Staff Specialist Engineer Embedded Software and Firmware (f/m/div)
Infineon Munich, Bavaria, Germany
Semiconductor Manufacturing · 10,001+ employees
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About the role
You will design and develop software components for next-generation microcontrollers while ensuring compliance with automotive industry standards like ASPICE and ISO 26262. You will also collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize software solutions for target hardware platforms and drive continuous improvement in development methodologies.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates must hold a degree in Electronics Engineering or a related field and possess at least 5 years of experience in embedded software development. Proficiency in low-level programming, knowledge of computer architecture, and familiarity with automotive safety standards are essential requirements.
Full description
#WeAreIn for jobs that impact everyone's life.
Join the thinkers, builders, and problem-solvers behind tomorrow’s technology.
As a Staff Specialist Engineer Embedded Software and Firmware in our Research & Development team, you'll have the opportunity to merge creativity with your technical expertise by shaping the future of technology, driving groundbreaking projects, and bringing new ideas to life.
Are you in?
Your roleKey responsibilities in your new role
- Take an active
and collaborative role in the definition, design, and development of new software components for next-generation microcontrollers across the entire software development lifecycle
- Develop software
in compliance with industry standards and quality requirements, including ASPICE, ISO 26262, ISO 21434, and related processes
- Collaborate
closely with cross-functional engineering teams to define, review, and refine software requirements
- Ensure software
solutions are aligned with and optimized for the target hardware platform and system architecture
- Contribute to
software design reviews, requirement validation, and technical discussions to support robust and scalable implementations
- Drive continuous
improvement of software development methodologies, processes, and best practices to enhance efficiency, stability, and scalability
Your profileQualifications and skills to help you succeed
- Degree in Electronics
Engineering or a related field, with solid knowledge of semiconductor development
- 5+ years of
experience in embedded software development, preferably within automotive or semiconductor environments
- Initial
technical leadership experience, combined with strong problem-solving, coordination, and time-management skills, and the ability to work independently and drive effective solutions across teams
- Strong
understanding of computer architecture and embedded processor technologies, including ARM and RISC-V
- Proficiency in low-level/bare-metal
programming using C, scripting languages such as Python, Perl, or TCL, and practical experience with AI-assisted software development and code review.
- Familiarity with
hardware and verification languages, including at least one HDL (e.g., VHDL, Verilog) and one HVL (e.g., Specman e, SystemVerilog), as well as hands-on experience with simulation, debugging, and validation tools for embedded systems
- Good knowledge
of automotive standards and processes such as ISO 26262, ISO 21434, and ASPICE; fluent in English with strong communication and presentation skills, while German language skills are a plus
#WeAreIn for driving decarbonization and digitalization.As a global leader in semiconductor solutions in power systems and IoT, Infineon enables game-changing solutions for green and efficient energy, clean and safe mobility, as well as smart and secure IoT. Together, we drive innovation and customer success, while caring for our people and empowering them to reach ambitious goals. Be a part of making life easier, safer and greener.Are you in?We are on a journey to create the best Infineon for everyone.
We strive to create the best Infineon for everyone by embracing diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants for who they are and offer a workplace built on trust, openness, respect and equal opportunity.
Our hiring decisions are based on skills and experience. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply.
Please let your recruiter know if you need any accommodations during the interview process.
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