AUTOSAR Experts in Germany
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Goran P.
Last position:
Test Manager & Analyst at Festo / Questax GmbH
Project goal: Carrying out system tests and validating industrial communication and control systems, including requirements definition and verification.
Responsibilities:
- Test planning, test execution
- Test strategy, test cases, and test specifications
- Requirements analysis
- Ensuring traceability between requirements, test cases, and defects
- Carrying out regression and integration tests
- Defect analysis
- Simulation and validation
- NetSniffer Wireshark
- Supporting test automation (Python, CI/CD)
- Reporting
- Stakeholder coordination and agile collaboration (Scrum / SAFe / Kanban)
- V-Model
- CI/CD automation with Python, Groovy, and frameworks (Selenium, PyTest)
Technologies:: CAN, Modbus, Ethernet, PLC, PROFINET, Codebeamer ALM, Scrum, SAFe, MS Teams, Git, CI/CD with GitLab CI and TeamCity, Windows Batch, FAS, Wireshark, Python, Enterprise Architect (EA), AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot), VS Code, Tia Portal, SCL, Python (Selenium, PyTest)
Burhan D.
Last position:
Enterprise Architect & Solution Architect at DB Netz AG
With project PRIZMA, DB will modernize its infrastructure on the one hand, and develop a fail-safe IT landscape on the other hand, which can be restored quickly and securely in case of a disaster.
- Capture current architectures of existing systems as well as methodical consulting and development of target architectures
- Deepen and maintain the building plan / target IT landscape
- Implement technical architecture concepts & architecture descriptions
- Implement migration concepts for updating and further developing the platform and information systems
- Assess submitted improvement suggestions as part of the project
- Capability management: identify capability gaps, develop target visions, and support transformation planning within the enterprise architecture.
- Create a compatibility matrix of the components in use and compare dependencies of specific versions
- Create an IT concept for extending the platform with the following topics: hardware and software requirements, security, licensing, high availability, load balancing, backup & recovery, update strategy, monitoring integration, etc.
- Coordinate with business architects as well as technical architects from the cross-functional architecture area of the PRISMA program for the topics (backup, Active Directory, monitoring, Citrix, and business applications ...)
- Status meetings and alignment of project planning with the Release Train Engineer / Project Manager
- Advise the Release Train Engineer / Project Manager in identifying project risks
- Advise the System Architect Engineers in steering the implementation of the concept
- Implement the IT concept
- Document the infrastructure
Label: MS Project, LINUX, Windows, ORACLE, Java, REST, SharePoint, Microsoft Exchange, UML, Enterprise Architect, BPMN, AZURE, AWS, V-MODEL, Micro Service, VisualStudio, SAP S/4HANA, SCRUM(SAFE), ESB (TIBCO), Python, Innovator, LeanIX (TOGAF), Ansible, Ansible Tower, Ansible Automation, ROBOT, SpringBoot
Gerold K.
Last position:
Software Project Manager at Pioneer Europe R&D Center
- Field: Automotive / Amplifier
- freelance
- Mercedes Benz AG: MBOS 2.0 Amp581
- Coordination of an international software team
- Setting up and adapting development structures
- Representing software topics in all committees and meetings
- Coordination of various software suppliers
- Software responsibility for VDA 6.3 Audit & ASPICE Assessment
Lino G.
Last position:
Senior Data Scientist at VinFast Germany GmbH
- Led strategic software development of fusion algorithms for precise object tracking, trajectory prediction, and environment modeling based on multimodal sensor data (e.g., camera, LiDAR, radar, GNSS, IMU)
- Developed and implemented navigation algorithms for autonomous vehicles, including path planning, obstacle avoidance, and sensor fusion of visual, inertial, and distance-based sensor sources
- Automated extraction and training processes with CI/CD
- Developed and optimized data pipelines and processes in Microsoft Azure using Apache Spark, Databricks, and PySpark
- Developed and optimized embedded software for automotive control units
- Designed latency-critical software for real-time control in robotic systems with RTOS (freeRTOS, SAFERTOS)
- Used the Vector toolchain (CANdela, DaVinci, CANoe) for configuration and diagnostics
- Optimized existing data pipelines and processes (ETL, data warehouse, SQL)
- Developed and trained machine learning models using PyTorch
- Created deep-learning-based object detection and visual SLAM algorithms, trained on combined data from camera, LiDAR, and IMU sensors
- Implemented computer vision algorithms for object detection and classification in robotic systems using OpenCV and YOLO, utilizing synchronized image and depth data
- Implemented behavior-based control systems for autonomous robots using ROS2 Behavior Trees
- Performed testing, release, and integration of sensor fusion algorithms into automotive production programs
- Ensured adherence to proper software development processes and safety standards to guarantee high data quality (MISRA, ISO 26262, ASPICE)
Olfa A.
