Junior Embedded Automotive Software Engineer

Zirak; Perugia; Ibrido; EUR 38.000 - 58.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Zirak is seeking an embedded software engineer to develop and maintain software for in-vehicle connectivity modules, including TCU and infotainment. You will implement automotive protocols (CAN/LIN/Ethernet/Bluetooth/Wi‑Fi/ Cellular) and contribute to OTA, telematics, and V2X features.

The role requires 1–2 years in embedded automotive software, strong C/C++ skills, Python scripting, and experience with Git and JIRA, plus teamwork across engineering disciplines.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
• 1–2 years of embedded software development experience, preferably in automotive.
• Proficient in C and C++.
• Experience with Python scripting.
• Familiar with Git version control and JIRA.
• Strong English communication skills and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.

Mansioni

• Develop and maintain embedded software for vehicle connectivity modules (TCU, infotainment).
• Implement and test CAN, LIN, Ethernet, Bluetooth, Wi‑Fi, and cellular protocols.
• Support OTA updates, telematics and V2X functionalities.
• Assist with integration, debugging, testing and issue resolution on embedded automotive platforms.
• Collaborate with hardware, systems engineering, cybersecurity and cloud teams.
• Adhere to ASPICE, ISO 26262 and AUTOSAR development processes.

Conoscenze

C/C++ programming

Python scripting

Embedded software development

Git version control

JIRA issue-tracking

English communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Formazione

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer/Electrical Engineering or CS

Strumenti

CAN/LIN/UDS knowledge

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.