Visionary Leader in Automotive Technology

Job Title: Chief Technology Officer

Overview:

As a Chief Technology Officer, you will lead our team in the development of cutting-edge automotive lighting and signaling systems.

You will drive innovation, ensure compliance with global standards, and strengthen our competitive edge through sustainable and intelligent illumination technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

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• Technology Vision & Roadmap\
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  • Develop a long-term technology strategy for lighting & signaling systems aligned with business goals.\
  • Anticipate industry trends such as LED, OLED, Laser, Adaptive Matrix Lighting, Digital Lighting, and V2X light communication.\
  • Collaborate closely with OEMs and Tier-1 customers to co-develop next-gen lighting/signaling solutions.\
  • Translate customer insights into product innovations and competitive advantages.\
  • Establish collaborations with universities, research institutes, and technology partners.\
  • Represent the company at global forums and industry standardization bodies.\
  • Build strong relationships with semiconductor, optical, and electronics suppliers.\
  • Foster a culture of innovation, agility, and continuous learning.\
  • Promote cross-functional and global collaboration across R&D hubs.\
  • Balance innovation speed with cost optimization for profitable growth.\
  • Contribute to strategic decisions on new product lines, acquisitions, and technology investments.\
  • Drive technology differentiation to support revenue growth and market expansion.\
  • Ensure compliance with ECE, SAE, FMVSS, and other regional homologation standards.\
  • Drive quality processes including APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA, ISO 9001, IATF 16949.\
  • Establish strong validation frameworks for safety, durability, and reliability.\
  • Integrate AI, IoT, and software-based control systems for adaptive and intelligent lighting/signaling.\
  • Drive vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) and vehicle-to-infrastructure (V2I) signaling innovations.\
  • Collaborate with ADAS and EV platform teams for seamless system integration.\
  • Guide engineering teams in developing high-performance, cost-efficient, and reliable products.\
  • Promote use of new materials, optical designs, and semiconductor-based technologies.\
  • Enhance integration of electronics, sensors, and software-defined lighting functions.\
  • Oversee prototype development, validation, and industrialization.\
  • Ensure strong IP generation (patents, designs, trademarks) to secure market leadership.\
  • Manage multi-site engineering teams across geographies is highly desirable.\
  • Deep knowledge of lighting technologies: LED, OLED, Laser, Matrix/Adaptive Lighting, Digital/Projection Lighting.\
  • Strong understanding of optics, photometry, electronics, and software-defined lighting systems.\
  • Expertise in signal and safety systems (turn indicators, brake lights, communication via lighting).\
  • Familiarity with semiconductors, sensors, driver ICs, thermal management, and material science.\
  • Strong grounding in DFMEA, PFMEA, APQP, PPAP, ISO 9001, IATF 16949.\
  • Knowledge of ADAS integration, EV/Autonomous platform requirements, V2X signaling.\
  • Visionary mindset with ability to define technology roadmaps and align them with business goals.\
  • Proven ability to drive innovation, IP creation, and patents.\
  • Strong stakeholder management skills – OEMs, suppliers, internal teams, and regulatory bodies.\
  • Demonstrated success in leading global engineering teams, fostering collaboration and innovation.\
  • Experience in budget planning, R&D investment decisions, and cost optimization.\
  • Strong communicator with the ability to represent the company in global forums and standardization committees.\

Education:

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• Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Electrical, Optoelectronics, Mechanical Engineering or related field.\
• Master's degree / PhD in Automotive Engineering, Optics, or Applied Physics preferred.\
• Additional certifications in Automotive Standards, Quality Systems, or Technology Management is an advantage.\
• 20+ years of overall experience in automotive product development, with at least 10 years in leadership roles.\
• Proven track record in automotive lighting and signaling systems (headlamps, tail lamps, DRLs, ambient lighting, signaling electronics).\
• Strong experience in leading global R&D and technology organizations.\
• Exposure to OEM & Tier-1 collaboration for technology co-development.\
• Hands-on involvement in concept-to-launch product development lifecycle.\
• Experience with global automotive homologation standards (ECE, SAE, FMVSS).\

Requirements:

We are looking for candidates who have a strong background in automotive engineering and a passion for innovation. If you are a leader who can drive technology vision and roadmap, please apply for this exciting opportunity.

What We Offer:

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, collaborate with top engineers, and develop your skills in automotive lighting and signaling systems.

How to Apply:

Send us your resume and cover letter, highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications. We look forward to hearing from you