(Senior) Electronics Hardware Engineer - Group ConMod (f/m/d)

Volkswagen Group Services GmbH; Ingolstadt; Hybrid; EUR 90.000 - 120.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Remote work options

Flextime / flexible hours

Company pension plan

Sabbatical up to 6 months

20–30 days leave + company policy

VW Group car leasing

Zusammenfassung

CARIAD SE, the automotive software unit, is seeking a Senior Electronics Hardware Engineer to shape the next generation of ConMod hardware. You will work on ECU architectures, design hardware components, and collaborate with software and system teams to deliver integrated connectivity solutions.

The role involves supporting the full hardware development lifecycle, ensuring quality, cost and timing goals, and coordinating with suppliers and internal VW Group stakeholders.

Qualifikationen

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or comparable field.
• Solid electronics/hardware development experience in automotive environments.
• Experience with ECU connectivity systems and bus protocols.
• Familiarity with hardware design in MQB/PPE contexts is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Develop and validate hardware architectures for next‑gen ConMods.
• Design and implement hardware components in automotive platforms.
• Collaborate with software, system and integration teams for integrated solutions.
• Support hardware lifecycle from concept to series production readiness.

Kenntnisse

Electrical engineering

Embedded hardware development

Automotive electronics

CAN bus

Ethernet

Cross‑functional collaboration

Ausbildung

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAN

Ethernet

Simulation tools

Electrical CAD tools

Jobbeschreibung

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(Senior) Electronics Hardware Engineer - Group ConMod (f/m/d)

We are CARIAD, the automotive software company of the Volkswagen Group. Our teams build automotive software platforms and digital customer functions for iconic brands like Audi, Volkswagen, and Porsche – supporting the Volkswagen Group in becoming the leading automotive technology company. With CARIDIANS in Germany, the USA, China, Estonia, and India, we are transforming automotive mobility for everyone.

Join us and be part of this exciting journey!

YOUR TEAM

The Group ConMod team is responsible for key areas of software design activities for the future Group ConMod microcontroller (uC) software stack. In close collaboration with various technical teams, the vision, architecture, design, and implementation of the next embedded software stack for connectivity solutions used across the Volkswagen Group are developed here. The team enjoys exploring new territory, challenging existing approaches, and driving innovative solutions forward. As part of CARIAD’s Senior Technical Team, the department also works closely with various stakeholders across the technical units of the Volkswagen Group.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Development and validation of modern ECU architectures for the next generation of Connectivity Modules (ConMods)
• Design, specification, and implementation of hardware components in the MQB and PPE environment
• Collaboration with software, system, and integration teams to develop highly integrated connectivity solutions
• Support of the complete hardware development lifecycle from concept phase to series production readiness
• Execution of hardware design, simulation, validation, and integration into complex overall architectures
• Analysis of technical requirements and derivation of corresponding hardware design decisions
• Ensuring compliance with quality, cost, and timing targets
• Coordination with suppliers, internal departments, and the Volkswagen Group environment
• Evaluation and integration of new technologies into existing platform architectures
• Analysis of failure patterns on vehicle and component level
• Support of root cause analysis and development of sustainable technical solutions
• Contribution to the stability, performance, and future viability of group-wide connectivity platforms

WHO YOU ARE

• Successfully completed degree in Electrical Engineering, Communications Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a comparable field
• Solid experience in electronics/hardware development within automotive or embedded environments
• Ideally experience with ECUs or connectivity systems
• Knowledge of requirements and processes in series development projects
• Strong understanding of electronic circuits and microcontroller architectures
• Experience with relevant bus systems such as CAN and Ethernet
• Proficient in common development and simulation tools
• Knowledge of automotive standards, norms, and development processes is an advantage
• Good understanding of the interaction between hardware, software, and system architectures
• Structured, analytical, and self-driven working style
• Ability to coordinate complex topics across interdisciplinary teams
• Strong communication and assertiveness skills
• High quality standards and solution-oriented mindset
• Fluent German and English language skills
• Strong motivation to develop innovative solutions in the field of automotive connectivity

NICE TO KNOW

• Remote work options
• Temporary work from abroad in selected countries
• Flextime / optional working hours
• Company pension plan
• Sabbatical option up to 6 months
• 30 days paid + 10 days unpaid leave
• Possibility for VW Group car leasing
• If you have further questions about the candidate journey at CARIAD, please contact us: [e-mail]

At CARIAD, we embrace individuality and diversity because we believe our differences make us stronger. We actively seek to build teams with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. If you need assistance with your application due to a disability, please reach out to us at [e-mail] - we are happy to support you.

Job ID: 26341

Company: CARIAD SE

Location: Ingolstadt, DE, 85053 München, DE, 80807 Wolfsburg, DE, 38442

Department: IT Software Development

Working Model: Part-time possible

Contract Type: Unlimited

Remote Working: According to company policy

Posting Date: Aug 17, 2026

Why CARIAD?

We believe that how we work together is just as important as the technology we create. We strive to take action with a can-do attitude, and value speed over perfection. We aim to collaborate with mutual trust, taking accountability for our actions. We foster transparency and welcome diverse perspectives as we learn, adapt, and grow together

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