CROSS-DOMAIN
COMPUTING
SOLUTIONS DIVISION
Shinichi T.
Cockpit Technologies
Engineering
System Architect
Joined Bosch in 2016
- Cross-Domain Computing Solutions Division (XC)
- System Architect
- Inexperienced in Industry
- Wireless Communication
Limitations felt in wireless communications research
In graduate school, I researched wireless communications, and I researched wireless access methods for next-generation cellular communications at the research institute of a major Japanese manufacturer that I joined as a new graduate.
However, compared to the time when LTE and other wireless communication technologies were developing dramatically, I felt that the current technological progress was reaching a plateau, and I began to think about changing jobs. I thought it would be more interesting to dive into an industry that actually utilizes wireless communications rather than to continue in the telecommunications industry. So I applied for a position in the automotive industry, where the introduction of wireless technologies, such as connected cars, was progressing.
Among them, I chose Bosch because I knew the enjoyment of working in an environment with diverse values from my experience of researching in a global environment during my laboratory days. Also, although Bosch is a foreign-affiliated company, there are aspects similar to Japanese companies, such as the presence of a labor union and a low turnover rate, so one of the main reasons is that I was able to feel a sense of security. Above all, the organization is growing rapidly in terms of sales and scale, so I expected that I too would be able to grow by working with great freedom and discretion to act on my own.
The appeal of finding the optimal solution through communication, which was not possible in research positions
Currently, I am in charge of the system architecture of the IVI (In-Vehicle Infotainment) unit, which has functions such as navigation, music, and radio playback, and the in-vehicle camera that detects the status of the driver and passengers.
The role of the system architect is to listen to the customer's request and draw up a system concept, and to build the optimal system while also acting as a bridge between various technical fields such as hardware and software.
I feel that finding the optimal solution in a complex situation, with many conditions and people involved, is as interesting as solving a mathematical optimization problem. On the other hand, what is different from mathematics is that even if the solution itself changes as the proposal evolves, or if it is difficult to satisfy all the requirements, we can find the best plan by talking with the customer.
I recognize that building stories and logic is one of my strengths, but I can't reach the goal I want just by thinking alone. I feel that pursuing optimal solutions while communicating with people with diverse values is more rewarding than trial and error alone. I feel that this posture has been further strengthened by working at Bosch.
A new career door opened by not being bound by the past
I joined Bosch because I wanted to make use of my experience in wireless communications, but over time my responsibilities changed and I am now involved in a field that has little to do with wireless communications. As a profession, I made a big change from the research position. But that's not a negative thing. My initial desire was "to work in the field of wireless communication" because I thought that "I would not be able to play an active role unless I put my experience to good use", but that thought actually would also have had a passive aspect.
As someone who has always been intellectually curious and likes to learn new things, I feel that being able to take on the challenge of a new field at Bosch was a very good opportunity to advance my career.
Especially in the department to which I belong, each person has a lot of discretion, and they can decide freely to some extent what actions they will take to reach their goals. I think it is precisely because of this kind of individual discretion that it is easy to learn new things. Bosch's appeal lies in the breadth of its careers, as I myself, who expanded my career from wireless communication technology, can be an example.
My current goal is to become a system architect who can lead a global team. It requires not only knowledge in each technical field, but also a truly wide range of knowledge, including understanding of business requirements. I believe that at Bosch, I will be able to achieve this.
Daily Schedule
9:30-10:00
Start work
Check email and related news
10:30-11:00
Team meeting
Within the team, check each other's status, how to proceed and tasks
12:00-13:00
Lunch
Eat a packed lunch brought from home or go out for lunch
18:00-18:30
Leave work
