Lead Functional Safety

Drive Automotive Industries of America, Inc.

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Bangalore, IN Until 10/2/2026 6+ years exp First posted August 3, 2026 Last posted August 3, 2026
Job description

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What we offer:

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Group Summary:

Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That’s what we’re passionate about at Magna Electronics, and we do it by creating world-class Electronic systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex Electronic systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Electronics.

Job Responsibilities:

5+ years of experience in Automotive system/ SW/ HW engineering.

· 6+ years of experience in Automotive Functional Safety domain (ISO 26262).

· Excellent knowledge of ISO 26262 with proven experience in the implementation of the standard in automotive programs

· Solid background in systems engineering, hardware engineering or software engineering in the automotive industry, especially in the development of ADAS products

· Excellent Knowledge in creation of Functional and Technical Safety Concepts

· Comprehensive knowledge in Safety Analysis for system, hardware and software using FMEA, FTA, FMEDA, DFA and Control/Data Flow methods

· ISO21448 (SOTIF) knowledge is a big plus

· Hands-on experience in working with engineering processes (such as ASPICE)

· Knowledge of advanced project management, quality and supporting processes including change management, configuration management, and issue resolution

· Fluent English language (Speak & Write)
 

Comprehensive knowledge in requirements & configurations tools, e.g., PLM and ALM tools (PTC, Code beamer, Windchill

· Domestic and international travel may be needed

Magna Policy and Procedure Knowledge

· Constitution & Employee’s Charter.

· Code of Conduct and Ethics. (Including related Guidelines)

· Division’s Health & Safety Policy.

o Emergency Preparedness. (Includes evacuation)

o Work Hazard Reporting.

o Work Injury/Illness Reporting.

· Division’s Quality Policy.

· Division’s Environmental Policy.

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.



AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.


Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.

Worker Type:

Regular / Permanent

Group:

Magna Electronics
About this role

Summary

Lead automotive safety projects, implement ISO 26262, and develop safety concepts.

Job title

Lead Functional Safety

Experience level

6+ years

Minimum experience

6+ years exp

Industry

automotive

Location requirements

Bangalore, IN; remote work not specified

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

ISO 26262system engineeringhardware engineeringsoftware engineeringsafety analysis

Preferred skills

ISO21448 (SOTIF)ASPICEPLMALM

Specializations

functional safetyISO 26262ADASsystem engineeringsafety analysis
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

On-site City