Senior Software Engineer (m/f/d)

Join our dynamic and collaborative STC Power Electronics team in Nigrán, where innovation meets autonomy. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will play a key role in the development of embedded software for eCompressor, motor control and inverter systems, contributing to the electrification of mobility. You will work in a global environment, interacting with cross-functional teams and OEM of leading brands, while enjoying the flexibility and empowerment of a growing technical center.
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Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize vector control algorithms (e.g., FOC, DTC) for electric motors and compressors for embedded software.
• Support control strategy development for eMotor and compressor systems, including protection algorithms.
• Integrate and validate software components within the AUTOSAR Classic Platform.
• Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and validation testing (HIL, SIL, MIL).
• Document development activities in accordance with Automotive SPICE (ASPICE) processes.
• Define and maintain software requirements, architecture, and detailed design specifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware, systems, and quality engineering to ensure robust and efficient solutions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Software, Electronics, or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 12 years of professional experience, including:
  • At least 3 years working with inverters and motor control and/or eCompressors.
  • At least 3 years of hands-on experience with AUTOSAR-based development.
• Proficiency in C programming for embedded systems.
• Strong knowledge of vector control for electric motors (PMSM, BLDC, ACIM).

• Practical experience with AUTOSAR Classic architecture and related tools i.e DaVinci, EB Tresos.

• Familiarity with 32-bit microcontrollers (e.g., Infineon Aurix, ARM Cortex-M7).
• Ability to read electrical circuit schematics and understand the impact on software operation and design.
• Good command of English/Spanish (written and spoken).

Valuable Skills

• Experience developing embedded software in Automotive domain.
• Strong understanding of CAN/LIN communication protocols and diagnostic standards (UDS, CCP/XCP).
• Ensure compliance with ISO 26262 (functional safety) and ISO/SAE 21434 (cybersecurity) standards.
• Perform unit testing and MISRA to exercise your implemented functionality.
• Experience with version and source control methods and systems (e.g. git).
• Experience with MATLAB/Simulink for modeling and simulation.
• Deep understanding of power electronics (DC-DC, DC-AC converters, thermal management).
• Knowledge of eCompressor architecture, including scroll compressor, eMotor, and PCBA integration.
• Familiarity with Vector tools (CANoe, CANape, CANdela)
• Experience working in ASPICE-compliant environments.
• Exposure to cybersecurity (ISO/SAE 21434) and functional safety (ISO 26262).
• Experience with Python, or other scripting languages.
• Experience with model-based development (MATLAB/ Simulink/ Stateflow/ System Composer/ Polyspace).
• German language skills are a plus.

Why Join Us – What BorgWarner Offers

• A collaborative and empowering environment where your ideas and contributions matter.
• A multidisciplinary team with strong ownership and decision-making capacity.
• New facilities with state-of-the-art labs and tools.
• Global exposure: work with international teams and OEM customers, with occasional travel.
• Flexible working hours and hybrid work model.
• Access to training and development programs.
• Attractive benefits including meal support, health insurance, and childcare tax assistance.

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