Software Engineer / Software Architect for Automotive Production Systems (all genders)

Software Engineer / Software Architect for Automotive Production Systems (all genders), Mannheim

Location: Mannheim, Germany

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Description:

Our Automotive Technology business is passionate about the automotive industry, producing and marketing high-tech automotive components worldwide. With over 20,000 employees, we are responsible for the success of this business. Our product and service range includes chassis technologies such as steering and damper systems, assembly of axle systems, powertrain components for conventional and alternative engines, and lightweight car body components.

In collaboration with leading automotive manufacturers, thyssenkrupp Presta advances future mobility with its steering technology. The automotive environment is evolving with autonomous driving, connectivity, and electrification. Join our team and be part of shaping the future of mobility!

Responsibilities:

1. Design communication between control units and test modules during product industrialization projects.
2. Conceive and implement new test and production processes on global test modules.
3. Define modular software architectures to ensure scalability, maintainability, and reusability of production systems.
4. Develop and implement security architectures for networked production systems in collaboration with IT security teams.
5. Develop software and integrate bus systems (CAN, FlexRay, LIN) into automated test modules and production systems.
6. Design and develop validation measures, including automated software and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing processes.

Qualifications:

• Degree in mechatronics, electrical engineering, computer science, or a related field.
• Experience with software architecture, modularization, patterns, interfaces, and object-oriented programming (preferably Python).
• Practical experience in cybersecurity, including threat modeling, encryption, and authentication.
• Knowledge of bus systems (CAN, FlexRay, LIN), software development processes, and architectures.
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken) and willingness to travel internationally (up to 10%).

Benefits:

• Flexible working hours
• Ergonomic workstations, health and fitness facilities, and wellness programs
• Subsidized company pension plan
• Training opportunities via thyssenkrupp Academy and external providers
• Subsidized meals and snacks
• Regular company events
• Discounts at various stores and partners

We welcome applications regardless of gender, nationality, ethnicity, social background, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, or identity.