Embedded Application Engineer - Railway Domain (m/f)

As an Embedded Application Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and implementing high-level software functionality for embedded systems in the railway domain using graphical programming tools. Your role will be essential in translating domain-specific requirements into functional software that directly impacts train control systems, signaling solutions, communication systems, and more. You will collaborate closely with cross-disciplinary teams to ensure that your software integrates seamlessly with hardware and meets the highest safety and performance standards. Key responsibilities: - Application Development: Design, develop, and implement high-level software for embedded systems used in railway applications, such as train control, signaling, and monitoring systems - Graphical Programming Tools: Utilize proprietary graphical programming environments (similar to MATLAB/Simulink, LabVIEW) to create application logic and functionality for embedded systems - System Integration: Work with embedded hardware and software engineers to integrate functionality into embedded systems, ensuring compatibility and optimal performance - Domain Expertise: Apply your domain knowledge of railway systems to develop customized solutions that meet the specific needs of the railway industry - Testing & Validation: Collaborate with testing teams to validate and verify the software, ensuring that it meets safety, reliability, and regulatory standards - Collaboration: Work alongside embedded systems engineers, hardware teams, and domain specialists to deliver end-to-end solutions - Documentation: Prepare and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for software design, functionality, and integration processes

Required skills and qualifications: - Experience: Proven experience in embedded software development, with a focus on application-level programming for embedded systems in a domain-specific context (e.g., railway, automotive, industrial systems) - Graphical Programming Tools: Experience using graphical programming tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, LabVIEW, or similar for embedded application development - Programming Languages: Knowledge of high-level programming languages such as C, C++, or Python for embedded systems - Domain Knowledge: Understanding of railway systems, including signalling, train control, and communication protocols, is a strong advantage - Problem Solving: Strong analytical skills and the ability to implement robust, reliable software solutions - System Integration: Experience in integrating application software with embedded hardware platforms - Safety Standards: Familiarity with safety standards for the railway industry (e.g., EN 50126/8/9) is a plus - Communication Skills: Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams Preferred qualifications: - Educational Background: Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field - Experience in Railway Domain: Previous experience in the railway industry or working on embedded applications for transportation systems is highly desirable - Certifications: Any relevant certifications in embedded systems or railway safety standards are advantageous