Senior SDE (HoC Semiconductors)

About the Team

This position is part of the ZF ADAS & HPC business unit known internally as "Capri." This business unit is planned for divestiture to Harman International, a Samsung company and global innovator in automotive technology, presenting a unique opportunity to be part of an exciting new chapter in the ADAS space.

What you can look forward to as Senior SDE (HoC Semiconductors)?

• Drive Semiconductor Localization in China, lead the qualification and development of local semiconductor suppliers to support the company’s strategic localization roadmap and reduce reliance on overseas supply sources.
• Support New Product Introduction, collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and suppliers to ensure robust readiness for new product launches, from prototype to mass production.
• Supplier Assessment & Technical Capability Evaluation, conduct comprehensive audits of supplier manufacturing processes, reliability capabilities, and quality systems to ensure alignment with global automotive standards and AEC Q requirements.
• Lead Supplier Qualification & Approval, manage end to end supplier qualification activities, including process audits, reliability assessments, sample builds, and documentation reviews (PPAP, APQP, AEC Q reports).
• Ensure Product Quality & Compliance, oversee product and process validation to ensure compliance with AEC Q100/101/102/200 and customer-specific requirements; identify risks and implement preventive actions.
• Supplier Quality Performance Management, monitor supplier KPIs, drive corrective and preventive actions (8D), and ensure timely resolution of quality issues, escapes, and reliability failures.
• This position will require frequent travel to assigned supplier locations (locally and global) for pre-sourcing evaluations, APQP-PPAP assessments / problem resolution and lead crisis management situations.

Your Profile as Senior SDE (HoC Semiconductors):

• Strong familiarity with automotive industry standards, including: AEC‑Q100 (Qualification for Integrated Circuits), AEC‑Q101 (Qualification for Discrete Semiconductors), AEC‑Q102 (Optoelectronic Devices), AEC‑Q104 (Multichip Modules)
• Understanding of PPAP, APQP, IATF 16949 quality system requirements.
• Solid knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes, such as: Wafer fabrication, Assembly & packaging, Test processes, Reliability testing.
• Proficient in automotive quality and reliability tools, including: 8D methodology, FMEA (DFMEA / PFMEA), SPC (Statistical Process Control), MSA (Measurement System Analysis), DOE (Design of Experiments), Root Cause Analysis tools (5Why, Fishbone, Ishikawa), Control Plan development.
• Experience with qualification reports, reliability assessments, and failure analysis.
• Ability to lead supplier qualification, assess technical capability, and drive alignment with automotive requirements.
• Strong communication skills in English (written and verbal), able to collaborate with global teams. Excellent project management and cross‑functional coordination abilities.
• Bachelor’s degree or above in: Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, Semiconductor Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Or related technical field.
• 5+ years experience in automotive semiconductors, reliability engineering, supplier quality engineering, or similar technical roles. Experience working with Tier‑1 automotive customers is a plus. Familiarity with Zero Defect culture and automotive customer expectations.

Why you should choose Capri in Shanghai?

• Individual Growth: At ZF, you accelerate your career by working together across borders and cultures. Take advantage of global development opportunities, support and a flexible working environment.
• Experience Variety: Join ZF to shape future mobility and sustainable systems. Drive smart solutions and contribute to safer, cleaner, affordable mobility for all.
• Find Inspiration: Develop yourself in a team-oriented and supportive environment at ZF. Take on international challenges, be inspired by your colleagues and shape the future with us.