Renesas Experts in Germany
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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 …)
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
Viktor H.
Last position:
Freelance Software Developer at Thomas Magnete GmbH
- Development of embedded software for a valve prototype with LIN interface.
- Extension of the software architecture in Rhapsody.
- Implementation of the valve control as a state machine in Rhapsody.
- Implementation of a LIN stack for communication with the PLIN-LDF test environment.
- Integration & commissioning of the built-in bootstrap loader.
- MCU: Infineon TLE9867.
- IDE: Keil µVision5.
- Project management: GitLab.
- Architecture: Rhapsody Architect.
- CAN adapter: PEAK PLIN-USB.
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
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.
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
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
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.
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)
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 29 Oct 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of experts in this technology in Germany are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows the share of experts charging 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 29 Oct 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 ecosystem for embedded control, sensing, connectivity and power management. Its portfolio includes RA, RX and RL78 microcontrollers, RZ MPU families, RH850 automotive devices and solutions from the former Intersil and IDT businesses. Companies use Renesas components in products that must run reliably with tight resource and energy limits.
Embedded product work
Renesas specialists turn hardware requirements into production-ready firmware and board-level functions. Typical deliverables include:
- Bare-metal and RTOS-based firmware for microcontrollers
- Drivers for timers, ADCs, PWM, communication and sensors
- Bootloaders, secure updates and diagnostics
- Motor control, power conversion and battery management
- Industrial gateways and connected edge devices
Tools and ecosystem
The work often combines e2 studio, CS+, Renesas Flash Programmer and the Flexible Software Package. Strong knowledge of FSP configuration, board support packages, interrupt design and debugging with JTAG or SWD helps specialists move from evaluation hardware to a stable product. Depending on the device, projects may also involve FreeRTOS, ThreadX, Linux, CAN, Ethernet, USB or wireless modules.
When companies hire specialists
Freelance expertise is useful when a team is adopting a new Renesas family, recovering a delayed prototype or preparing firmware for production. It also helps when an existing codebase needs performance tuning, a safety process needs stronger evidence, or internal teams need practical support during bring-up and validation. In Germany, remote collaboration is common, while lab access and on-site work can matter during hardware integration.
What strong professionals deliver
Experienced Renesas professionals read schematics and datasheets closely, then connect those details to maintainable software. They understand clock trees, memory maps, linker configuration, peripheral timing and low-power modes rather than relying only on generated code. They document assumptions, isolate hardware dependencies and test failure cases on real boards.
Choosing the right fit
Look for evidence of the exact Renesas family and toolchain used in the project, not only general embedded experience. Ask how the specialist approaches hardware bring-up, trace analysis, code reviews and release testing. German or English communication may be important for distributed teams, especially when requirements, safety documentation and lab findings involve several locations.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the questions that come up most around Renesas.
Renesas is used for microcontroller firmware, automotive control units, motor drives, power systems, industrial equipment, sensors and connected devices. The right device family depends on processing needs, peripherals, power limits, safety requirements and production constraints.
Renesas competes with STM32 and NXP across many embedded applications, but the practical choice depends on peripherals, toolchains, supply planning, software libraries and prior team knowledge. A specialist can compare the relevant device families against the actual board and firmware requirements instead of treating vendors as interchangeable.
A strong Renesas specialist often also understands C or C++, board bring-up, electronics debugging, RTOS concepts and communication buses such as CAN, SPI, I2C and Ethernet. Projects may additionally require FSP, e2 studio, Linux, functional safety practices or cloud-connected device design.
Renesas work does not require the same depth for every assignment. A focused driver change may need targeted device knowledge, while a new board, bootloader, motor-control system or safety-critical product calls for a specialist who has taken comparable hardware from bring-up through validation and release.
Renesas firmware work can often be performed remotely when the specialist has reliable access to repositories, documentation, debug tools and a target board. On-site collaboration in Germany becomes more valuable during board bring-up, electrical fault isolation, production testing or work with restricted laboratory equipment.
A Renesas project may use e2 studio, CS+, Renesas Flash Programmer and the Flexible Software Package, depending on the device family. Specialists may also work with vendor SDKs, compilers, trace probes, RTOS integrations and automated test systems.
Ask a Renesas specialist to explain a real debugging process involving clocks, interrupts, memory, peripherals or timing. Review the clarity of their firmware structure, test strategy and documentation, and verify that they can distinguish generated configuration from the parts that require deliberate design.
Freelancers working with Renesas should identify the exact MCU, MPU or automotive family before estimating the work. Familiarity with RA, RX, RL78, RZ or RH850 does not automatically transfer without checking peripherals, SDK support, compiler setup, debug access and the project’s hardware constraints.
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 806 € 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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