AUTOSAR Experts in Munich
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Munich, who have recently used AUTOSAR
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
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.
Thomas L.
Last position:
Consultant for AI-driven process automation at Lumiz
AI-driven automation of purchasing on a printing company's website, including selecting delivery times, order options, ordering, payment, and uploading print data from the Lumiz Cloud.
Muharrem S.
Last position:
General Manager at REPSEM/REPKON-Energetic (Mechanical Engineering)
REPSEM/REPKON-Energetic (Mechanical Engineering) – General Manager. Start-up company. Setting up the company and its structure. Creating processes, preparing document templates, planning workflows, hiring employees to meet company goals. Training employees and introducing them to the first company project. Project acquisition, meetings about projects with companies. Expanding company goals and strategy. Visiting companies for partnerships. Leading the first company project together with the PM.
Rajan K.
Last position:
Technical Lead/BTV at BMW, Daimler (Mercedes), VW Group, Hella, Ficosa, Cariad (Audi/Porsche/Skoda)
- Directed full lifecycle of embedded software projects including LiDAR, BMS, OCU, and Cybersecurity systems.
- Coordinated internal and external stakeholders including suppliers like Bosch, Bertrandt, Magna, Continental and IAV.
- Managed cross-country teams of 12–15 engineers, conducting project onboarding and role-based training.
- Implemented change control and risk registers for safety-critical automotive platforms.
- Oversaw project schedules using MS Project, JIRA, and Azure DevOps to ensure milestone alignment and transparency.
- Extensive hands-on expertise in test planning and execution for ECUs in compliance with Automotive SPICE (SWE.4–SWE.6) and ISO 26262.
- Led digital transformation project with a cross-functional team of 15+, ensuring successful integration of systems and workflows.
- Maintained project overviews and tracking in tools like Milestones (Daimler) and MS Project, and managed status reporting to senior stakeholders.
- Coordinated with third-party transformation partners and ensured timely delivery of decision templates and risk assessments.
- Applied PRINCE2 methodology for structured delivery; facilitated agile ceremonies and maintained Confluence-based documentation.
- Strong leadership in cross-functional teams and working in agile environments (SAFe, Scrum).
- Successfully led and supported IT and transformation projects, including those in regulated sectors (e.g., KRITIS or energy sector).
- Represented or supported overall project leadership in large-scale transformation programs.
- Maintained and updated complex project plans (Gantt charts, milestone tracking, and resource allocation).
- Coordinated workstreams and interdisciplinary teams; ensured timely delivery of all work packages.
- Acted as central communication point between project team, senior management, external vendors, and transformation partners.
- Prepared and delivered concise status reports, steering committee presentations, and decision memos.
- Identified project risks, maintained risk registers, and led mitigation planning.
- Assessed resource needs and supported reallocation based on project priorities and constraints.
- Proficient in JIRA, Milestones, Confluence, MS Project, MS PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Used both Agile (Scrum) and Waterfall (PRINCE2, PMI) methodologies.
- Created and tracked action lists, meeting protocols, and backlog items.
- Conducted critical analysis of project progress, resource bottlenecks, and deliverable timelines.
- Ensured alignment of transformation goals with enterprise IT architecture and business objectives.
Stephan P.
Last position:
Senior Embedded SW-Architect at Mercedes-Benz Tech Innovation GmbH
- Collaboration with MB (Sindelfingen), NVIDIA (Santa Clara), MBRDI (Bangalore)
- Structure and signal modelling in Rhapsody
- Architectural decision records and requirement reviews
- Technologies: Confluence, Rhapsody, JIRA, DNG, Jama, Slack, GitLab, AWS CDW, Bazel, Docker, QNX
Denis V.
Last position:
AUTOSAR Software Engineer at Pioneer R&D Europe
Successfully integrated the Vector Flash Bootloader (FBL) for both NXP and TI SoCs within the Ford FNV3 and FNV4 audio amplifier projects.
Achieved complete bootloader bring-up and ensured reliable operation, enabling secure and efficient firmware update capabilities.
Developed a valid approach for running the Vector FBL entirely from RAM on the TI SoC, addressing unique architectural and memory handling challenges.
Debugged and optimized NXP MCAL and TI MCAL configurations to ensure proper low-level hardware initialization.
Managed specific constraints of DDR-only bootloader execution on TI SoC, including memory mapping and execution flow.
Tools: Vector DaVinci Configurator, Vector CANoe
Languages: C, Python
Standards: AUTOSAR
Ould Aly I.
