Role: AUTOSAR Application Software Engineer

Overview of the Position:

The AUTOSAR Application Software Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, integrating, and validating application-level software components using Classic/Adaptive AUTOSAR platforms. The role involves working with ECU software stack, communication interfaces, diagnostics, safety requirements, and cross-functional teams to deliver production-quality automotive software.

Roles & Responsibilities:

A. Application Development

  • Develop SWCs (Software Components) using AUTOSAR methodology (Classic: CDD/ASWC; Adaptive: ARA Apps).
  • Configure and integrate AUTOSAR BSW modules using tools like Vector DaVinci Configurator/Developer, Elektrobit Tresos, ETAS ISOLAR.
  • Implement application logic in C/C++ as per model, requirements, and architecture guidelines.
  • Develop “complex drivers” if needed for hardware-specific functions.

B. Requirements & Architecture

  • Understand and analyze System, Software & Functional requirements.
  • Create and maintain SWS, SDD, ICD documents.
  • Work with system architects to ensure correct interface mapping (RTE, runnable scheduling, port interfaces).

C. Integration & Debugging

  • Integrate application SWCs with RTE and BSW stack.
  • Perform ECU software build, linker configuration, and memory optimization.
  • Debug issues using tools like CANoe, CANalyzer, Trace32, iSYSTEM, Lauterbach.
  • Work with hardware-in-loop (HIL) setups for testing and validation.

D. Communication & Diagnostics

  • Configure and verify CAN, CAN-FD, LIN, FlexRay, Ethernet communication.
  • Implement and validate UDS (ISO 14229), DTC (ISO 15031) and DEM functionalities.
  • Work with network management, PDU routing, and COM stack.

E. Functional Safety (ISO 26262)

  • Follow ASIL requirements (A–D) as per program.
  • Perform requirement traceability, safety analyses support, and document design as per FuSa guidelines.

F. Tools & Processes

  • Use CI/CD pipelines, version control, and issue tracking: Git, Gerrit, Jenkins, Jira.
  • Follow ASPICE-compliant software development lifecycle.

Education Qualification:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in:
    • Electronics & Communication
    • Electrical Engineering
    • Computer Science
    • Automotive Engineering
    • Mechatronics

Experience:

  • 4–7 years

Essential Functional / Technical Competencies:

Mandatory Skills

  • Strong programming experience in Embedded C/C++.
  • Hands-on experience with Classic AUTOSAR (RTE, BSW configuration, SWC development).
  • Knowledge of MCU architecture (Infineon Aurix, Renesas, NXP).
  • Good understanding of automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, UDS).
  • Experience with debugging tools (CANoe, CANalyzer, Oscilloscope, Debug Probe).
  • Exposure to ISO 26262 and ASPICE processes.

Desired Functional / Technical Competencies:

  • Experience with Adaptive AUTOSAR.
  • Model-based development using MATLAB/Simulink.
  • Knowledge of bootloader, OTA updates, and secure diagnostics.
  • Experience with electric powertrain, BMS, ADAS, or Body Control Modules.
  • Scripting skills: Python, CAPL.

Soft Skills

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
  • Ability to work in cross-functional, multi-cultural teams.
  • Good communication and documentation skills.
  • Ownership mindset with focus on quality.