Renesas Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used Renesas
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 …)
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.
Michael E.
Last position:
Software Developer at Continental
- Supported a telematics component in the automotive sector with SELinux and open-source license management.
- Products: SELinux, iMX8, ScanCode.
- Skills: Linux, firmware development, Python.
Edda N.
Last position:
Independent Software Developer at Professional Programming
since 03.2025: development of new functionality, customer-specific adaptations and bug fixing of an ERP system in the inventory management area for medical products (Windows 11, Mumps, GT.M)
09.2022–04.2024: creation of diagnostic routines for the entire vehicle fault memory and implementation of a diagnostic application for the after-sales area using PRODIS Automation (Windows 10, graphical J2EE platform, PRODIS Automation DSA)
09.2020–06.2022: analysis of requirements, creation of concepts and specifications, software development in C, bug fixing, code reviews, module testing, integration, series maintenance according to PTC Integrity Tracker (microprocessor SAMA5, Linux, C, Visual Studio 15/19, Polyspace, MISRA, Integrity PTC, Jenkins, make/cmake)
07.2019–11.2019: implementation and installation of customer-specific adjustments and extensions in the field of electronic payment transactions, preparation and execution of tests (Windows 7, Linux, C++, make, Eclipse, Git)
01.2019–07.2019: software development of headlamp control units according to Automotive SPICE, reviews with QA (microcontroller Renesas RH850, C, Git, Green Hills Compiler/Linker, Visual Studio 2013, Rational ClearCase, ClearQuest, Vector CANoe)
01.2017–12.2018: project management, software requirements analysis, development according to MISRA and HIS, QA plan, document reviews, configuration management, on-site support (Renesas RH850, C, Git, Visual Studio 2013, DOORS, ClearCase, ClearQuest, Vector CANoe)
02.2013–10.2016: redesign and implementation of CAN/LIN restbus software and D-PDU API, development of various restbus adapters, feature extensions, FIBEX integration, driver control, D-PDU API interface, performance optimization, module tests, documentation, commissioning (Windows 7, C++11/98, Python 3.2, IronPython, Visual Studio 2010/2012/2013, Boost, Doxygen, ClearCase, Vector CANoe, D-Server Softing DTS 8)
06.2011–09.2012: adaptation and maintenance of the MCVI Diagnostic Server according to ASAM MCD-3D 3.0.0 and ODX 2.2, development of diagnostic tools and user interfaces, transformation of ODX data, regression tests with CppUnit and JUnit (Windows 7, C++, Java)
01.2010–05.2011: design, development and commissioning of a program for customer, project and product catalog management (Windows XP, Visual Basic .NET, Microsoft Access)
04.2008–12.2009: programming of ODX data-based diagnostic routines, requirement documents and test specifications, simulation tests, maintenance and bug fixing (Windows XP, J2EE platform, Oracle)
02.2007–12.2007: implementation of the framework for pattern design and management software, functional extensions, setup project (.NET, C++, Visual Studio 8, Microsoft Access, Windows XP)
Subodh K.
Last position:
Senior Software Engineer at EDAG Engineering GmbH
Project Title: Path Planning Module Development (Oct 2024 – Jun 2025)
Developed path planning module using C++14 and CMake
Implemented gRPC communication protocol between modules
Performed unit testing using Pytest framework and Python
Project Title: HMI Programming for Battery, Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (Aug 2023 – Sep 2024)
Developed HMI software for BEV/FCEV using Ruby and Crystal for backend
Implemented frontend using Vue.js framework
Conducted bug fixes and simulator testing
Project Title: IFHOST CAN Bus Programming (Jan 2023 – Jul 2023)
Programmed CAN bus software using C and C++
Executed unit tests with Google Test framework
Performed integration testing using CAPL in Vector CANalyzer
Participated in onsite testing
Peter K.
Last position:
Hardware and Software Developer / Project Manager at Anonymer Kunde
- Development of control units for the automotive industry incl. embedded software
- CAN bus, Vector Tools, CANoe
- Support of the development process according to ISO 26262
- Ensuring cyber security standards:
- Key exchange (PKI) between vehicle and control units
- Hardware Security Module (HSM)
- Communication with external service providers (international)
- Development (PCB) of measuring adapters, statistical analysis of sensors
- IoT and embedded software development, backend administration
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
Jörg R.
Last position:
Embedded Software Developer at Client upon request
- Embedded SW development for IoT products on microcontroller basis
- C
- C++
- FreeRTOS
- Microcontrollers (ARM, Renesas)
- IP
- Security (TLS)
- WLAN
- IoT
- MQTT
- Eclipse
- GIT
- GCC
- JSON
- HTTP(S)
- REST API
- CMake
- I2C
- MCUboot
- Azure Client
Michael D.
Last position:
Consultant Software Architect at Railway Systems Company
- Model based UML software design for safety critical level SIL-4 interlocking rail traffic system, according to CENELEC 50128 and IEC 62279 standards.
- Skills: CENELEC 50128, IEC 62279, UML Rhapsody code generation, IBM Engineering Workflow Management (EWM), DNG RM requirements tool, Design Patterns, software functional safety, Risk Control Measures, SCRUM.
