Hellmuth V. Künsberg - Embedded Software Architect / Team Coordinator

Q: Where is Hellmuth based?

Hellmuth is based in Erlangen, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Hellmuth speak?

Hellmuth speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Hellmuth have?

Hellmuth has at least 27 years of experience. During this time, Hellmuth has worked in at least 16 different roles and for 16 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 3 months . Note that Hellmuth may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Hellmuth's latest experience?

Hellmuth's most recent position is Embedded Software Architect / Team Coordinator at Provider of system solutions in the field of electric drives .

Q: What companies has Hellmuth worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Hellmuth has worked for Provider of system solutions in the field of electric drives , Global technology company , and Specialist in electric drives .

Q: Which industries is Hellmuth most experienced in?

Hellmuth is most experienced in industries like Automotive , Manufacturing , and Aerospace and Defense . Hellmuth also has some experience in Information Technology (IT) and Energy .

Q: Which business areas is Hellmuth most experienced in?

Hellmuth is most experienced in business areas like Product Development , Information Technology (IT) , and Quality Assurance (QA) . Hellmuth also has some experience in Project Management .

Q: Which industries has Hellmuth worked in recently?

Hellmuth has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing , Automotive , and Information Technology (IT) .

Q: Which business areas has Hellmuth worked in recently?

Hellmuth has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology (IT) , Product Development , and Quality Assurance (QA) .

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Erlangen, Germany

Experience

Dec 2022 - Nov 2024

2 years

Embedded Software Architect / Team Coordinator

Provider of system solutions in the field of electric drives

Analysis and inventory of a system consisting of 2 control units
Creation and derivation of the static software architecture
Optimization and standardization of structures for model-based control
Creation of the dynamic software architecture
Development of improvement proposals in workshops with the customer

Jul 2021 - Nov 2022

1 year 5 months

Embedded Software Engineer / Software Architect

Global technology company

Creation of a concept for software deployment and flashing
Software design and implementation of the deployment concept
Implementation and execution of unit tests and integration tests
Conducting code reviews for quality assurance
Preparation of software documentation

May 2020 - Jun 2021

1 year 2 months

Embedded Software Engineer / Software Architect

Specialist in electric drives

Standardization of basic functions in a library
Introduction of component and integration tests with Tessy
Architecture documentation in UML 2.0 with Enterprise Architect

Jan 2019 - Apr 2020

1 year 4 months

Lead Developer Base Software / Firmware

Schaeffler AG

Review of system requirements and derivation of software requirements
Implementation of low-level drivers and CDDs in ANSI C and assembly
Integration of AUTOSAR MCAL modules

Jun 2017 - Dec 2018

1 year 7 months

Software Architect / Base Software / Application Software Developer

Schaeffler AG

Coordination with hardware suppliers
Planning milestones and creating concepts
Aligning features and requirements for multiple OEMs
Review of system requirements

Jun 2016 - May 2017

1 year

Software Architect / AUTOSAR Basic Software Coordinator

Magna Electronics

Coordination with the chip manufacturer on IPs and hardware scope
Planning milestones and coordinating BSW deliveries
Aligning features, requirements, and milestones with multiple OEMs

Sep 2015 - May 2016

9 months

Software Error Manager / System Analyst

Continental AG

Analysis and tracking of software errors (reported by OEMs or internal test departments)
Planning corrective actions and milestones in collaboration with development departments
Communication with the OEM
Preparing error statistics for OEMs and suppliers

Jul 2014 - Aug 2015

1 year 2 months

Embedded Software Architect and Developer

Takata AG

Aligning OEM requirements with functional departments
Creating and adjusting low-level drivers for Freescale S12G and Renesas V850
Adapting the BSW configuration to new hardware
Integrating the Vector CANbedded stack

Jan 2014 - Jun 2014

6 months

Embedded Software Engineer

Brose Fahrzeugteile

Aligning OEM requirements with functional departments
Creating and adapting SPI drivers for rotary angle sensor and motor driver
Adapting the BSW configuration to new hardware
Integrating the Vector CAN stack (GENy)

Feb 2012 - Apr 2013

1 year 3 months

Basic Software Developer

Brose Fahrzeugteile

Creating and adapting architecture and source code (ANSI C)
Developing low-level drivers and basic functionality
Porting existing functionality from Freescale S12
Optimizing runtime, RAM, ROM, and NVRAM
Implementing time-critical functions in assembler
Function testing and performance measurement on MPC560x with iSYSTEM Debugger
Static code analysis with QA-C
Creating and adapting specifications and documentation in DOORS

