You will design and develop high-performance embedded software for automotive car access and connectivity systems using C. The role involves defining modular software architectures, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and collaborating with global teams and OEMs.
EMBEDDED SOFTWARE ENGINEER (M/F/D) CAR ACCESS
Location Schortens, Germany
FORVIA HELLA is a listed international automotive supplier.
As a company of the FORVIA Group, FORVIA HELLA stands for high-performance
lighting technology and vehicle electronics and, with the Lifecycle Solutions
Business Group, also covers a broad service and product portfolio for the spare
parts and workshop business as well as for manufacturers of special vehicles.
With currently around 34,000 employees at over 125 locations, the company is
active worldwide and generated adjusted sales of €8.0 billion in the fiscal
year 2025.
YOUR TASKS
We are looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to
design and deliver high-performance automotive car access and connectivity
systems. The role combines hands-on embedded development with software
architecture responsibility in a safety-critical environment. You will work on
highly innovative technologies such as UWB-based digital keys, wireless
communication, and radar sensing, contributing directly to future comfort,
safety, and security features, and collaborate within global, cross-functional
development teams, driving the definition and development of customer-facing
innovations and features.
Design and develop real-time embedded software in C for automotive ECUs
Define and implement scalable, modular software architectures
Integrate and optimize solutions on microcontrollers and SoCs (e.g., NXP, TI)
Perform advanced debugging and root cause analysis using tools such as JTAG, Lauterbach, and trace/log analysis
Develop and integrate connectivity solutions (CAN, LIN, Bluetooth, NFC, UWB)
Ensure compliance with ASPICE processes, ISO 26262 (functional safety), and cybersecurity requirements
Collaborate closely with OEMs, suppliers, and cross-functional teams
Drive system-level integration and hardware–software interaction
Create and maintain high-quality technical documentation
Support project delivery by aligning stakeholders and ensuring quality standards
YOUR QUALIFICATIONS
Degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a comparable field
Strong experience in embedded C development and real-time systems
Experience with debugging complex embedded systems
Experience in Car Access / Digital Key / Smart Entry systems
Experience with wireless technologies (Bluetooth, NFC, UWB)
Knowledge of automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN)
Knowledge of automotive cybersecurity
Familiarity with ASPICE and ISO 26262
Strong communication skills and experience working with OEMs and suppliers
Background in software architecture and system design
WHAT WE OFFER
Work on innovative vehicle access and connectivity technologies
Opportunity to take technical leadership and architecture ownership
Collaborative environment with global teams, OEMs, and suppliers
Exposure to cutting-edge automotive standards and technologies
You will work on highly innovative technologies such as UWB-based digital keys, wireless communication, and radar sensing, contributing directly to future comfort, safety, and security features
Remote work and flexible work schedules
Extensive career and professional development opportunities
The “HELLA in Motion” sports and wellness program, as well as partners in the WELLPASS corporate fitness network
Discounted “Deutschland-Ticket” for bus and train travel
Bicycle leasing and numerous employee benefits
Company pension plan with a HELLA contribution
Family support: Family services and counseling on caring for family members
Employee events
Even if you do not meet all our requirements, do not hesitate to apply to us, because the further development of our employees is very important to us and opens up a wide range of opportunities for you in our company.
Hella stands for the variety of all employees. Inclusion and diversity are firmly anchored in our company culture. We are continuously looking for new team players and welcome applications from all interested parties, regardless of their ethical and social background, age, religion, gender, disability, sexual orientation or identity.
Please send us your application via our career portal, stating your salary requirements and earliest possible starting date, with the reference number req18755.
HELLA GmbH & Co. KGaA Andreas Hahn Rixbecker Str. 75 59552 Lippstadt
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