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Taras Kuźmiak-Embedded Software Engineer
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Experience
Jan 2024 - Present
2 years 7 monthsSoftware Developer (Model-Based Design)
Viessmann Climate Solutions
Position Summary
Software Developer (Model-Based Design) at Viessmann Climate Solutions
Industries
Energy
Manufacturing
Business Areas
Information Technology
Product Development
Quality Assurance
Research and Development
- Lead model-based development of control software for heat pumps, photovoltaic inverters, and energy storage systems based on MATLAB/Simulink.
- Designed, simulated, and optimized control algorithms during early system and software development phases to ensure performance, stability, and reliability.
- Performed MIL, SIL, and HIL testing to validate software functionality and overall system behavior.
- Defined and analyzed system and software requirements, ensuring traceability and alignment with system architecture.
- Supported software integration and validation across control, power electronics, and system-level components.
- Prepared technical documentation and collaborated with cross-functional, international development teams.
Jan 2023 - Dec 2024
2 yearsEmbedded Software Engineer (Automotive)
Volvo Cars
Position Summary
Embedded Software Engineer (Automotive) at Volvo Cars
Industries
Automotive
Business Areas
Information Technology
Product Development
Quality Assurance
- Developed and maintained AUTOSAR-based embedded software for automotive ECUs in compliance with ISO 26262 functional safety requirements.
- Implemented and verified software components using MATLAB/Simulink and Embedded C, following model-based development principles.
- Executed MIL, SIL, and HIL testing to validate software functionality, safety mechanisms, and system integration.
- Performed functional safety analyses, including FMEA, to identify and mitigate potential risks.
- Utilized automotive communication protocols such as CAN and Automotive Ethernet for ECU integration and testing.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams within an OEM environment to support software integration, testing, and release activities.
Jan 2021 - Dec 2022
2 yearsSoftware Test Engineer
Verocel Polska Sp. z o.o.
Position Summary
Software Test Engineer at Verocel Polska Sp. z o.o.
Industries
Information Technology
Business Areas
Information Technology
Quality Assurance
- Performed software verification and validation activities within model-based development environments using MATLAB/Simulink.
- Developed and executed test cases to verify control software functionality at model and software levels.
- Supported MIL and SIL testing activities in compliance with project verification plans.
- Documented test results and collaborated with development teams to identify and resolve defects.
Jan 2019 - Dec 2023
5 yearsEmbedded Software Engineer (Automotive)
MAN Truck & Bus SE
Position Summary
Embedded Software Engineer (Automotive) at MAN Truck & Bus SE
Industries
Automotive
Manufacturing
Business Areas
Information Technology
Product Development
Quality Assurance
- Developed and integrated embedded software components for automotive ECUs using AUTOSAR architecture and Embedded C.
- Applied model-based development with MATLAB/Simulink to support control logic design and software implementation.
- Conducted MIL, SIL, and HIL testing to verify software behavior and integration with vehicle systems.
- Supported functional safety activities in accordance with ISO 26262, including analysis and verification tasks.
- Utilized automotive communication protocols such as CAN for ECU diagnostics and testing.
Jan 2019 - Dec 2019
1 yearR&D Engineer
REDNT S.A.
Position Summary
R&D Engineer at REDNT S.A.
Industries
Energy
Business Areas
Product Development
Research and Development
- Participated in research and development projects related to power quality and electrical systems.
Jan 2017 - Dec 2018
2 yearsAutomation Engineer
FAE Fanina S.A.
Position Summary
Automation Engineer at FAE Fanina S.A.
Industries
Manufacturing
Business Areas
Information Technology
Operations
Production
Project Management
- Supported industrial automation and control system projects, including basic PLC programming and system commissioning.
Industry Experience
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Experienced in Manufacturing, Automotive, Energy, and Information Technology.
Manufacturing
Automotive
Energy
Information Technology
Business Area Experience
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Experienced in Information Technology, Product Development, Quality Assurance, Research and Development, Operations, and Production.
Information Technology
Product Development
Quality Assurance
Research and Development
Operations
Production
Summary
Embedded Software Engineer with 6+ years of experience in model-based development using MATLAB/Simulink. Strong background in AUTOSAR-based software, functional safety (ISO 26262), and verification using MIL, SIL, and HIL methodologies. Proven experience in automotive OEM projects (Volvo Cars, MAN Truck & Bus) and energy systems (Viessmann), covering the full V-model from requirements and system design to implementation, testing, and validation.
Skills
Core Automotive / Embedded
- Autosar
- Iso 26262 Functional Safety
- Embedded C / Auto Code Generation
- Matlab / Simulink
- Model-Based Design
Verification & Validation
- Mil / Sil / Hil
- Unit Testing
- Fmea
- Automotive Spice
Automotive Communication & Tools
- Can, Automotive Ethernet, Xcp
- Vector Canoe / Canalyzer / Canape
- Jenkins, Git, Gerrit, Ci/Cd
Languages
Polish
Native English
Advanced German
Elementary Education
Oct 2012 - Jun 2017
AGH University of Science and Technology
Master of Science, Specialization: Power Quality and Dynamic Voltage Restorer (DVR) · Electrical Engineering · Kraków, Poland
Certifications & licenses
ISO 26262 Functional Safety – Training
MATLAB / Simulink Training (internal / project-based)
Statistics
Experience
Total positions 6
Experience in Manufacturing 9.5 y
Avg length 2 y 4 m
Longest experience 4 y 11 m
Expertise
Recent roles Software Developer (Model-Based Design), Embedded Software Engineer (Automotive), Software Test Engineer
Main industries Manufacturing, Automotive, Energy
Main business areas Information Technology, Product Development, Quality Assurance
Qualifications
Highest degree Master
Certifications earned 2
Profile
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Taras speaks the following languages: Polish (Native), English (Advanced), German (Elementary).
Taras has at least 10 years of experience. During this time, Taras has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 6 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 7 months. Note that Taras may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
Based on recent experience, Taras would be well-suited for roles such as: Software Developer (Model-Based Design), Embedded Software Engineer (Automotive), Software Test Engineer.
Taras's most recent position is Software Developer (Model-Based Design) at Viessmann Climate Solutions.
In recent years, Taras has worked for Viessmann Climate Solutions, Volvo Cars, Verocel Polska Sp. z o.o., and MAN Truck & Bus SE.
Taras is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Automotive, and Energy. Taras also has some experience in Information Technology.
Taras is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology, Product Development, and Quality Assurance. Taras also has some experience in Research and Development, Operations, and Production.
Taras has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing, Automotive, and Energy.
Taras has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology, Product Development, and Quality Assurance.
Taras holds a Master in Electrical Engineering from AGH University of Science and Technology.
Taras has 2 certificates. These include: ISO 26262 Functional Safety – Training and MATLAB / Simulink Training (internal / project-based).
Taras is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.
Taras's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.
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