Mario D.
Last position:
Senior Test Engineer at Webasto SE
- Testing control units in the automotive roof systems area (ECU system test)
- Creating and maintaining test specifications for system and integration tests
- Planning and implementing automated tests including documentation of results
- Performing LIN conformance tests and cyber security tests
- Analyzing and evaluating software and hardware issues and coordinating with development teams
- Developing test strategies and test plans to ensure test coverage
Suleman H.
Last position:
Software Developer at Smiths Detection Germany
- Software development in C++ with FreeRTOS as a real-time OS for controlling an x-ray scanner
- Hardware schematic review
- Define software architecture in the team
- Write test scripts in Bash and Python to check the interaction between the IO controller (NXP ARM-based MCU) and the system controller (Intel MCU)
- Use lightweight IP libraries to configure the Ethernet interface and create UDP and TCP sockets on the IO controller
- Use Wireshark and tcpdump for debugging
Mirko H.
Last position:
Cybersecurity Manager at Joynext GmbH
Cybersecurity for RTCU project for the Stellantis Group.
The management of cybersecurity was strongly criticized by the customer Stellantis, questioning competence. Requirements were missing or incomplete, the architecture for cybersecurity controls was non-existent, and documentation such as cybersecurity plans and concepts were incomplete and formally incorrect.
- Building customer trust and de-escalation
- Sprint planning with the customer based on SAFe
- Task-force management
- Switching planning and control to an agile approach
- Review and update of cybersecurity documents
- Communication and problem solving with suppliers, particularly Rolling Wireless and Autocrypt
- Internal workshops and coordination across various hierarchy levels from developers to CTO
- Coordination of work packages and implementation across locations in Dresden, Ningbo, and Oborniki
- Reporting and support of cybersecurity audits
- Coaching of Joynext cybersecurity managers
- De-escalation of critical customer issues
- Acceleration of requirement creation and release by a factor of 5
- Timely provision of 3rd party components
- Reduction of vulnerability management effort by factor 3
- Creation of cybersecurity documents conformant to existing standards
- Technologies and Methods: V-Modell, ASPICE, IREB, ISTQB, Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, PMP, IPMA, BPMN 2.0, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Jira, Confluence, Siemens Polarion, Dependency Track
Bernd G.
Last position:
Freelance Embedded and Software Engineer at Hardware-Software-Design
Specialized in embedded software development with C, C++, assembly, and designing interfaces to other applications or components
Focus areas: communication (wireless and wired), control/regulation, low-power RF applications (e.g., Bluetooth LE), IoT applications, systems for measurement/data acquisition
Development of cross-platform communication protocols based on Bluetooth Low Energy for embedded systems, embedded Linux, and mobile applications
Mobile/desktop software development with C/C++, QML, and the Qt framework; platform-specific interfaces in Java/Kotlin for Android and Objective-C/Swift for iOS
Platforms: Linux, Android OS, iOS, Windows/UWP, embedded Linux, macOS; cross-platform with Qt 6, QtQuick/QML
Multithreaded applications, UI/UX design with QtQML; experience with VxWorks and QNX
Consulting and requirements analysis from concept through design, prototyping, testing to production transfer
Expertise in desktop, mobile, and backend software, cross-platform development, embedded software, digital and mixed-signal applications, wireless modules (Bluetooth LE, WiFi), short-range device certification, Bluetooth listing
Hardware development: concept and design of electronic circuits, schematic creation (OrCAD, Fusion360), simulation (PSpice, LTSpice), layout, prototype assembly, and commissioning
Extensive project experience in PC/desktop/server software, embedded software, mobile applications, and hardware development projects (selected from 2008 to 2025)
Viktor H.
Last position:
Freelance Software Developer at Thomas Magnete GmbH
- Developed embedded software for a valve prototype with LIN interface.
- Extended the software architecture in Rhapsody.
- Implemented the valve control as a state machine in Rhapsody.
- Implemented a LIN stack for communication with the PLIN-LDF test environment.
- Integrated and commissioned the built-in bootstrap loader.
- MCU: Infineon TLE9867.
- IDE: Keil µVision5.
- Project management: GitLab.
- Architecture: Rhapsody Architect.
- CAN adapter: PEAK PLIN-USB.
Martin R.
Last position:
Developer (Software) – pre-market / post-market at Innomedic
- Support for algorithm and web application for successor software (MAXFRAME II) with AWS, IIS, Windows Server 2019, Polarion 2021, SVN, Visual Studio 2017, C++, C#, ASP.Net, Parasoft C++, Unity 2021, JavaScript, CSS, jQuery, KendoUI, ReSharper, TeamCity.
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Statistics of experts using Renesas
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
28 years
Position duration
4.1 years
Positions per freelancer
16
Top business areas
Product Development, Information Technology, Quality Assurance
Top industries
Automotive, Manufacturing, Information Technology
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Logistics
Bachelor's degree or higher
87%
Master's degree or higher
60%
Doctorate
7%
Certifications per freelancer
1
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 Renesas
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.
