATION - SYSTEM ARCHITECT - JLR

Come and join JLR as an ADAS Feature Configuration – System Architect. In this role, you’ll take ownership of defining and configuring the systems that enable our Assisted and Automated Driving (ADAS) features. You’ll be responsible for translating complex requirements into clear system-level designs, ensuring seamless integration across multiple domains. From feature definition to architecture harmonisation, you’ll play a critical part in shaping how advanced driver assistance technologies come together to deliver a safe, intuitive, and premium experience for our customers. Working at the heart of innovation, you’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams and industry-leading partners to deliver solutions that meet stringent safety standards while pushing the boundaries of modern luxury. If you have a passion for system architecture, thrive on complexity, and want to influence the future of mobility, we’d love to hear from you.

What To Expect

In this role, you’ll play a key part in delivering high-quality outcomes and supporting the wider team through a range of responsibilities, including:

• Champion innovation by assessing emerging technologies and applying systems engineering principles to develop the next generation of Feature Configuration Systems for Assisted & Automated Driving (ADAS).
• Lead the creation and integration of an executable system model that visualises and defines system behaviour, delivering the premium experience our customers expect.
• Validate system behaviour and performance to ensure the highest standards of safety, reliability, and quality for our customers.
• Drive continuous improvement, refining designs and implementing effective changes that enhance functionality and elevate the customer experience.
• Solve complex challenges creatively, identifying hidden issues and collaborating across teams to deliver robust, innovative solutions.
• Advance knowledge and standards, contributing to the evolution of ADAS systems at JLR while supporting your own growth and that of the wider team.

What You’ll Need

We’re looking for someone with the right blend of experience, qualifications, and practical skills, including:

• Strategic thinker with a passion for team development and guidance, combined with proven experience in Feature Configuration for Assisted and Automated Driving (ADAS) system.
• Strong technical capability in issue triage, debugging, vehicle testing, and integration, with a collaborative mindset that considers wider organisational needs.
• Experienced in Model-Based Systems Engineering, ideally using Simulink and Stateflow, and skilled in authoring and reviewing requirements using structured formats such as EARS.
• Proficient in change and configuration management, underpinned by a solid foundation in Systems Engineering principles and best practices.
• Hands-on experience in vehicle-level validation and Systems & Software issue triage (preferably at the software code level) to identify and resolve root causes effectively.
• Knowledgeable in Driver Assistance technologies, including computer vision, image processing, machine learning, path planning, sensor fusion, vehicle dynamics, and control.
• Proficient in software architecture for both Classic and Adaptive AUTOSAR platforms.

Benefits

This role is rewarding in more ways than one. On top of our core offering, you’ll do extraordinary work with amazing people. In addition, you can expect a wide range of benefits:

• Discounted car purchase (open to family members, too).
• A 52 week maternity leave policy and a 4 week paternity leave policy. Other parental leave policies are available.
• A competitive pension.
• A JLR company performance-related bonus.
• An employee learning scheme providing funding for education, training and other activities which support the development of personal skills and promote lifelong learning.
• Access to open, employee-led support and social networks.
• Comprehensive Life Assurance and Income Protection policies.
• Flexible working.

Flexible working is offered for specific roles dependent on responsibilities. Please speak to the hiring team for details.

Creating Modern Luxury requires a modern approach to work. At JLR, hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work. Some roles require more on-site work, but details of this can be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview stage.

We work hard to nurture a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all. We understand candidates may require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please discuss these with your recruiter so we can accommodate your needs.

Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome. If you’re unsure that you meet the full criteria of a role – but you’re interested in where it could take you – we still encourage you to apply. We believe in people’s ability to grow and develop within their role – it’s what makes living the exceptional with soul possible.

JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.