Senior Software Development Lead - BorgWarner
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Senior Software Development Lead

Krakow - Poland

Nov 08, 2024

Full time

R2023-2268


The Senior Software Development Leader (SWDL) is responsible for all software aspects of a project including software configuration management, software requirements, software integration, software releases and development environments, planning, technical oversight & execution of a specific project within BorgWarner PowerDrive Systems.


About us

BorgWarner is a global product leader in delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions for the vehicle market. We are a company of innovators and independent thinkers that brings together talented employees, meaningful work and amazing technology in a unique environment. At BorgWarner we constantly work towards our vision of a clean and energy-efficient world.

Our Culture

We believe health and safety of our employees are a top priority, we care about our local communities and the global environment. BorgWarner promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive environment, honors integrity, strives for excellence, commits to responsibility for our communities and the environment, and builds on the power of collaboration. 

Career Opportunities

We manage talent as seriously as we manage our businesses and encourage you to learn about our proud history, strong culture, technologies and future vision. We offer a strong local presence and interesting global opportunities. Start your future with BorgWarner now!

Job purpose

The Senior Software Development Leader (SWDL) is responsible for all software aspects of a project including software configuration management, software requirements, software integration, software releases and development environments, planning, technical oversight & execution of a specific project within BorgWarner PowerDrive Systems.

Key responsibilities

  • Manages and drives the software team to achieve the project goals in terms of scope, timing and quality. Plans and tracks all software deliveries and related activities together with the software team members.
  • Analyses the sources of software requirements and identify which requirements need to be implemented in the software.
  • Assures that the Software project is run according to the valid development processes (Internal Process, ASPICE, ISO26262)
  • Leads the software team and represents the software discipline towards the project team and the customer.
  • Monitor and measure performance at a SW project level (metrics), reports status within the Project Team and towards Line Management. Have full understanding of the project status at any time, which enables the correct reporting to management.
  • Represent the software project in any internal/external Audits.
  • Conduct SW project level risk management. Identify project risks and make recommendations to minimize risk. Mitigate all risks and be aware of any opportunities.
  • Support Change Management tasks.
  • Negotiate timing and content of deliveries with customer, subcontractors and project team.
  • Coordinate systems inputs needed for SW deliveries.
  • Last responsible for the software work products.

What we’re looking for

  • B.S. in Engineering in Electrical, Electronics, Software, Mechatronics Engineering or Computer Engineering.
  • Software development experience of at least 5 years
  • Software Project Management experience of at least 3 years.  Automotive and embedded experience preferred.
  • Experience of working within a standardised software development process environment, preferably ASPICE.
  • Experience with globally distributed teams.
  • ISO 26262 awareness
  • Willingness to travel internationally.
  • Excellent organizational, time management and interpersonal skills is required.
  • Fluency in English is required.

What we believe

  • Inclusion - We value diversity in people, ideas, and experiences.
  • Integrity - We believe in transparency, authenticity, and depend on each other to deliver what we promise.
  • Excellence - We contribute to our developments by seeking knowledge and sharing information.
  • Responsibility - We care about our local communities and the global environment.
  • Collaboration - We are one BorgWarner.

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