Embedded Software Engineer – Autonomous Driving | Car IT Security | Embedded Software Engineer (m/w/d) – Autonomous Driving | Car IT Security

prognum Automotive GmbH

Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published Jul 1, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role is for an Embedded Software Engineer passionate about future mobility, working with PROGNUM, an established engineering and consulting service provider in the automotive sector. The successful candidate will develop safety-critical embedded software for autonomous driving functions, integrate software into vehicle control units and sensors, and ensure functional safety and security-by-design principles are met. Key responsibilities include analyzing potential IT security risks in vehicles and implementing protective measures. The position requires close collaboration with system architects, cybersecurity, and testing teams, utilizing modern tools and methods like C++, Embedded Linux, Secure Boot, and IDS. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge automotive technologies in autonomous driving and car IT security.

Required Skills

Education

University degree in Computer Science or a comparable field

Experience

  • Professional experience in embedded software development within the automotive environment
  • Knowledge of IT security, secure coding, and safety-critical standards (e.g., ISO 26262, UNECE R155)
  • Experience with C++, real-time operating systems, and Embedded Linux

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Not specified