Senior Software Update Compliance Specialist

About the role

This position ensures that all vehicle software updates—including over-the-air (OTA), workshop-based, safety-critical, and feature updates—comply with global and regional automotive regulations. The role links engineering, cybersecurity, homologation, quality, and government affairs to guarantee that software changes remain legally compliant, safe, secure, and properly documented for regulatory authorities.

What you'll do

• Develop governance for compliant software updates in an agile environment
• Translate regulatory and standards requirements into actionable internal engineering guidelines
• Ensure compliance across all software update lifecycle stages: planning, development, validation, rollout, and post-deployment vis-a-vis cybersecurity, safety, and availability requirements
• Define and maintain the company's Software Update Management System (SUMS)
• Conduct internal audits and support external regulatory audits and type approval activities
• Prepare compliance reports, safety case documents, and regulatory evidence packages
• Recommend process and tooling improvements for compliance automation

What you'll need

• A University degree in a relevant field
• Strong understanding of OTA update architectures (vehicle ECUs, telematics units, backend systems)
• Knowledge of automotive cybersecurity
• Understanding of functional safety and SOTIF principles
• Familiarity with type approval processes and homologation frameworks
• Ability to read and interpret regulatory standards and technical specifications
• Diplomatic, but firm appearance and communication
• Ability to influence engineering decisions through regulatory perspective

What they offer

• Competitive salary (including bonus)
• Hybrid work setup with flexibility to work from home or offices
• Flexible working hours and work arrangements
• Home office budget and monthly expense allowance
• 30 vacation days, sabbatical and unpaid leave option
• Learning environment with continuous learning days, trainings, conferences, and language classes