System Integration Engineer for Automotive Applications – Communication specialist

🧩 System Integration Engineer – Automotive Applications 📍 Location : Modugno, Apulia 📅 Contract Type : Full-time 🌍 Travel Availability : Yes, for short or medium-term international assignments About the Role We are looking for a passionate and skilled System Integration Engineer to join our team and contribute to the development of cutting-edge cross-domain automotive products. This role focuses on integrating hardware electronics and embedded software, with a strong emphasis on designing next-generation software architectures for future vehicles—ranging from motorcycles to passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and off-road applications. Key Responsibilities Manage and track software changes, perform impact analysis, and coordinate with function development and calibration teams. Debug hardware and software during design, launch, and deployment phases. Develop and optimize algorithms, potentially using model-based methodologies for rapid prototyping. Define, implement, and execute test cases to ensure requirement fulfillment on SiL, HiL, and target systems. Conduct xCU system-level testing and verification, including electrical measurements, signal integrity, and power management analysis. Support implementation and testing of vehicle diagnostic protocols at the hardware level (e.g., UDS over CAN/FlexRay). Master’s degree in Mechatronics, Control, Electrical, Computer, or Telecommunications Engineering—or equivalent. Experience in designing, configuring, and integrating in-vehicle communication networks and diagnostic protocols (CAN, LIN, FlexRay, UDS). Strong system-level understanding of HW-SW interaction in powertrain systems; experience with system modeling (SysML) is a plus. Proficiency with hardware debugging tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters) and in-circuit emulators. Skilled in using specialized tools (e.g., CANoe/CANalyzer, Vehicle Spy) for network analysis and performance optimization. Ability to leverage AI-based tools (e.g., LLMs) to improve efficiency. Familiarity with various microcontroller architectures is beneficial. Knowledge of automotive cybersecurity principles and functional safety concepts (ISO 26262) is a nice-to-have. High motivation, responsibility, flexibility, and ability to work under pressure. Independent and goal-oriented working style, strong analytical and coordination skills, team player with a proactive mindset. Customer-oriented approach. Good command of English; basic knowledge of German is a plus. What We Offer A dynamic and innovative work environment Involvement in international and technologically advanced projects Opportunities for professional growth Continuous training and development 🔧 Ready to drive the future of automotive technology? Apply now and become part of our forward-thinking team In line with our compensation policies, the gross annual salary (RAL) for this position lies within the range € 34.000 - € 45.000 for a 40-hour work week. We look forward to discussing the full details of our compensation package and career development opportunities with you during the application process If you feel confident in the position don't hesitate to apply Take a look! Bosch is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin or ancestry, age, disability or any other protected class. At Bosch, we care; for you, our business, and our environment. Let’s turn visions into reality. At Bosch, we shape the future by inventing high-quality technologies and services that spark enthusiasm and enrich people’s lives. Our areas of activity are every bit as diverse as our outstanding Bosch-teams around the world. Their creativity is the key to innovation through connected living, mobility or industry. Our responsibility goes far beyond ‘business’. We’re independent of stock markets and bound to the purpose of the Robert Bosch Foundation; our success directly benefits society, the environment, and future generations. Our promise to our associates is rock-solid: we grow together, we enjoy our work, and we inspire each other. Join in and feel the difference. Centro Studi Componenti per Veicoli S.p.A., with headquarters in Modugno (BA) and about 310 employees, is the largest Research and Development center of the Bosch Group in Italy, where the Common Rail system was born and developed in the 1980s. In addition to the consolidated activity on high pressure pumps, CVIT developed the DNOX system for the reduction of nitrogen oxides from exhaust gases for commercial vehicles. In collaboration with the main car manufacturers and the parent company, it carries out activities in the field of engineering for applications on engines and vehicles, studies electronic systems for service and calibration on diesel, gasoline, hybrid and electric engines and recently also motorcycles, having facilities available for Testing activities, equipped with the most up-to-date equipment. Our strengths? Excellent know-how, creativity and innovation, integration with the production site and internationality. Centro Studi Componenti per Veicoli has also developed a strong link with the local area and is a main player in activities aimed at creating and promoting training and employment. Why do we do it? We believe it is strategic to grow and invest in people to make the entire system grow. Bari is always one step ahead!