Last position:
Senior Embedded Software Engineer / Function Developer at Enginius GmbH (FAUN GROUP)
- Developed model-based software for hydrogen tank control units using MATLAB/Simulink, aligned with ISO 26262 functional safety requirements
- Performed system integration and software verification across MIL and HIL environments using dSPACE and Vector tools
- Defined software architecture (SADS) with interface specifications for CAN, analog, and digital communication protocols
- Generated production-ready embedded C code using Simulink Embedded Coder; created and maintained A2L calibration files with CANape
- Designed and executed MIL/HIL test cases ensuring full coverage of functional and safety requirements
- Implemented CODESYS PLC applications on IFM ecomatController; applied CAN and Modbus TCP/IP communication protocols
- Contributed to HMI/UI development using Qt/C++ on Linux (Qt Creator)
- Applied agile Kanban workflow with Git-based version control (Bitbucket)
Tools: MATLAB, Simulink, CANape, CANalyzer, PCAN-View, Embedded Coder, CODESYS, TTC2038/PXROS, Codebeamer, Jira, Git
Mohamed Issam K.
Last position:
Cyber Security Software Project Manager (ADAS) at Continental
- SW project coordination, integration of cyber security functions, and planning/tracking of processes (CS-DIA) with the customer
- Team management, preparation of cyber security qualification, and conducting audits
- Multinational team (Serbia, Germany) and supplier support (Tier 2: Renesas, Eeins, Argus …)
S.r.k. C.
Last position:
Senior Software Engineer at STEPPS GmbH / Motherson Dr. Schneider
Project: Intelligent Light Communication Software — Audi
- Analysis and clarification of system requirements with the customer and translation into software architecture and design decisions
- Architecture and implementation of CAN FD and SPI communication on NXP S32K312
- Design and development of flash bootloader, flash driver, and boot manager for secure OTA-capable updates
- Configuration of the AUTOSAR BSW architecture (Dcm, Dem, NvM, BswM, Os, Mcu, Port, Com stack, Rtc) for portability and maintainability
- Design of the crypto stack (Csm, CryIf, Crypto) for secure flash and diagnostic data; integration of the NXP HSE core and wrapper layer
- Integration of customer-specific modules (Sfd, Ivd, Npm) into the Vector AUTOSAR stack
- Definition of the memory architecture: Memmap, CMake, and linker script configuration
- Leading board bring-up for the Audi light demo platform; implementation of diagnostic routines and identifiers
Vaibhav G.
Last position:
Expert Software & Functions Engineer at AVL Software & Functions GmbH
E-Drive Control
- Performed Model-Based Development (MBD) of application software (ASW) functions for E-Drive control using AVL & customer toolchains
- Translated product requirements into scalable, high-performance Simulink models for high-visibility projects, ensuring compliance with V-Model, AUTOSAR, ASPICE, ISO 26262, MAAB, MISRA, MXAM
- Automatic code generation (.c, .h, .arxml) using Embedded Coder
- Analyzed and derived system and ASW requirements, along with test cases, using PTC Integrity, CodeBeamer & PikeTec TPT
- Performed Verification & Validation of ASW using MIL/SIL/HIL, model/code coverage, exception report, req. & test case traceability
- Reviewed requirements, test cases and ASW, providing feedback to testing & development teams to drive bug fixes & improvements
- Created signals in Visu-IT-ADD & Vector DaVinci Developer Classic
- Documented ASW functions using Visu-IT-FunDoc & customer tool
- Updated enterprise architecture (EA) framework for system & ASW
- Created whitebox specifications for Inverter subsystem using Visio
- Commissioned & tested Inverters on Power HIL
- Mentored colleagues to foster collaboration & knowledge sharing
Jonathan M.
Last position:
On-Site Coordinator at Freelance
- Customer interface and relationship management
- Requirements management and work coordination
- Technical and functional support focusing on automotive Ethernet
Oliver O.
Last position:
Embedded Software Architect at Automotive supplier
Stellar SR6 G7 line, 32-bit Arm® Cortex®-R52+ MCU.
- MISRA-C, C99, Greenhills ARM compiler
- Dassault AUTOSAR Builder
- EB Tresos
- Sparx Enterprise Architect 16.1
- VS Code
- Python xml, lxml, NumPy and Pandas
ISO 26262, ISO 21434, hypervisor, key management, HSM. Tooling & automation. LieberLieber LemonTree + Sparx EA. Jira, Confluence, SharePoint. Git/Github. DevOps through Jenkins & Conan.
Kai W.
