Junior Embedded Automotive Software Engineer

Zirak; Palermo; In loco; EUR 45.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Zirak in Palermo is seeking an embedded software engineer to develop and maintain automotive connectivity modules, including TCU and infotainment systems. You will implement and test CAN, LIN, Ethernet, Bluetooth and Wi‑Fi protocols, and contribute to OTA, telematics and V2X functionalities.

The role requires 1–2 years in embedded software, strong C/C++ skills, Python scripting, Git/JIRA experience, and good English communication.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
• 1–2 years of professional experience in embedded software development, preferably automotive.
• Strong C and C++ programming skills.
• Experience with Python scripting.
• Knowledge of embedded software development, integration, testing and debugging practices.
• Experience with Git version control.
• Experience with JIRA for issue-tracking and project management.
• Good written and spoken English communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Mansioni

• Develop and maintain embedded software components for in-vehicle connectivity modules (TCU and infotainment).
• Implement, integrate and test automotive and wireless protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet, Bluetooth, Wi‑Fi, cellular).
• Support connected‑vehicle features (OTA updates, telematics, V2X).
• Contribute to software integration, debugging, testing and issue resolution on embedded automotive platforms.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional hardware, systems engineering, cybersecurity and cloud teams.
• Follow automotive software processes and standards (ASPICE, ISO 26262, AUTOSAR).

Conoscenze

C/C++ programming

Python scripting

English communication

Embedded software development

Version control (Git)

JIRA usage

AUTOSAR knowledge

ASPICE knowledge

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Formazione

Engineering degree

Strumenti

Vector CANoe/CANalyzer

Embedded Linux / QNX

Descrizione del lavoro

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain embedded software components for in-vehicle connectivity modules, including TCU and infotainment systems.
• Implement, integrate and test automotive and wireless communication protocols, including CAN, LIN, Ethernet, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and cellular technologies.
• Support the development of connected-vehicle functionalities such as OTA updates, telematics and V2X communication.
• Contribute to software integration, debugging, testing and issue resolution on embedded automotive platforms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional hardware, systems engineering, cybersecurity and cloud teams.
• Follow automotive software development processes and standards, including ASPICE, ISO 26262 and AUTOSAR.

Mandatory Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or a related field.
• One to two years of professional experience in embedded software development, preferably within the automotive industry.
• Good programming skills in C and C++.
• Experience with scripting languages, particularly Python.
• Knowledge of embedded software development, integration, testing and debugging practices.
• Experience with version-control systems, particularly Git.
• Experience with issue-tracking and project-management tools, such as JIRA.
• Good written and spoken English communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Nice to Have

• Experience with Embedded Linux or QNX.
• Exposure to automotive telematics, V2X communication or OTA update systems.
• Familiarity with automotive communication protocols, including CAN, LIN and UDS.
• Experience with automotive network analysis and testing tools, such as Vector CANoe or CANalyzer.
• Knowledge of wireless communication technologies, including Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and LTE/5G.
• Understanding of AUTOSAR concepts and automotive software architectures.
• Basic knowledge of automotive functional safety and development processes, including ISO 26262 and ASPICE.
• Awareness of cybersecurity principles in the automotive domain.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS or Microsoft Azure and with vehicle data pipelines.
• Knowledge of the Italian language.

Location: possibility of smart working.