Oct 2011 - Dec 2013

2 years 3 months

System Engineer / Functional Responsibility

BMW AG

Development of concepts and requirements for system functions of electric drive train control units
Coordination of requirements between OEM and suppliers
Creation and editing of System Requirements
Support of suppliers in implementing requirements
Review of requirements and specifications
Quality analysis of software deliveries (flash programming, diagnostics, electronic immobilizer)
Monitoring milestones and metrics, error tracking

Aug 2010 - Sep 2011

1 year 2 months

Basic Software Developer

Brose Fahrzeugteile

Creation and adjustment of architecture and source code (ANSI C)
Development of low-level drivers and base functionality
Porting existing functionality from Freescale S12
Optimization of runtime, RAM, ROM, and NVRAM
Implementation of time-critical functions in assembly
Functional tests and performance measurement on Infineon 8051 with iSYSTEM debugger
Static code analysis with QA-C
Creation and adjustment of specifications and documentation in DOORS

Jul 2009 - Jul 2010

1 year 1 month

System Engineer / SW Developer / Basic Software Functional Lead

Valeo Schalter und Sensoren

Development and integration of embedded software components for an automatic parking system using ultrasonic sensors
Implementation of diagnostic services according to ISO 14229 for multiple HW/SW variants
Implementation and porting of low-level device drivers on MPC560xB and S12X
Integration of generic components and customer-specific modules with AUTOSAR interfaces
Coordination, testing, documentation, and software delivery to the customer

Apr 2009 - Jul 2009

4 months

System Engineer / SW Developer

Fraunhofer-Institut für Energiesysteme

Gathering and analysis of system requirements
Design of architecture and embedded system software
Development of suitable communication protocols
Implementation of firmware in ANSI C and assembly (8051) for master and slave
Testing and commissioning of the system in preparation for field tests with several thousand households

Dec 2008 - Mar 2009

4 months

Quality Assistant

Brose Fahrzeugteile

Code reviews and static code analysis with QA-C according to MISRA 2004
Analysis of architecture and design of embedded system software
Evaluation and risk assessment for series release of various software versions
Implementation of debug interfaces for ECU and PC with CANape and XCP

Apr 2008 - Dec 2008

9 months

Software Developer

Elektrobit

Developed generic software components according to AUTOSAR 2.1 and 3.0
Maintained network management and watchdog stack modules
Created and adapted design, source code (ANSI C), configuration data (XML), and documentation (DocBook)
Developed automated functional and integration tests for multiple hardware platforms
Checked coverage of requirements and test cases
Requirements engineering with DOORS
Problem and change management with JIRA
Version control with Subversion

Jan 2007 - Jun 2008

1 year 6 months

Software Developer / Architect

EADS / Airbus

Developed application and test software for A/C control unit according to RTCA/DO-178B Level C/D and ABD 200
Object-oriented design, implementation, and testing of real-time software using UML 2.0
Requirements engineering with DOORS
Software design with Rhapsody in C/C++
Implementation in C/C++ for Green Hills Multi/Integrity
Communication over TCP/IP and UDP/IP
Implementation and integration of BITE and gateway components
Executed and evaluated integration and verification tests according to RTCA/DO-178BC

Apr 2006 - Dec 2006

9 months

Basic Software Developer

Brose Fahrzeugteile

Created and adapted architecture and source code (ANSI C)
Developed low-level drivers and core functionality
Communication via SPI, LIN bus, and MFL
Optimized runtime, RAM, ROM, and EEPROM
Implemented time-critical functions in Assembly
Performed functional tests and performance measurements on MC9S08AW32 using iSYSTEM Debugger
Static code analysis with QA-C
Ported to S12 derivative with integrated analog die
Supported SPICE activities

Oct 2005 - Mar 2006

6 months

Software Developer with Functional Responsibility

Lear Corporation

Integrated a multi-channel LIN master into a body control unit for lighting control
LIN 2.0 connection as a gateway for rain/light/solar sensor and adaptive cornering lights
Adapted message catalogs for CAN and LIN
Code generation with Vector toolchain (GENy)
Conducted software FMEAs
Performed functional tests on Star12x with Trace32, CANoe, and Volcano LIN Spector