Last position:
biobedded systems GmbH
- Embedded software development for EMS safety boards in medical technology according to IEC 62304 / ISO 13485
- Technologies: C++, OpenCV, Python, Qt6, JTAG, UART, CMake, IEC 62304, ISO 13485
Peter J.
Last position:
Interim Teamlead at Somnomedics
- Interim Teamlead to setup a project with STM32 and NORA Bluetooth module.
- Customer is planning new hardware to replace existing hardware with Bluetooth communication instead cable connection.
- Project was already started but the requirements were not defined.
- System based on STM32 and Nora B106 CPU.
- Analyzing the existing available code base.
- Checking for possible solutions to get the project working.
- Defining the requirements.
- Applying some rules to improve the team communication.
- Working with the NRF tools to get the custom board based on NORA B106 (NRF5340) working.
- Implementation of a simple device communication by Bluetooth.
- Preparation of documentation.
- Leading communication meetings.
- Conducted discussions with customer.
- Tools used: JIRA, OneNote, Git, Confluence, Nordic NRF, Nora B106.
Shiqing F.
Last position:
Technical Director at EmotionPool GmbH
- Spearheaded the EU market entry strategy for L3/L4 autonomous logistics vehicles, driving the technological localization and deployment of the parent company’s smart robotics portfolio.
- Orchestrated technical alignment between top-tier autonomous driving suppliers across China and Europe, translating complex client requirements into precise engineering specifications compliant with EU standards.
- Cultivated strategic joint R&D initiatives with leading European universities, research institutes, and enterprises, accelerating the transition of cutting-edge robotic concepts into commercial products.
- Directed the end-to-end architecture of intelligent warehousing solutions, guiding cross-functional teams in optimizing hardware integration for autonomous vehicles & robots, and overall system performance.
- Led the R&D of high-fidelity simulation and AI algorithms using NVIDIA Isaac Sim & Lab, establishing robust "Sim-to-Real" pipelines to train and validate dynamic path planning optimization, intelligent obstacle avoidance, and complex navigation stacks prior to physical deployment.
- Maintained hands-on oversight of the core system architecture, focusing on bottom-level performance tuning, AI model inference acceleration with TensorRT/ONNX Runtime, and sensor integration.
Sherif O.
Last position:
Developer at NXP Dresden
- Identified and resolved AUTOSAR violations in master code to ensure compliance with automotive software standards
- Verified product requirements against implementations using DOORS, ensuring full traceability and alignment with ISO 26262
- Managed and refined JIRA tickets, documented processes in Confluence, and maintained version control via GIT/Bitbucket
- Performed post-rebase code cleanup and validation across branches to maintain consistency in automotive software development
- Applied quality management principles to ensure compliance with automotive SPICE/ASPICE processes, including DSP and audio-related software validation
- Leveraged knowledge of Xtensa chips for low-level optimization in automotive C/C++ embedded systems
Gildas D.
Last position:
System Team Lead Diagnostics – Hybrid & Electric Drives (HEV/MHEV/PHEV) for Transmission and Engine (NA/SA) at Stellantis e-transmission
- Technical lead of diagnostics activities for eDCT transmissions and drive systems in the area of hybrid (HEV), mild-hybrid (MHEV), and plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEV)
- Responsibility for the development and validation of DTC strategies (OBD / EOBD) for markets in North and South America and the EU
- Coordination between interdisciplinary teams (system development, software, safety, calibration, after-sales)
- Creation and maintenance of diagnostic specifications (DID, DTC matrix, snapshot, freeze frame) according to STLA standards
- Support with troubleshooting, validation tests, EOL processes, and internal audits
- Technical interface to suppliers (Bosch, Valeo, etc.) in the area of actuators, sensors, and electric pumps
- Creation of diagnostic RFQ
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Statistics of experts using AUTOSAR
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
24 years
Position duration
2.3 years
Positions per freelancer
14
Top business areas
Product Development, Information Technology, Quality Assurance
Top industries
Automotive, Manufacturing, Information Technology
Certification focus areas
Quality Assurance, Information Technology, Product Development
Bachelor's degree or higher
98%
Master's degree or higher
80%
Doctorate
13%
Certifications per freelancer
2
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 19 Sep 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of freelancers in this technology in Germany are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows how many freelancers charge within that range.
Average rates of experts in Germany using AUTOSAR
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 19 Sep 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
AUTOSAR experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Automotive (93%)
- Manufacturing (69%)
- Information Technology (58%)
- Aerospace and Defense (32%)
- Telecommunication (32%)
- Education (29%)
- Healthcare (24%)
- Energy (17%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
What AUTOSAR covers
AUTOSAR, short for Automotive Open System Architecture, is a standardized software architecture for electronic control units and vehicle computing. AUTOSAR Classic supports predictable, real-time embedded control, while AUTOSAR Adaptive supports higher-performance systems, service-oriented communication and software updates. It helps manufacturers and suppliers separate application logic from basic software and hardware details.
