Saifeddine K. - Manager – Software Defined Vehicle & Digital Engineering

Munich, Germany

Experience

Jul 2022 - Present

3 years 5 months

Munich, Germany

Co-leading end-to-end SDV solution cycles by coordinating cross-functional teams (engineering, sales, product) to translate OEM requirements (SOTIF/Safety, ADAS integration) into actionable technical roadmaps
Developing strategic and operational management concepts tailored to the specific requirements of OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers
Advancing innovative services and tools to monitor new and relevant legislation in the automotive sector
Identifying new business opportunities and actively participating in acquisition processes, from proposal development to pitching
Transferring knowledge as a mentor and point of contact for junior colleagues

Jan 2020 - Jun 2022

2 years 6 months

Munich, Germany

Analyzing tender and customer requirements, ensuring thorough documentation and alignment with project goals
Collaborating with the customer solutions department and internal interfaces (e.g., Business Lines) to evaluate tender documents effectively
Assessing draft concepts with the customer solutions team to ensure feasibility and alignment with client expectations
Preparing bid decisions for Bid Board Meetings, including resource allocation for team establishment and alignment with business lines and sales
Leading proposal processes, ensuring the quality of proposals and obtaining necessary approvals in a timely manner
Collaborating with Sales, Program Managers, Solution Architects, and Executive Leadership on deal-shaping activities for significant opportunities

Apr 2017 - Dec 2019

2 years 9 months

Munich, Germany

Taking responsibility for hardware-related issues in the infotainment domain at BMW Group
Providing technical leadership for the diagnostics team in the Receiver Audio Module project
Acting as an interface between production and series development
Analyzing process data and deriving measures for process optimization in close collaboration with manufacturing, suppliers, and other departments
Oversaw the development of product release guidelines and aligned testing processes in accordance with the product release plan
Managing the sub-process chain of infotainment development, ensuring effective control and seamless coordination throughout

Mar 2016 - Mar 2017

1 year 1 month

Vilsbiburg, Germany

Conducting analyses and handling integration tasks for high voltage systems at Porsche AG
Developing standardized specification elements in alignment with ISO 26262 and A-SPICE requirements
Performing measurements on high voltage systems and electric vehicles
Executing systems testing and crafting simulations based on CAN and Automotive Ethernet
Retrieving and updating diagnostic data and software statuses on HV systems and components

Oct 2012 - May 2013

8 months

Munich, Germany

Apr 2012 - Sep 2012

6 months

Munich, Germany

Contributing to the development of hardware and software for a decentralized motor control system, focusing on stepper and brushless DC motors with standardized interfaces