ETAS - Curricular Internship for Thesis | Optimizing AUTOSAR Code Generation for Resource-Constrained Embedded Architectures

Bosch Italia; Torino; On-site; EUR 7,800 - 10,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend 700–900€

Job summary

Bosch Italia offers a 6-month full-time curricular internship for final-year Master’s students in Embedded Systems. The role focuses on optimizing AUTOSAR code generation for memory, CPU, and code size on resource-constrained embedded platforms.

You will evaluate portability and performance across microcontrollers and work with a mentoring team of software developers. Expected to contribute through solid C programming, low-level software design insight, and collaboration in a multicultural team.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in the final year of a university master's degree program.
• Strong programming skills in C.
• Good knowledge of embedded systems and computer architecture.
• Understanding of operating systems and real-time concepts.
• Analytical mindset and interest in low-level software design.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• At least B2 level of English and at least B2 Italian.

Responsibilities

• Learn about the architecture of AUTOSAR Classic code generation toolchains.
• Analyse generated AUTOSAR software and identify optimization opportunities related to memory footprint, CPU utilization and code size.
• Develop proof-of-concept solutions to optimize AUTOSAR components for resource-constrained platforms.
• Define a methodology to evaluate software portability and efficiency across microcontroller architectures.
• Investigate platform-specific assumptions in generated source code and propose architectural improvements.
• Perform measurements and benchmarking to assess the impact of optimization strategies.
• Work with experienced software developers who will mentor you throughout the journey.

Skills

C programming

Embedded systems

RTOS concepts

Analytical mindset

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Embedded Systems

Job description

Job Description

We are currently seeking a passionate student in their final year of a Master’s degree program to join our team for a paid curricular internship opportunity for thesis.

As an intern, you will investigate how modern AUTOSAR code generation technologies can be optimized to efficiently operate on resource-constrained embedded platforms. The project will explore the challenges and opportunities of deploying AUTOSAR-based software across a broad range of microcontroller architectures, from low-end devices with tight memory and performance constraints to more capable automotive-grade platforms.

The goal of this thie internship is to analyse the assumptions and dependencies embedded in AUTOSAR code generators, identify optimization opportunities, and develop methodologies to improve portability, scalability, and runtime efficiency across different hardware architectures. The project combines software architecture analysis, embedded systems engineering, performance optimization, and practical experimentation.

You will…

• Learn about the architecture of modern AUTOSAR Classic code generation toolchains
• Analyse generated AUTOSAR software and identify optimization opportunities related to memory footprint, CPU utilization, and code size
• Develop proof-of-concept solutions demonstrating how AUTOSAR components can be optimized for resource-constrained embedded platforms
• Define a methodology for evaluating software portability and efficiency across different microcontroller architectures
• Investigate platform-specific assumptions in generated source code and propose architectural improvements
• Perform measurements and benchmarking activities to assess the impact of different optimization strategies
• Work together with experienced software developers who will mentor and guide you throughout your journey

Key qualifications

• Enrolled in the final year of a university master’s degree program, preferably in Embedded Systems, Software Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong programming skills in C.
• Good knowledge of embedded systems and computer architecture.
• Understanding of operating systems and real-time concepts.
• Analytical mindset and interest in low-level software design.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• At least B2 level of English and at least B2 Italian.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with microcontrollers and embedded toolchains
• Knowledge of automotive software concepts
• Familiarity with AUTOSAR, Real time OS, compiler technology
• Interest in performance optimization and software architecture

What We Offer:

• Duration: 6 Months Full Time Internship (Curricular or Extracurricular);
• Internships foresee reimbursement at Bosch Italia. Depending on the level of your education, you will reimbursed with 700⁄900 euros (gross)/month.

Bosch is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin or ancestry, age, disability or any other protected class.

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