Master's Thesis: Cross-Vendor Firmware Analysis for Automotive Microcontrollers (f/m/div)

This Master's Thesis project at Infineon focuses on cross-vendor firmware analysis for automotive microcontrollers. The role involves developing a reverse engineering methodology to compare firmware across different microcontrollers based on efficiency, performance, and functionality. You will conduct competitor analysis to identify improvement areas for Infineon's firmware and provide recommendations for future development in smart power automotive microcontrollers. The ideal candidate is a Master’s student in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, proficient in C, C++, and Assembly, with a strong foundation in semiconductor manufacturing, electronics, and a passion for automotive applications. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Must Have

• Develop a reverse engineering process for embedded firmware.
• Create a framework to compare firmware across microcontrollers.
• Conduct competitor analysis to identify improvement areas.
• Provide recommendations for future firmware development.
• Master’s degree student in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
• Proficient in firmware development with C, C++, and Assembly.
• Strong foundation in semiconductor manufacturing, basic electronics, and microcontrollers.
• Passion for automotive electronics and smart power applications.
• Highly skilled in analyzing and solving complex technical problems.
• Ability to synthesize data effectively and communicate technical details clearly.
• Fluent in English.

Perks & Benefits

• Career development & learning: About 17,000 free LinkedIn Learning courses in 10 languages, Mentoring & Coaching programs, Global Onboarding process as well as Virtual & f2f trainings
• Time & flexibility: Flexible working hours & part-time work, Mobile work (specifications based on job profile and local requirements), Remote work from abroad / Workation (EU), Sabbatical (EU)
• Health & wellbeing: Health activities & programs, Health & Well-being LinkedIn Learning Journey, Health & Well-being Community
• Your working environment: Employee events, Open & global community e.g. cross-site exchange through the virtuality of all meetings, Open office spaces
• Rewards & benefits: Fair and transparent remuneration, Success participation, Performance-related recognition, customised benefit packages

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Your Role

Key responsibilities in your new role

Throughout this project, you will have the opportunity to work closely with our team of experts, gain hands-on experience with the latest microcontrollers and development tools, and contribute to the growth of Infineon's knowledge in this field

• Reverse Engineering Methodology: Develop a reverse engineering process for embedded firmware, including a framework to compare firmware across microcontrollers based on code efficiency, performance, and offered functionalities
• Competitor Analysis: Compare Infineon's firmware with competitors, identify improvement areas, and provide recommendations for future development of the smart power automotive microcontroller segment
• Recommendations: Provide actionable steps for enhancing Infineon’s firmware and contributing to future development and innovation strategies

Your Profile

Qualifications and skills to help you succeed

• Education: Master’s degree student in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field
• Tools and Systems: Proficient in firmware development with knowledge in programming languages such as C, C++, and Assembly
• Technical Expertise and Interests: Strong foundation in semiconductor manufacturing, basic electronics, and microcontrollers, with a passion for automotive electronics and their role in smart power applications
• Analytical and Communication Skills: Highly skilled in analyzing and solving complex technical problems, with the ability to synthesize data effectively and communicate intricate technical details clearly through written and verbal presentations.
• Languages: Fluent in English

Please send us your CV in English so we can get to know you better.

Contact:

Maria Júlia de Mello, LinkedIn

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