Renesas experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Automotive (88%)
- Manufacturing (81%)
- Information Technology (69%)
- Healthcare (63%)
- Aerospace and Defense (50%)
- Telecommunication (44%)
- Professional Services (38%)
- Education (31%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
Renesas at a glance
Renesas is a semiconductor company whose microcontrollers, microprocessors, system-on-chip devices and power products run embedded systems. Its portfolio includes RA and RX microcontrollers, RL78 devices, RZ processors and automotive products for control, sensing and connectivity. Companies use Renesas hardware where dependable real-time behavior, low power use and long product lifecycles matter.
What teams build
Renesas components appear in industrial automation, automotive electronics, medical equipment, energy systems, appliances and connected devices. Projects may cover motor control, battery management, human-machine interfaces, gateway devices or safety-related controllers. Specialists turn board requirements into production-ready firmware and tested device behavior.
- Implement firmware for RA, RX, RL78 or RZ families
- Connect sensors, actuators and communication buses
- Control motors, power stages and embedded peripherals
- Prepare prototypes for industrial or automotive production
Ecosystem and tooling
Work with Renesas often involves e² studio, the Flexible Software Package, board support packages and vendor libraries. Depending on the device, the stack may include ThreadX, FreeRTOS, bare-metal C or embedded C++. Professionals also use JTAG or SWD debugging, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, Git-based workflows and automated hardware tests.
When companies need specialists
Freelance expertise helps when a team is selecting a suitable device, bringing up a custom board or stabilizing firmware close to release. It is also useful during migration from another microcontroller family, performance troubleshooting or compliance preparation. In Germany, remote work can cover firmware and test automation, while lab access or factory integration may require on-site collaboration.
- A prototype works inconsistently on real hardware
- Firmware must move from evaluation board to production board
- A legacy Renesas platform needs maintenance or migration
- Hardware, firmware and system teams need a shared interface
What strong professionals bring
Strong Renesas professionals understand both the silicon and the product around it. They read schematics, interpret reference designs, configure clocks and interrupts, and reason about timing, memory, power and fault handling. They document assumptions clearly and use repeatable tests rather than relying on bench demonstrations alone. German and English communication may both matter when local manufacturing and international product teams work together.
How to assess fit
Review evidence of shipped products using the relevant Renesas family, not only general embedded experience. Ask how the specialist handled startup code, peripheral drivers, bootloaders, debugging and hardware revisions. A practical discussion should cover the target board, toolchain, operating model, test equipment and delivery constraints. The best fit can explain trade-offs in plain language and leave behind maintainable firmware, test results and technical documentation.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the questions that come up most around Renesas.
Renesas is used to build control and processing systems for vehicles, industrial equipment, appliances, medical devices, energy products and connected hardware. Its microcontrollers and processors handle tasks such as sensor input, motor control, communications, power management and user interfaces.
Renesas is often compared with STM32 and NXP according to peripheral needs, processing performance, power behavior, safety requirements, toolchains and product availability. The right choice depends on the board design and lifecycle requirements, not on the brand alone. A specialist should explain migration effort and hardware changes before recommending an alternative.
A strong Renesas specialist usually brings embedded C or C++, board bring-up, schematic reading, debugging and automated testing. Useful adjacent skills include CAN, LIN, SPI, I2C, Ethernet, motor control, RTOS use and secure boot. Experience with e² studio and the relevant software package can shorten integration work.
The required background depends on the task. A Renesas specialist handling a peripheral driver may need less product context than someone responsible for board bring-up, safety behavior or a production migration. Ask for comparable shipped hardware, familiarity with the exact device family and examples of diagnosing faults on physical boards.
Renesas firmware work can often be planned and reviewed remotely from Germany when the specialist has access to the target hardware or a reliable lab setup. On-site time may help with prototype bring-up, oscilloscope measurements, manufacturing tests or equipment that cannot leave the facility. Agree early on hardware access, debugging responsibilities and communication language.
Assess Renesas firmware through reproducible tests, clear interfaces, fault handling and evidence from real hardware. Good work includes readable source code, controlled configuration, useful logs, timing analysis where needed and documentation for build and release steps. A polished demonstration alone does not prove production readiness.
A capable Renesas freelancer may work with e² studio, the Flexible Software Package, device configuration tools, vendor libraries and JTAG or SWD debuggers. Depending on the product, they may also use ThreadX, FreeRTOS or a bare-metal approach. Tool knowledge should match the selected Renesas family and the team’s existing build process.
Renesas is commonly selected for products that need stable embedded control, defined supply planning and long support periods. Suitability still depends on the exact device, qualification needs, software architecture and sourcing plan. A specialist can help review lifecycle risks, replacement options and the work required to keep firmware maintainable.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used Renesas in their recent projects is 101 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 805 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used Renesas in their recent projects, 87% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 60% hold at least a Master's degree, and 7% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used Renesas in their recent projects have 28 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 4.1 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used Renesas in their recent projects are German (100%), English (94%), and French (25%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used Renesas in their recent projects are Automotive (88%), Manufacturing (81%), and Information Technology (69%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used Renesas in their recent projects are Product Development (100%), Information Technology (88%), and Quality Assurance (88%).
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