Boris Engel

Lead Microsoft´s global Software-Defined Vehicle platform strategy, defining architecture, operating model and ecosystem direction to accelerate the shift from hardware-centric to scalable, software-defined mobility. Own end-to-end accountability for cloud and edge infrastructure enabling AI-driven development and deployment across automotive and industrial domains, aligning engineering, product and partners around unified platform standards.

Defined and launched Microsoft’s global Software-Defined Vehicle strategy, establishing architectural, commercial and partner foundations for scalable mobility platforms. Positioned Microsoft as a strategic technology partner to the automotive industry by aligning business models, engineering capabilities and ecosystem collaboration. Translated AI, cloud and data capabilities into commercially viable platform solutions across OEM environments.

Led the global transformation of Mercedes-Benz infotainment and communication platforms into scalable, connected ecosystems. Owned end-to-end responsibility across software, hardware and system integration, steering large international engineering teams and global technology partners. Aligned architecture, product strategy and vehicle programs to deliver next-generation MBUX platforms at scale.

Led global integration and release governance for Mercedes me connect, aligning digital services with vehicle platforms and production environments worldwide. Established scalable agile operating models for connected mobility services and contributed to the architectural direction of next-generation telematics systems.

Led global software development and integration for automatic transmission platforms across multiple Mercedes-Benz programs. Held end-to-end responsibility for system architecture and safety-critical deployment within complex E/E landscapes, coordinating cross-functional engineering and production teams to ensure scalable, variant-ready drivetrain platforms.

Led Shift-by-Wire system development within Mercedes-Benz E/E architectures, managing cross-domain engineering teams across hardware, software and vehicle integration. Held responsibility for transmission quality and defined multi-layer safety concepts for safety-critical drivetrain platforms.

Contributed to ECU development for drivetrain systems within Mercedes-Benz E/E architectures. Defined functional specifications and supported supplier coordination and early Shift-by-Wire integration in safety-critical vehicle environments.

Contributed to electronic control unit (ECU) development for drivetrain systems within Mercedes-Benz E/E architectures, supporting embedded software and hardware integration in safety-critical vehicle environments.