A. H.

Senior Expert & Project Leader – AI-based China ADAS Systems (Volkswagen Deligation) @ FAW-Volkswagen

About

🧭 — Senior Embedded Software Engineer & Architect with 10+ years of experience in automotive embedded systems, Infotainment, and AI-based ADAS. — Currently serving as Senior Expert & Project Leader at FAW-VW, leading China-specific automated parking systems and AI-based ADAS features. — Proven success in end-to-end software lifecycle leadership — from concept, architecture, and design to series production. — Experienced in global automotive platforms including MEB, PPE, and MQB Evo, supporting integration across 17+ VW and Audi vehicle lines (ICE, EV, HEV, PHEV). — Deep expertise in AUTOSAR Classic architecture, ISO 26262 functional safety, and embedded security (Crypto Stack, TrustZone). — Skilled in cross-functional leadership, managing 55+ engineers across 5 technical teams. - Strong background in technical stakeholder management, supplier coordination, and German–Chinese cross-border collaboration. —Hands-on experience with Linux/Yocto, C/C++, Qt/QML, and AUTOSAR toolchains for large-scale embedded software development. — Recognized for driving architectural consistency, feature innovation, and quality-focused delivery in global automotive programs. 🧠 Core Competencies Automotive Software Architecture: AUTOSAR Classic, Embedded Linux, C/C++, ISO 26262 ADAS & Infotainment Systems: AI-based Parking, Multi-Domain Controllers, HMI/Qt/QML System Design & Development: Embedded Security, Functional Safety, Performance Optimization Leadership: Team Management (55+ Engineers), Cross-Functional Development Coordination, Global Collaboration Processes: Automotive SPICE, Requirements Engineering (DOORS), QA & Test Strategy, Configuration Management

Country

City

China

Industry

Automotive

Skill

Matlab, C++, Java, Numerical Analysis, Programming, Software Development, Testing, Project Management, Algorithms, Linux, Simulink, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Python (Programming Language), HMI, Yocto, Busybox, OpenEmbedded, Embedded Linux, Eclipse CDT

Experience

Senior Expert & Project Leader – AI-based China ADAS Systems (Volkswagen Deligation)

FAW-Volkswagen

2024-4 - Present · 2 yrs 6 mos

Changchun, Jilin, China

- Leading architectural design and technical strategy for China-specific AI-based ADAS systems (e.g., RHP 2.0, CADA/CAPA). - Managing 55+ cross-functional engineers across 5 unified teams to align FAW-VW implementation with VW global standards. - Full lifecycle responsibility — from requirements and design to validation and series production. - Acting as key liaison between Volkswagen AG (Germany) and FAW-VW (China) for architecture consistency and knowledge transfer.

Leading China ADAS & AD Technical Development

Volkswagen Group

2024-4 - Present · 2 yrs 6 mos

Wolfsburg, Lower Saxony, Germany

Anything and everything for ADAS development - in China for China Market (on long term global delegation assignment in Brand FAW-VW)

(SW and System) Module development lead

Volkswagen Group

2020-12 - 2024-3 · 3 yrs 4 mos

Wolfsburg, Lower Saxony, Germany

- Owned end-to-end development of the Parking Coordinator (PaCo) software module for next-gen vehicle platforms: MQB Evo, MEB (E³ 1.1), PPE (E³ 1.2). - Defined architecture and safety concepts (ISO 26262), authoring key system design documents (LAH, Systembeschreibung). - Led feature planning and delivery of automated parking systems for EU, US, and Chinese markets. - Managed multi-stakeholder coordination and quality assurance across design, test, and validation phases.

Senior Software Developer

Volkswagen Group

2019-5 - 2020-11 · 1 yr 7 mos

Wolfsburg, Lower Saxony, Germany

- Designed and implemented AUTOSAR Classic software for security-critical modules, including Crypto Stack and Embedded Trust Zone integration. - Coordinated development activities with external partners ensuring adherence to VW architectural standards. - Contributed to evolution of the E/E system architecture and configuration management processes.

Software Developer

Delphi

2016-4 - 2019-4 · 3 yrs 1 mo

Deutschland

- Developed embedded software for multi-domain controllers (Infotainment & Driver Information). - Integrated software on Qualcomm SmartCore (Linux/Genivi/Yocto) and optimized system performance and memory usage. - Implemented gesture recognition and communication interfaces for ADAS test environments using ROS.

Software Developer

Elektrobit

2015 - 2016-4 · 1 yr

Erlangen Area, Germany

- Navigation system development for ASTON MARTIN - Enhanced existing codebases, performed debugging, integration, and performance optimization. - Conducted design reviews and comprehensive testing to maintain high quality standards.