AUTOSAR Software Architect (Remote, RO)

About this role

Who We Are
We don’t just develop embedded software — we engineer intelligence into products. The Embedded Competence Center at NTT DATA Romania brings together experts in embedded systems, firmware development, and hardware–software integration, delivering robust and high-performance solutions for complex, safety-critical environments. With strong expertise in C/C++, AUTOSAR, real-time operating systems, and communication protocols, we design scalable embedded architectures, integrate software seamlessly with hardware, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Across the industries we support — from Automotive and Industrial Automation to Smart Devices and IoT — we transform reliable embedded technology into a foundation for innovative, dependable products.
We are looking for an experienced AUTOSAR Software Architect to support the development of automotive DC/DC Converter products within the e-Mobility domain. The ideal candidate combines strong AUTOSAR Classic architecture expertise with a solid embedded software background. Previous experience with DC/DC converters, On-Board Chargers (OBC), Inverters, Battery Management Systems (BMS), or other power electronics/e-Mobility ECUs is highly preferred.
Please note that this opportunity is available exclusively on a freelance/contractor basis (B2B engagement). We are currently not considering permanent employment applications for this role.
What you'll be doing

• Define and maintain the AUTOSAR Classic Software Architecture for DC/DC Converter ECUs.

• Translate system requirements into SW architecture, AUTOSAR SWCs, interfaces and technical concepts.

• Define the interaction between Application SW, RTE, BSW and MCAL.

• Define SWCs, ports/interfaces, runnable entities, task mapping and ECU communication concepts.

• Perform AUTOSAR architecture development and configuration using Vector DaVinci Developer and DaVinci Configurator.

• Configure and integrate Vector MICROSAR BSW modules and stacks.

• Define and support configuration of:

• Communication & Network Management

• Diagnostics

• Memory

• AUTOSAR OS

• ECU State Management

• Watchdog

• Crypto / Security

• Support RTE generation, BSW configuration and ECU configuration workflows.

• Analyze and resolve ARXML, configuration, integration and generation issues within the AUTOSAR toolchain.

• Define interfaces between AUTOSAR software and DC/DC power electronics control/application software.

• Support communication and diagnostics based on CAN/CAN-FD, UDS and XCP.

• Drive architectural decisions regarding real-time behavior, performance, memory, safety and resource utilization.

• Support SW integration, debugging and complex cross-layer problem solving.

• Collaborate with System, Functional Safety, Hardware, BSW, Application SW, Integration and Test teams.

• Ensure compliance with Automotive SPICE and ISO 26262 requirements.

What you'll bring along

• 8+ years of experience in Automotive Embedded Software, including experience as an AUTOSAR Software Architect, AUTOSAR Expert or Technical Lead.

• Strong expertise in AUTOSAR Classic.

• Strong hands-on experience with the Vector AUTOSAR ecosystem

• Practical experience with AUTOSAR configuration, ARXML handling, RTE generation and BSW integration.

• Deep understanding of RTE, BSW, MCAL and AUTOSAR OS.

• Experience with AUTOSAR communication, diagnostics, memory and network-management stacks.

• Strong knowledge of CAN/CAN-FD and UDS.

• Strong understanding of Embedded C and real-time embedded systems.

• Experience debugging complex AUTOSAR integration and configuration issues.

• Good understanding of Automotive SPICE and ISO 26262.

• Previous experience with DC/DC Converter products.

• Experience with OBC, Inverter, BMS or other e-Mobility / power electronics ECUs.

• Understanding of power electronics control software and its interaction with AUTOSAR.

• Knowledge of bootloader, secure flashing and automotive cybersecurity.

• Experience designing software architectures according to ASIL / Functional Safety requirements.

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