Functional Safety Engineer Job in Avin Systems

Functional Safety Engineer

Location: Bangalore

Experience: 3 6 Years

Education: B.E / B.Tech / M.E / M.Tech in Electronics, Electrical, Computer Science, or a related field

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Functional Safety Engineer to join our automotive embedded systems team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with ISO 26262, strong embedded C programming knowledge, and a solid understanding of the software development lifecycle. This role is critical in ensuring that all safety-critical systems are developed in compliance with industry safety standards and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Functional Safety Management System (FSMS) in line with ISO 26262 standards.
• Conduct hazard analysis and risk assessments (HARA) for automotive embedded systems.
• Define, allocate, and manage functional and technical safety requirements across hardware and software components.
• Support and guide development teams in achieving ASIL (Automotive Safety Integrity Level) compliance.
• Collaborate with hardware and software teams to ensure safety mechanisms are implemented and validated effectively.
• Prepare and maintain safety-related documentation, including Safety Plans, Safety Cases, and Safety Analyses (FMEA, FTA, DFA, etc.).
• Ensure traceability of safety requirements throughout the SDLC, using appropriate tools and processes.
• Participate in reviews, audits, and assessments to ensure continuous compliance with ISO 26262.
• Support safety validation and verification activities.

Required Skills & Experience

• 3 6 years of experience in Functional Safety Engineering, with a minimum of 2+ years working specifically with ISO 26262.
• Proficient in Embedded C programming, with exposure to real-time embedded systems.
• Strong understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) in safety-critical environments.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams.

Preferred / Added Advantage

• Experience in the automotive domain (e.g., ADAS, powertrain, or body control modules).
• Familiarity with automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, FlexRay).
• Exposure to toolchains like DOORS, Polarion, or Jama for requirement and safety management.
• Knowledge of complementary standards such as ISO 21434 (Cybersecurity) or IEC 61508.

Why Join Us

• Work on innovative and safety-critical projects for global automotive clients.
• Opportunity to deepen your expertise in functional safety and ISO 26262.
• Collaborate with a high-caliber team in a technically driven environment.
• Competitive compensation, learning opportunities, and career advancement paths.