Senior Software Developer - Automotive Switch and Ethernet Expert

Role overview

Senior Software Developer - Automotive Switch and Ethernet Expert at BMW TechWorks India

We are seeking an experienced Software Developer with strong expertise in Automotive Ethernet and embedded networking to join our ECU Platform team.

Responsibilities

• You will contribute to the development of next-generation Ethernet connectivity solutions for highly networked automotive ECUs within an international and interdisciplinary environment.
• Work closely with software architects, low-level software developers, hardware specialists, and system engineers.
• Contribute to the integration and optimization of Ethernet networking across the ECU platform.
• Analyze and resolve complex Ethernet and networking-related issues, including software-hardware integration problems.
• Collaborate in an international and interdisciplinary environment with internal teams and high-tech industry partners.

Preferred qualifications and skills

• Experience with Automotive Ethernet communication stacks.
• Hands-on experience with Automotive Ethernet switches such as Broadcom, Marvell, NXP, or similar platforms.
• Knowledge of SOME/IP, DoIP, TSN, PTP, and service-oriented communication.
• Experience with Ethernet diagnostics, packet analysis, and network debugging tools such as Wireshark.
• Knowledge of MACsec, IPsec, SecOC, and automotive cybersecurity concepts.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams across software, hardware, networking, cybersecurity, and system engineering.

Employment details

• Location: Pune [Maharashtra] [India]

Additional role details

• What awaits you?
• Be part of the ECU Platform Development team, responsible for Ethernet connectivity and Ethernet switch integration for next-generation central ECUs.
• Design, develop, configure, and integrate Automotive Ethernet communication and switch-management solutions.
• Independently coordinate technical activities and drive topics with relevant stakeholders.
• What should you bring along?
• University degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, or a comparable field, or equivalent professional qualification.
• Strong proficiency in C++ and solid knowledge of software development best practices.
• Strong knowledge of IEEE 802.3 Ethernet networking, including OSI Layers 1–3 and their associated software stacks.
• Hands-on experience with networking concepts and protocols such as VLAN, TCP/IP, UDP, and QoS.
• Experience in Automotive Ethernet switch configuration, integration, and management.
• Good understanding of Ethernet switching, routing, network interfaces, and traffic management.
• Familiarity with network security technologies such as IPsec and MACsec.
• Experience with embedded RTOS-based systems, preferably in an automotive environment.
• Familiarity with automotive communication technologies such as CAN, LIN, and FlexRay.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to debug complex networking issues.
• Knowledge of Python or other scripting languages is advantageous.
• A proactive mindset with creative ideas and openness to innovative software technologies for the mobility of the future.