Last position:
Functional Safety Assessor at VW
- Pre-assessments and review of functional safety status for ADAS ECUs and body controller components
- Conduct functional safety audits
- Review the functional safety status of the E3 1.2 in a pre-assessment
- Document interviews
- Document findings and generate internal reports
Methods:
- ISO26262
- Automotive SPICE Level 2, 3
- Agile methods, SAFe
Tools:
- DOORS
- Enterprise Architect
- JIRA & Confluence
- IQ-FMEA
- Isograph
András B.
Last position:
Test Equipment Developer at Minebea Access Solutions
- Tested passenger car opening handle at system level integrating hardware, software and mechanics
- Built and provided complete test equipment for system testers using Arduino boards, Saleae Logic analyser, oscilloscope, multimeter, RLC meter, programmable power supplies and function generators
- Developed system testing concepts and constructed manual system test bench
- Supported system testers with hardware and software tools
- Products: BMW XNF, Rolls Royce, Audi eRing, JLR (Jaguar-Land-Rover)
Daniel C.
Last position:
Founder & Managing Director at BotCraft GmbH
- Building the company with a focus on connectivity for IIoT and Industry 4.0, iRPA/process automation, advanced robotics and smart systems, sensors and services
- Project management and software architecture for IoT gateway development (since 2020) with protocol translation, IT/OT convergence and GRC
- Developing RPA bots for automating and monitoring industrial processes with an agent-based AI approach (since 2020)
- Implementing unsupervised clustering and anomaly detection for time series data in big data streaming pipelines (since 2021)
- Introducing a Docker-based release train for OTA updates with DevSecOps and CI/CD (since 2018)
Madhava N.
Last position:
Function Developer ADAS at Continental Automotive GmbH through Ferchau GmbH
- Project: Sensor fusion application for traffic participant detection
- Software frameworks: C++ (11,14), Python, Visual Studio, MTS, Qt, GitHub, Jenkins, JIRA, Confluence, Conan, CAN, RTOS, DOORS, CMake
- Refactored and adapted sensor fusion algorithms by processing sensor data (camera and radar) for ACC and EBA as per requirements
- Handled system test issue reports in JIRA
- Tuned Kalman filters and introduced new features to enhance tracking
- Adapted architecture, detailed design (UML) and simulation tool (Qt)
- Conducted unit testing, code reviews and static code analysis in compliance with MISRA standards
- Conducted regression testing to validate software, involved in software releases (CI/CD), KPI evaluation by testing NCAP scenarios
- Flashed ADAS software to target vehicles, used UDS protocol and OBD-II tools for diagnostics and verification
Janybasha S.
Last position:
Diagnostic Software Developer at BMW Group
- Development of the vehicle communication stack in C using AUTOSAR tools for robust inter-module communication within the ECU
- Design, implementation and validation of functions for the electric powertrain, contributing to improved efficiency and reliability
- Definition and verification of system and software requirements, ensuring traceability and compliance with standards
- Collaboration with development partners in North Africa, coordinating architecture, interfaces and integration milestones
- Extension of the communication stack with enhanced security features, increasing resilience against unauthorized access and data manipulation
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Statistics of experts using AUTOSAR
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
23 years (Germany: 24 years)
Position duration
2.8 years (Germany: 2.3 years)
Positions per freelancer
12 (Germany: 14)
Top business areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Quality Assurance
Top industries
Automotive, Manufacturing, Information Technology
Certification focus areas
Quality Assurance, Product Development, Project Management
Bachelor's degree or higher
100% (Germany: 98%)
Master's degree or higher
75% (Germany: 80%)
Doctorate
25% (Germany: 13%)
Certifications per freelancer
1 (Germany: 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 Munich 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 Munich 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 (92%)
- Manufacturing (67%)
- Information Technology (50%)
- Telecommunication (50%)
- Aerospace and Defense (33%)
- Education (25%)
- Biotechnology (17%)
- Construction (17%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
What AUTOSAR is
AUTOSAR, short for Automotive Open System Architecture, is a standardized framework for vehicle software. It separates application functions from infrastructure and hardware through defined interfaces, helping automotive teams develop reusable, testable and maintainable ECU software. The ecosystem includes Classic AUTOSAR for constrained real-time control and Adaptive AUTOSAR for high-performance computing and service-oriented systems.
Where it is used
AUTOSAR supports software for powertrain, body control, braking, steering, connectivity and driver assistance. It is also used in central vehicle computers, gateways and domain controllers where multiple functions must communicate reliably.
