Senior Staff Engineer Robotic Software Developer Ilmenau

Job description

Build the future nobody's dreamed of yet... are you ready to rethink the impossible? Design and implement robust embedded software (C/Bare Metal) for motor control systems, adhering to safety standards (ISO 26262 ASIL B) and coding guidelines (e.g., MISRA C) Derive and document software requirements and test specifications from system-level requirements, ensuring full traceability within the V-Model process Model and design software architecture using UML (e.g., PlantUML), defining component interfaces, state machines, and sequence diagrams Set up and maintain development environments (IDE, Build Systems) and automated test setups, including Unit Testing frameworks to ensure high code quality and coverage Conduct software integration testing and debugging on hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) or motor test bench setups, including simulating motor control effects and resolving complex mechatronic issues Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (Hardware, System Engineering, Validation) to troubleshoot interdisciplinary problems and optimize system performance University degree in Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or a comparable field Minimum 6 years of hands-on embedded software design and development, with at least 2-3 years in automotive or safety-critical domains Expert-level C programming for bare-metal development; Python skills for test automation are highly preferred Hardware & Debugging: Comfortable working with microcontrollers, sensors, and lab equipment; proficient with debugging/tracing tools (e.g., Lauterbach TRACE32, Vector CANoe, or JTAG/SWD) Hands-on experience with two or more embedded communication protocols: CAN, LIN, SPI, I2C, UART Proven experience with functional safety standards (ISO 26262, ASIL B) and automotive development processes (Automotive SPICE) Understanding of servo motor control concepts is a strong plus Experience with IFX MCU's (AURIX, PSOC and TLE MOTIX family) is a plus Excellent team player with strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities Fluent in written and spoken German and English (B2/C1 level). We are on a journey to create the best Infineon for everyone. This means we embrace diversity and inclusion and welcome everyone for who they are. At Infineon, we offer a working environment characterized by trust, openness, respect and tolerance and are committed to give all applicants and employees equal opportunities. We base our recruiting decisions on the applicant´s experience and skills.