Joe Capuano of Bosch Mobility | S3 Ep11 | The Garage by Sonatus
Today's guest is Joe Capuano, is head of technology for Bosch Mobility Americas. A seasoned expert in the automotive industry, Joe discusses the evolution towards software-defined vehicles (SDVs) and the increasing complexity of vehicle systems. He highlights the critical role of AI in managing vehicle data and enhancing development cycles, while also addressing the need for scalable and standardized architectures. The conversation reveals diverse perspectives on vehicle architecture and the ongoing advancements in autonomous driving, underscoring the industry's shift towards digital solutions. This episode was filmed live at AutoTech 2025 in Novi, Michigan.
Creators and Guests
Host
John Heinlein, Ph.D
An experienced technology and marketing leader, John brings his background from startups and established companies to Sonatus. He worked for 14 years at Arm, most recently leading Automotive Partnerships for North America where he engaged OEMs, Tier-1s, and others to deploy Arm-based solutions into automotive applications, including autonomous vehicles. His team was integral to launching the SOAFEE industry initiative for software-defined vehicles of which Sonatus is a member. Earlier he served as VP and Chief of Staff to the CEO and led a group responsible for competitive strategy. For three years, he was VP of Corporate Marketing where he led centralized outbound marketing, spanning marketing campaigns, press, events, web, digital marketing, ecosystem programs, and working closely with investor relations. Prior to Arm, John had an 11-year tenure at microprocessor startup Transmeta where he held several senior roles spanning business development, marketing, and customer success, among others. John earned his B.S. in Computer Engineering from Carnegie-Mellon University and an M.S. and Ph.D., both in Electrical Engineering, from Stanford University.