Nov 2003 - Sep 2005

1 year 11 months

Software Developer with Functional Responsibility

Siemens VDO

Evaluated and redesigned embedded software components for body control unit
Performance analysis, troubleshooting, and preparation for AUTOSAR
Designed safety-relevant functions
Analyzed and optimized the wireless interface for FFB and Keyless Entry & Go
Module testing with Rational Test RealTime, CAN rest bus simulation, and CANoe
Documentation and quality assurance according to CMMI 2/3
System FMEAs and FTAs according to SIL3

Jan 1998 - Dec 2003

6 years

Projects upon request

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Automotive (16.5 years), Manufacturing (4.5 years), Information Technology (1.5 years), Aerospace and Defense (1.5 years), and Energy (0.5 years).

Automotive

Manufacturing

Information Technology

Aerospace and Defense

Energy

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Product Development (19 years), Information Technology (11.5 years), Quality Assurance (11 years), and Project Management (4.5 years).

Product Development

Information Technology

Quality Assurance

Project Management

Skills

Hardware

Ascii/x Terminals
Cd Writer / Burner
Real-time Systems
Embedded Systems
Emulators: Lauterbach Trace32, Isystems Debugger
Microcontrollers: E.g. Atmel
Modem
Motorola: Hc12 / Star12 / Star12x
Nec: V850
Pc: Intel, Amd From 8086, Including Hardware Assembly And Troubleshooting
Scanners
Sni Rm Computers
Sound Cards
Tape Drives
Sun: Sun Workstations

Operating Systems

Bs2000: 3 Years
Chorus/classix: On Motorola Architecture
Real-time Operating Systems
Ms-dos: 2.x - 6.x
Os/2: 3 Years
Rtos (Real Time Os): Chorus/classix, Osek
Sun Os, Solaris
Unix: Sco, Sinix, Reliant Unix, Linux, Bsd, Solaris: System Programming And Integration
Windows: Win3.x, Win9x, Winnt, Win2k, Winxp: Application Development And Integration
System Administration On Linux, Openbsd, Reliant Unix And Windows Server Os

Programming Languages

Assembly: 80x86, 8051, Freescale 8-, 16-, 32bit (Ppc)
Basic: Visual Basic Versions 3.0 - 6.0
C: 20 Years, Various Compilers On Different Platforms
C++: 10 Years, Ansi, Visual C++ Versions 2.0 - 6.0, Mfc, Borland C++
Clipper
Dbase: Iii, Iii+, Iv
Delphi
Emacs
Esql/c: With Informix
Fortran: 2 Years
Foxpro
Imake, Gnu Make, Makemaker Etc.
Java: Project Experience
Javascript: Project Experience
Paradox
Pascal: 7 Years: Turbo/microsoft, Delphi
Pl/sql
Scripting Languages
Shell: Unix Tools, Shell Scripts, Perl, Python
Tcl/tk: Functional Tests & Debugging
Xt, Motif

Databases

Access: Development Experience
Bde
Btrieve
Informix: Focus, Performance Tuning
Mysql
Odbc
Paradox
Sql: Focus, 5 Years
Xbase

Data Communication

Atm
Bus: I2c, Can, Rs232
Ethernet: 8 Years
Fax
Internet, Intranet: 10 Years: Www, Html, Http
Isdn
Lan, Lan Manager
Message Queuing
Netbeui
Netbios
Novell
Parallel Port
Pc Anywhere
Routers: Linux & Openbsd With Firewall And Qos
Rpc
Rs232
Smtp
Tcp/ip: Administration And Socket Programming (Windows/unix)
Windows Networking: Since Windows 3.1
Winsock
Dwdm (Sdh/sonet): Optical Data Transmission
Z-wave: Mesh Wireless Network Technology

Simulation/testing

Canoe
Dspace
Hardware-in-the-loop Simulation (Hil)
Software-in-the-loop Simulation (Sil)

Industries

Automotive
Aviation / Avionics
Services / Finance
It System House / It Services
Trade / Distribution
Tax Consulting / Management Consulting
Telecommunications / Communication
Tourism / Travel Industry
Energy And Environmental Technology / Power Generation
Industry

