Master Thesis- Communication Technologies and Architecture for Software-Defined Vehicles (SDV) (m/f/d)

At CARIAD, we're bundling and further expanding the Volkswagen Group's software expertise. We're uniting over 6,500 global experts to build a scalable technology stack, including a software platform, unified electronic architecture and reliable connection to the automotive cloud. Our CARIDIANS are developing vehicle functions such as driver assistance systems, a next-generation infotainment platform, power electronics and charging technology, and digital services in and around the vehicle.

Our software can already be found in Volkswagen ID. models and will soon power Audi and Porsche vehicles with the E3 1.2 platform in 2024.

It's no easy task, but with experts like you, we can shape the future of mobility. Join us at CARIAD and be part of this exciting journey!

YOUR TEAM

Our "Tech Compute Platform" team is seeking a Master's Thesis student and help us deliver the next generation of compute solutions! Our mission is to streamline processes and minimize cross-functional dependencies, accelerating product development and aligning software seamlessly with hardware innovations.

As a unified team of experts in Hardware, Software, and Integration, we handle the entire product lifecycle-from concept to completion-ensuring the highest quality turn-key ECUs for our brand customers. Our commitment is to create technically advanced, innovative, and economically sustainable products that drive synergy across various delivery units and ensure the success of every project. We have four specialized departments focused on steering, hardware, software, and integration, each dedicated to a full spectrum of product development.

Collaborate with us in shaping the communication architecture for the entire compute platform. In this role, you'll work on creating a robust 'Communication Lifecycle' to enable ADAS use cases and future-proof our communication technologies. Join us and contribute to groundbreaking work in platform communication!

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Conduct state-of-the-art technology research and literature reviews
• Analyze and compare emerging Communication Technologies and Architectures that can potentially be used for Software-Defined Vehicles (SDV)
• Evaluate the design patterns of the emerging Communication Technologies and Architectures and their applicability in SDV (Software-Defined Vehicles) and especially in the ADAS/AD (Advanced Driver Assistant Systems/Autonomous Driving) domain based on concrete communication use cases
• Propose architecture design and formulate guidelines for bringing promising Communication Technologies and Architectures into series projects
• Collaborate with team members to integrate findings into the broader project
• Prepare and present progress reports and final thesis documentation

WHO YOU ARE

• Currently enrolled Master's student in computer science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or a equivalent field
• Familiarity in software engineering and network technologies
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++, Python and RUST
• Knowledge on communication protocols and middleware preferred
  Demonstrated interest in Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and Software-Defined Vehicles (SDV)
• Problem solver, proactive and team-player
• Fluent in English. German is a plus

NICE TO KNOW

• Remote work options
• Duration: 6 months
• 35 hour working week
• If you have further questions about the candidate journey at CARIAD, please contact us: careers@cariad.technology

YOUR RECRUITING CONTACT

Sandra Lehenmeier