BSW Embedded Software Eng.

Your key Responsibilities

• Reads, writes and tests embedded SW


• Addresses task scheduling, concurrency and shared resource protection.


• Understands microcontroller hardware architecture, software architecture and functions.


• Uses debuggers (including Lauterbach) to trace logic from symptom to root cause.


• Writes debugger scripts to automate processes and resolve common issues.


• Applies knowledge of script languages for personalized debugging solutions.


• Ensures efficient troubleshooting to maintain software reliability.


• Develops test strategies and concepts.


• Plans tests and defines requirements for testing.


• Conducts inspections and executes tests with appropriate methods (e.g. simulation).


• Evaluates test results.


• Provides bug fixes and monitors and maintains products.


• Understands SW architecture and coding guidelines to design efficient and maintainable code.


• Designs and implements unit test cases covering code coverage, coding guideline, functional and software design requirements.


• Debugs and documents software, including organizing code reviews and ensuring traceability per ASPICE standards.


• Implement the software for Microcontroller abstraction, Real-time operating systems, Communication services, Diagnostic services (UDS,DEM,FIM), Memory management, Hardware abstraction, Watchdog & system services and Bootloader


• Develop and integrate security mechanisms, including Secure boot, Secure firmware updates, Secure flashing, Cryptographic services, Key management, Authentication & authorization, Secure diagnostics, Secure communication, Data integrity and access protection


• Implement cybersecurity requirements within BSW and embedded software components.


• Participate in threat modeling, vulnerability analysis, and Threat Analysis and Risk Assessment activities

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field


• Professional experience in embedded software development, preferably in automotive or industrial systems


• Strong programming skills in embedded C


• Experience with microcontrollers, real-time systems, hardware interfaces, and software-hardware integration


• Practical experience with BSW development, configuration, integration and testing


• Experience implementing or integrating cybersecurity features in embedded systems


• Knowledge of secure coding, vulnerability analysis, and security testing


• Experience with software requirements, architecture, testing, debugging, and configuration management


• Knowledge of cryptographic concepts and algorithms


• Experience with secure boot, secure updates, secure diagnostics, and key provisioning.


• Experience with Hardware Security Modules or secure elements.


• Familiarity with tools such as Git, Jenkins, CANoe, CANalyzer, CANAPE, Visual Studio Code, Enterprise Architect, Polarian, Tessy, Lauterbach (Trace 32), INCA EB tresos, or equivalent tools.


• Experience with static code analysis, fuzz testing, vulnerability scanning, and penetration testing.


• Cybersecurity certification or relevant professional training is an advantage


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills


• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams