Application Engineer (Software)

Renesas Electronics Corporation; Graz; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Renesas Electronics Corporation in Graz, Austria, is seeking an Application Engineer (Software) to advance software applications, simulation workflows, and cloud deployment for inductive position sensing products. You will collaborate with product management, engineering, and marketing to deliver robust software solutions and thorough technical documentation.

The role emphasizes hands-on development in C/C++, Python, and AWS, with opportunities to design scalable web applications, build

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant software development, application engineering, or related engineering experience.
• Programming experience in C, C++, Python, and ideally Fortran.
• Experience with software debugging, troubleshooting, and code optimization.
• Basic understanding of AWS cloud services.
• Experience with Docker and containerized applications.
• Familiarity with Git or other version control systems.
• Knowledge of PCB design processes and Gerber file formats is an advantage
• Fluent in written and spoken English

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality software for web-based applications.
• Support the planning, design, and implementation of innovative software solutions.
• Develop, document, and maintain clean, scalable, and efficient code.
• Create and manage complex PCB geometries for simulation and modeling workflows.
• Integrate software solutions into AWS cloud environments and support deployment activities.
• Generate reference prototypes using Gerber file formats.
• Maintain, test, and optimize existing codebases to ensure reliability, performance, and quality.
• Produce clear and comprehensive technical documentation to support development and customer requirements.

Skills

C/C++/Python

Fortran

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in CS/EE or related

Tools

AWS

Docker

Git

Gerber

Job description

We are looking for a motivated and innovative Application Engineer (Software) to join our Inductive Position Sensing Product Line.
In this role, you will contribute to the development of software applications, simulation workflows, and cloud-based deployment solutions that support industrial and automotive sensing applications.

Working closely with Product Management, Engineering, and Marketing teams, you will contribute to software development, prototype creation, cloud-based solutions, and technical documentation while building expertise in advanced sensing technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality software for web-based applications.
• Support the planning, design, and implementation of innovative software solutions.
• Develop, document, and maintain clean, scalable, and efficient code.
• Create and manage complex PCB geometries for simulation and modeling workflows.
• Integrate software solutions into AWS cloud environments and support deployment activities.
• Generate reference prototypes using Gerber file formats.
• Maintain, test, and optimize existing codebases to ensure reliability, performance, and quality.
• Produce clear and comprehensive technical documentation to support development and customer requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant software development, application engineering, or related engineering experience.
• Programming experience in C, C++, Python, and ideally Fortran.
• Experience with software debugging, troubleshooting, and code optimization.
• Basic understanding of AWS cloud services.
• Experience with Docker and containerized applications.
• Familiarity with Git or other version control systems.
• Knowledge of PCB design processes and Gerber file formats is an advantage
• Fluent in written and spoken English

Additional Information

Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose, To Make Our Lives Easier. With a global team of over 21,000 engineers and problem solvers in more than 30 countries, we offer the opportunity to work on world‑leading technology for Automotive, Industrial, Infrastructure, and IoT, shaping a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter future.

At Renesas, TAGIE is our culture, grounded in being Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. It shapes how we work, grow and deliver on our purpose together. This collaborative spirit and mindset drive our semiconductor technology to transform industries and impact millions of lives.

We believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive benefits package alongside their salary. More information will be provided during the hiring process.

Are you ready to join our team and shape the future with us?

Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement.