Senior Staff Engineer Embedded Software (f/m/div)

Infineon Technologies AG; Ilmenau; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Infineon Technologies AG is looking for a seasoned Embedded Software Engineer in Ilmenau, Germany. The role involves designing and implementing robust embedded software for motor control systems, following safety standards.

The ideal candidate should have at least 6 years of experience in embedded software development, especially within automotive safety domains, and be fluent in both German and English. Join a diverse team committed to innovation in embedded systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience in embedded software design and development.
• 2-3 years in automotive or safety-critical domains.
• Expert in C programming for bare-metal development.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement embedded software for motor control systems.
• Document software requirements and test specifications.
• Model and design software architecture using UML.

Skills

Embedded software design

C programming

Python for test automation

Debugging

Embedded communication protocols

Functional Safety Standards

Team collaboration

Fluent in German and English

Education

University degree in Computer Engineering or related field

Tools

Lauterbach TRACE32

Vector CANoe

JTAG/SWD

Job description

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities in your new role

• Design and implement robust embedded software (C/Bare Metal) for motor control systems, adhering to safety standards (ISO 26262 ASIL B) and coding guidelines (e.g., MISRA C)
• Derive and document software requirements and test specifications from system-level requirements, ensuring full traceability within the V-Model process
• Model and design software architecture using UML (e.g., PlantUML), defining component interfaces, state machines, and sequence diagrams
• Set up and maintain development environments (IDE, Build Systems) and automated test setups, including Unit Testing frameworks to ensure high code quality and coverage
• Conduct software integration testing and debugging on hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) or motor test bench setups, including simulating motor control effects and resolving complex mechatronic issues
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (Hardware, System Engineering, Validation) to troubleshoot interdisciplinary problems and optimize system performance

Qualifications

Qualifications and skills to help you succeed

• University degree in Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or a comparable field
• Minimum 6 years of hands‑on embedded software design and development, with at least 2–3 years in automotive or safety‑critical domains
• Expert‑level C programming for bare‑metal development; Python skills for test automation are highly preferred
• Hardware & Debugging: Comfortable working with microcontrollers, sensors, and lab equipment; proficient with debugging/tracing tools (e.g., Lauterbach TRACE32, Vector CANoe, or JTAG/SWD)
• Hands‑on experience with two or more embedded communication protocols: CAN, LIN, SPI, I2C, UART
• Proven experience with functional safety standards (ISO 26262, ASIL B) and automotive development processes (Automotive SPICE)
• Basic understanding of motor control concepts (e.g., PWM, PID, FOC) is a strong plus
• Excellent team player with strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting abilities
• Fluent in written and spoken German and English (B2/C1 level)

Contact: Carolina Moreira

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