Classic and Adaptive
AUTOSAR Classic is common in control systems such as braking, powertrain, body electronics and gateways. Its layered architecture includes application software, the runtime environment and basic software managed through the AUTOSAR Run-Time Environment and ECU abstraction. AUTOSAR Adaptive is used for centralized computing, automated driving functions, infotainment and connected services where processes, services and dynamic deployment matter.
Ecosystem and tooling
Projects combine AUTOSAR specifications with embedded C or C++, model-based development and vendor-specific configuration tools. Common work includes:
- Configure communication, diagnostic and memory services
- Integrate MCAL, ECU abstraction and operating system modules
- Define interfaces, ports, runnables and service contracts
- Generate, review and validate basic software configuration
- Connect CAN, LIN, FlexRay, Ethernet and SOME/IP communication
Toolchains may include Vector DaVinci, Elektrobit EB tresos, Arctic Core, MATLAB and Simulink, as well as compiler, debugger and continuous integration environments. The right combination depends on the ECU, supplier stack and safety goals.
When specialists add value
Companies bring in freelance AUTOSAR specialists during platform migrations, new ECU programs, integration phases and release-critical troubleshooting. They can resolve configuration conflicts, stabilize communication, support diagnostic services or adapt a software platform to a new microcontroller. In Germany, collaboration often spans OEM, Tier supplier and specialist teams, with on-site workshops combined with remote integration work.
Skills beyond AUTOSAR
Strong professionals understand embedded software architecture, real-time operating systems, microcontrollers and vehicle networks. Useful adjacent knowledge includes CANoe, CANalyzer, UDS, ISO 26262, ASPICE, cybersecurity engineering, bootloaders and over-the-air updates. For Adaptive projects, Linux, POSIX, service-oriented architecture, containers and high-performance Ethernet can be equally important.
How to assess quality
Look for specialists who can explain the reasoning behind a configuration, not only operate a vendor tool. Ask for evidence of ECU integration, interface design, diagnostics, testing and defect analysis in a comparable vehicle domain. Quality work includes traceable requirements, reproducible builds, clear configuration management and tests at unit, integration and system level. Successful collaboration also depends on disciplined documentation, communication across organizations and the language skills needed by the German project team.
Frequently asked questions
Curious about AUTOSAR? Here are the answers that come up again and again.
AUTOSAR is used to structure software for electronic control units and vehicle computers. It supports reusable application components, standardized interfaces, communication services, diagnostics and hardware abstraction across vehicle programs.
AUTOSAR Classic is designed for predictable, resource-constrained ECU functions with strong real-time requirements. AUTOSAR Adaptive targets higher-performance computing and supports service-oriented applications, dynamic processes, POSIX environments and more flexible deployment.
A strong AUTOSAR freelancer usually combines embedded C or C++ with ECU integration, microcontrollers and vehicle networks such as CAN or Automotive Ethernet. Knowledge of UDS, ISO 26262, ASPICE, cybersecurity, RTOS concepts and tools such as CANoe is also valuable.
The required depth depends on the assignment. AUTOSAR configuration or integration work needs familiarity with the selected stack and toolchain, while architecture, platform migration and safety-critical troubleshooting require a broader record across ECU software and system requirements.
AUTOSAR work can often be done remotely when repositories, build systems, licenses and target access are available. On-site sessions may still help with vehicle testing, hardware bring-up or supplier workshops in Germany, and German or English communication should match the project team.
Ask how the specialist handled configuration dependencies, generated code, integration defects and test evidence in a comparable ECU program. A capable AUTOSAR professional can explain tool choices, interface decisions, diagnostics and traceability without relying on vague claims.
AUTOSAR provides a standardized architecture and interfaces, but projects still use vendor-specific basic software, configuration tools and hardware integrations. It is therefore not a complete replacement for every proprietary component; its value lies in portability, separation of concerns and ecosystem interoperability.
Typical AUTOSAR deliverables include architecture and interface definitions, ECU configuration, generated artifacts, integration documentation, diagnostic mappings and test results. The specialist should also leave clear build instructions, change records and evidence that the software works with the target hardware and surrounding systems.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used AUTOSAR in their recent projects is 92 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 734 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used AUTOSAR in their recent projects, 98% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 80% hold at least a Master's degree, and 13% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used AUTOSAR in their recent projects have 24 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.3 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used AUTOSAR in their recent projects are German (100%), English (93%), and French (29%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used AUTOSAR in their recent projects are Automotive (93%), Manufacturing (69%), and Information Technology (58%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used AUTOSAR in their recent projects are Product Development (98%), Information Technology (92%), and Quality Assurance (88%).
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