dSPACE TargetLink Experts in Germany
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Olfa Azzabi
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
Roland Rathmann
Last position:
Support in Ongoing Project at Automotive Supplier
- closing the safety case
- creation of meaningful traceability matrices and targeted test expansion
- transferring requirements into other database systems
- structuring the requirements, assessing their completeness, and setting up new test cases based on use-case–based test strategies and the results of internal traceability matrices
- partial automation of tasks within a requirement assessment tool
- tools and languages: MS Teams, reqIF, Enterprise Architect, Codebeamer, proprietary tools for creating and evaluating traceability matrices (approx. 1000 x 1000)
Michael Beck
Last position:
Developer/Consultant at Fresenius Medical Care
- Development of automated end-of-line tests (functional tests) for dialysis machines on a PLC test bench in a production environment
- Introduction of new technology based on Vector vTestStudio, CANoe, and Siemens S7 PLC
- Creating test concepts
- Implementing test cases and libraries in CAPL and C#
- Touch screen emulation and proprietary RPC (Remote Procedure Call) via CAN
- Connecting to the PLC (Siemens Simatic)
- Defining interfaces for device communication (vCDL)
- Defining user interfaces and linking to the frontend (JSON)
- Agile work using DevOps (Azure)
- Skills: CAPL, .NET, C#, vCDL, CANOpen, DevOps, PLC
- Tools used: Vector CANoe 18, vTestStudio 4, MS Azure DevOps, MS Visual Studio 2022, Mosquito MQTT, Git, Siemens TIA Portal
Kavin Trivedi
Last position:
Freelance Software Expert – Functional Safety & AUTOSAR at Bosch
- Development and optimization of software architectures for safety-critical embedded systems in the automotive sector according to ISO 26262 and ASPICE.
- Performing safety analyses (FMEA, DFA, FTTI, HARA) for safety-relevant software.
- Technical consulting and support in acquisition processes for safety-critical software projects.
- Evaluating AUTOSAR architectures and integrating safety-relevant software solutions.
- Collaborating with OEMs and suppliers to ensure compliance with safety standards and process conformity.
- Leading functional safety assessments and ASPICE assessments.
- 2016–2019: Body Computer Module – Role as Lead Software Integrator. Responsible for the software integration of safety-critical ECUs, implementation of AUTOSAR software components, and system integration testing.
- 2019–2022: PowerNetGuardian – Role as Software Architect. Developed a safety-critical software architecture, ASIL decomposition, and created software safety requirements according to ISO 26262 and ASPICE.
- 2022–Present: PowerNetGuardian Plus – Role as Lead Software Architect. Responsible for the overall software architecture, safety and cybersecurity concepts, FMEA analyses, and technical consulting during OEM negotiations.
Winfried Harbecke
Last position:
Embedded Test Automation at Konecranes DEMAG
- Scrum, Jira, Zephyr, Bitbucket, Jenkins, Robot Framework, Python, Git
Last position:
Software Developer - Building Automation
- Testing controller ECUs
- Implementing test environment
- Implementing virtual nodes
- Commissioning CANopen network
- Defining and automating test cases
- Designing and implementing LSS automation
- Implementing data exchange between tools
- Porting requirements to XML format for vTestStudio
- Products: CANoe, vTestStudio, Playwright, Cypress, Robot, .NET
- Skills: CAPL, C++, CANopen, concept creation, Python, JavaScript, XML, C#
Harald Bergmann
Last position:
Software Architect at Amoria Bond
- Developed gateway demonstrator
- Defined system requirements for topology and data concentrator
- Designed zonal controllers for Leoni
Markus Marks
Last position:
Software Architect / Developer at APAGCoSyst Control Systems GmbH
- Development and analysis of embedded software for control units
- AUTOSAR configuration, BLDC motor control, LIN bus
- System analysis
- Programming language: C
- Tools: TargetLink
Amr Tolba
Last position:
System Architect at Valeo
- Technical responsibility for the ConMod2.0 (Connectivity Module) product, which will connect future vehicles in the network as nodes with the Internet of Things blockchain.
- Lead technical discussions to define the specifications of various components (antennas, modems, Bluetooth chips, Wi-Fi chips, and microprocessors) with ConMod2.0 component suppliers (Quectel, Qualcomm, Marvell, and STMicroelectronics) and to discuss and plan system design iterations.