- Configure ECU software components and runtime environments
- Integrate CAN, LIN, Ethernet and diagnostic communication
- Develop Adaptive services and vehicle applications
- Connect safety, security and verification activities
Ecosystem and tooling
AUTOSAR work spans application software, the Runtime Environment, Basic Software and the Microcontroller Abstraction Layer. Specialists commonly use configuration and code-generation suites from Vector, Elektrobit, dSPACE or ETAS, alongside compilers, debuggers, model-based tools and continuous integration systems. Strong knowledge of C, C++, embedded Linux, automotive Ethernet and the relevant AUTOSAR methodology is often valuable.
When companies need specialists
Companies bring in freelance AUTOSAR experts when a program must integrate software across suppliers, migrate an ECU platform or meet demanding release milestones. External expertise can also help when internal teams need support with architecture decisions, configuration errors, integration testing or a transition from Classic to Adaptive AUTOSAR.
- A new ECU platform needs a consistent software architecture
- Generated code or Basic Software modules fail integration tests
- Supplier interfaces and ownership boundaries are unclear
- Safety, cybersecurity or diagnostic evidence is incomplete
What strong professionals deliver
Experienced professionals can trace requirements through architecture, configuration, implementation and verification. They understand the behavior of generated artifacts rather than treating tooling as a black box. They also document interfaces clearly, isolate integration faults and work with hardware, testing, functional safety and cybersecurity teams.
Munich collaboration context
Munich’s automotive environment often involves close coordination between vehicle manufacturers, suppliers and specialist technology providers. AUTOSAR projects may require secure access to hardware, labs or private networks, so companies should define which activities are suitable for remote work and where on-site collaboration is needed. Clear technical English is common, while German can help with local stakeholder coordination.
Frequently asked questions
Curious about AUTOSAR? Here are the answers that come up again and again.
AUTOSAR is used to structure and standardize vehicle software across electronic control units and high-performance vehicle computers. It supports reusable application components, hardware abstraction, communication, diagnostics and integration between suppliers.
AUTOSAR Classic targets deterministic, resource-constrained ECUs and relies on a layered Basic Software architecture. Adaptive AUTOSAR is designed for powerful processors, service-oriented communication, dynamic updates and applications such as advanced driver assistance or central vehicle computing.
A strong AUTOSAR specialist often combines embedded C or C++ with CAN, LIN, automotive Ethernet, diagnostics and ECU integration. Knowledge of real-time operating systems, embedded Linux, functional safety, cybersecurity, configuration tools and hardware debugging is also useful.
The right level depends on the scope, from configuring existing Basic Software modules to defining a complete platform architecture. For complex integration, choose a professional who has handled the same AUTOSAR variant, communication stack, toolchain and hardware constraints rather than relying on general embedded experience alone.
AUTOSAR work can often be performed remotely when source code, configuration tools, build systems and test environments are securely accessible. On-site work may still be needed for ECU flashing, vehicle testing, lab equipment or coordination with Munich-based teams, so agree on access and presence requirements early.
Ask the specialist to explain a real integration problem, the evidence used to isolate it and the changes made across configuration, generated code and application software. Good answers show traceability, disciplined version control, clear interface documentation and an understanding of timing, memory, diagnostics and safety consequences.
AUTOSAR can reduce dependency on one supplier and make interfaces, modules and responsibilities easier to manage across vehicle programs. A proprietary architecture may offer tighter control or quicker optimization for a narrow system, so the choice depends on reuse, supplier collaboration, hardware constraints and long-term maintenance.
State whether the work concerns Classic AUTOSAR, Adaptive AUTOSAR or both, and describe the ECU or vehicle domain involved. Include the hardware, operating system, communication protocols, configuration and build tools, testing obligations, access model and expected deliverables so the specialist can assess the work accurately.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Munich, Germany who have used AUTOSAR in their recent projects is 93 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 745 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Munich, Germany who have used AUTOSAR in their recent projects, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 75% hold at least a Master's degree, and 25% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Munich, Germany who have used AUTOSAR in their recent projects have 23 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.8 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Munich, Germany who have used AUTOSAR in their recent projects are German (100%), English (92%), and French (33%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Munich, Germany who have used AUTOSAR in their recent projects are Automotive (92%), Manufacturing (67%), and Information Technology (50%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Munich, Germany who have used AUTOSAR in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Product Development (100%), and Quality Assurance (83%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used AUTOSAR
Our freelancers and interim experts are at home across the DACH region — available on-site in the major business hubs or fully remote. Choose a location to discover matched specialists, local market insights and up-to-date availability.
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