Products, Standards

Application And System Programming (Unix/windows)
Low-level Programming (Embedded/real-time)
Gui Design
Specification
System Integration
Testing, Quality Assurance According To V-model And Cmmi/spice
Documentation
International Large-scale Projects
Electric Drives / E-mobility

Methods

Object-oriented Analysis, Design, Programming (Ooa/ood/oop)
Event-driven, Visual And Structured Programming
Message-oriented Programming

Special Skills

Communication, Network Programming (Tcp/ip, Sockets, Routing)
Wireless Transmission (E.g. Proprietary Methods And Z-wave)
Client/server/middleware - Design And Implementation
Sql Databases
Scripting (Shell, Python, Perl)
Telecommunications (Protocols/standards)
Html/xhtml, Xml
Automotive: Standards (Autosar), Communication (Can/lin)
Resource Management: Run-time And Memory Optimization
Assembly: Low-level Optimization For 8-, 16- And 32bit Platforms S08, S12, 8051, Powerpc And Infineon Tricore
Static Code Analysis With Qa-c, Pc-lint And Axivion Bauhaus Suite

Microsoft Standards

Developer Studio 4-7 (Ms Visual C++)
Sdk, Mfc, Atl, Ole Automation Client/server, Odbc
Com

Tools

Debuggers & Emulators: Sun Xray, Gdb/ddd, Purifier, Boundschecker, Bugtrapper, Codecoverage, Lauterbach Trace32, Isystems Debugger
Design & Architecture: Rational Rose, Sparx Enterprise Architect
Version Control: Rcs, Mks, Cvs, Clearcase, Pvcs, Ibm Rational Synergy, Subversion, Serena Dimensions
Requirements Management: Ibm Rational Doors, Ptc Integrity
Documentation/presentation: Adobe Framemaker, Doxygen, Ms Word, Ms Powerpoint
Graphics: Gimp, Corel Draw, Chart Fx, Ms Visio
Editors: Vim/gvim, Emacs
Installers: Installshield
Test & Evaluation: Rational Test Realtime, Razorcat Tessy, Vmware, Dspace, Parasoft, Vectorcast

Security Certification

Security Certification By The Bmwi

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

French

Advanced

Education

Oct 1989 - Jun 1993

University of Erlangen-Nuremberg

Computer Science · Erlangen, Germany

Oct 1985 - Jun 1989

Nuremberg University of Applied Sciences

Diploma in Computer Science · Computer Science · Nuremberg, Germany

Certifications & licenses

Security certification

BMWi

iSAQB Certified Professional for Software Architecture

Profile

Created

January 2025

Last Update

January 2026

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Hellmuth based?

Hellmuth is based in Erlangen, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Hellmuth speak?

Hellmuth speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Hellmuth have?

Hellmuth has at least 27 years of experience. During this time, Hellmuth has worked in at least 16 different roles and for 16 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 3 months. Note that Hellmuth may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Hellmuth be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Hellmuth would be well-suited for roles such as: Embedded Software Architect / Team Coordinator, Embedded Software Engineer / Software Architect, Lead Developer Base Software / Firmware.

What is Hellmuth's latest experience?

Hellmuth's most recent position is Embedded Software Architect / Team Coordinator at Provider of system solutions in the field of electric drives.

What companies has Hellmuth worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Hellmuth has worked for Provider of system solutions in the field of electric drives, Global technology company, and Specialist in electric drives.

Which industries is Hellmuth most experienced in?

Hellmuth is most experienced in industries like Automotive, Manufacturing, and Aerospace and Defense. Hellmuth also has some experience in Information Technology (IT) and Energy.

Which business areas is Hellmuth most experienced in?

Hellmuth is most experienced in business areas like Product Development, Information Technology (IT), and Quality Assurance (QA). Hellmuth also has some experience in Project Management.

Which industries has Hellmuth worked in recently?

Hellmuth has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing, Automotive, and Information Technology (IT).

Which business areas has Hellmuth worked in recently?

Hellmuth has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology (IT), Product Development, and Quality Assurance (QA).

What is Hellmuth's education?

Hellmuth attended University of Erlangen-Nuremberg for Computer Science.

Does Hellmuth have any certificates?

Hellmuth has 2 certificates. These include: Security certification and iSAQB Certified Professional for Software Architecture.

What is the availability of Hellmuth?

Hellmuth is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Hellmuth?

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