- Coordinate with other stakeholders, e.g., electronics system architect, software architect, software PMs, and software developers at Valeo Egypt, to define architecture concepts.
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Statistics of experts using dSPACE TargetLink
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Experience
27 years
Position duration
1.5 years
Positions per freelancer
18
Top business areas
Product Development, Information Technology, Quality Assurance
Top industries
Automotive, Manufacturing, Aerospace and Defense
Certification focus areas
Product Development, Quality Assurance, Project Management
Bachelor's degree or higher
100%
Master's degree or higher
100%
Doctorate
29%
Certifications per freelancer
2
Most common languages
German, English, Arabic
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.
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Average rates of experts in Germany using dSPACE TargetLink
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About the technology
What TargetLink does
dSPACE TargetLink is used to turn Simulink-based control models into production code for embedded systems. It sits in model-based development flows where teams need traceable, maintainable software for ECUs. Searchers also use the shorter name TargetLink or the vendor name dSPACE TargetLink.
Typical delivery areas
- ECU software generated from Simulink models
- Control and signal-processing logic for embedded systems
- Code integration with AUTOSAR and existing C projects
- Calibration-friendly implementations for vehicle functions
- Traceable model-to-code development for safety-relevant work
Tooling around it
Strong professionals know the full workflow, not just code generation. They work with MATLAB and Simulink, generated C code, compiler and build chains, and version control in larger embedded teams. They also understand how TargetLink fits into reviews, testing, and release processes.
When companies bring in specialists
Companies look for freelance help when a model must be converted into stable production code, when code quality needs a reset, or when a project has to fit a new ECU architecture. In Germany, that often comes up in automotive and industrial embedded projects where teams need someone who can join quickly and work with local and remote stakeholders.
What good experts do well
Good TargetLink professionals balance model structure, code readability, and implementation constraints. They know where to tune generated code, where to keep the model clean, and how to avoid hidden complexity in integration work. They also communicate clearly with systems, testing, and calibration specialists.
How to evaluate fit
Look for hands-on work with production models, generated C, and embedded constraints. Ask how they handle data types, code efficiency, traceability, and integration with AUTOSAR or existing software bases. The best experts can explain trade-offs in plain language and show how they keep the model and code aligned.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the questions that come up most around dSPACE TargetLink.
dSPACE TargetLink is used to generate production-ready embedded code from Simulink models, especially for control software. It helps teams move from algorithm design to ECU implementation while keeping traceability between model and code.
TargetLink is different because it starts from a model and generates code from that model, while hand-written C starts directly in source code. Teams choose it when they want clearer model-based development, easier review of control logic, and a stronger link between design and implementation.
Yes. dSPACE TargetLink is usually used with MATLAB and Simulink, because the model is the source for code generation. Strong specialists also know how it fits into the surrounding toolchain, such as build systems, testing tools, and version control.
A strong TargetLink specialist should understand embedded C, data types, fixed-point behavior, and ECU integration. Knowledge of AUTOSAR, verification, and calibration workflows is also valuable because the generated code must fit the wider software stack.
A dSPACE TargetLink project often needs freelance support when a team is short on model-based embedded experience or when delivery pressure is high. It is also useful when code quality, traceability, or integration problems appear late in the project.
TargetLink work can often be done remotely if the model, code, and build environment are accessible. On-site time in Germany can still help when the project needs close work with hardware, lab setups, or German-speaking internal teams.
Look at how the dSPACE TargetLink expert discusses model structure, generated code, and integration constraints. Good signs are clear explanations, clean handling of traceability, and practical choices that keep both the model and the code maintainable.
They usually want to know whether the freelancer has worked on production ECUs, AUTOSAR-related flows, and model-to-code integration. For TargetLink, it also helps if the expert can join fast, communicate clearly, and work well with software, testing, and calibration teams.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used dSPACE TargetLink in their recent projects is 81 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 647 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used dSPACE TargetLink in their recent projects, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 100% hold at least a Master's degree, and 29% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used dSPACE TargetLink in their recent projects have 27 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 1.5 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used dSPACE TargetLink in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and Arabic (22%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used dSPACE TargetLink in their recent projects are Automotive (100%), Manufacturing (89%), and Aerospace and Defense (44%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used dSPACE TargetLink in their recent projects are Product Development (100%), Information Technology (89%), and Quality Assurance (89%).
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