Regensburg, Bavaria, Germany
As an expert in functional safety within the automotive software sector, I combine deep technical expertise with strategic leadership skills. For several years, I have been shaping software architectures and safeguarding development processes in accordance with ISO 26262 – from concept to series production (ASIL A–D). My focus lies in coordinating complex, safety-critical software projects, developing robust architectures, and providing technical consultancy during decisive project phases – often under task force conditions. I work across disciplines with international teams and deliver sustainable solutions, even under high technical and time constraints. As an AI Key User, I currently drive the integration and effective use of AI technologies into corporate processes to boost efficiency, connect knowledge, and foster innovation. My versatility is reflected in past projects and research beyond the automotive core: → Development of embedded AI systems (e.g., medical motion tracking) and presentations at international conferences in medical image processing → Optimization of models for embedded accelerators and solid GPU computing expertise → Hands-on experience in interdisciplinary research and the ability to rapidly adapt to new technology domains Focus Areas: Functional Safety (ISO 26262), Safety Software Development, Software Architecture, AI Integration into Corporate Processes, GPU Computing, Technical Consultancy, Leadership of International Teams. Product Scope: Scalable Chassis Control Units, Master Controllers, Airbag Control Units, Central HPCs, Parametric Special Modules, HPC Cockpit Computer Platforms. My goal: to develop safe, innovative, and efficient software solutions that sustainably shape technological progress in the automotive sector, while flexibly applying my expertise to new technology fields
Acted as a Safety Architect for a central HPC ECU in a SAFE project setup (~700 employees) Performed safety software analysis, safety risk analysis and in-depth reviews of safety software work packages Definition, delegation, implementation and management of safety software work packages Acted as a Safety Architect and Functional Safety Manager for multiple quotes in the domain of autonomous driving systems Definition of a generic functional safety concept for L4 Autonomous Driving Systems
Lead and coordinate safety software work packages in compliance with ISO 26262-6 (ASIL D), ensuring high-quality and timely project delivery. Provide expert consultancy on safety software topics (SWE.1–6) and act as a key technical advisor in resolving critical project issues. Drive AI adoption as an AI Key User, integrating innovative tools into corporate processes to boost efficiency and knowledge sharing. Conduct advanced safety analyses (DFA, FTA, microcontroller/compiler errata) across multiple high-profile projects and lead company-wide training programs to strengthen safety software competencies. Product Scopes: Scalable Chassis Control Units, Master Controllers, Airbag Control Units, Central HPCs, Parametric Special Modules
Designed and implemented software architectures for leading German OEMs, ensuring alignment with functional safety requirements (ASIL D) and customer specifications. Led international teams and served as Cluster Lead for Safety & Security. Developed a master controller demonstrator and engineered a high-speed, real-time dual-microcontroller interface. Assumed global development leadership during critical resource shortages and mitigated supplier performance gaps by taking over complete safety software development (SWE.1–3). Product Scope: Scalable Chassis Control Units, Master Controllers
Software System Architect focusing on Software Safety for Chassis Control Units
Served as Product Owner and temporary Scrum Master for a high-performance cockpit computer platform (ASIL B), delivering a foundational safety software framework including CRC-based telltale supervision. Secured SOP for multiple display cluster projects under strict deadlines and task force conditions. Secured SOP for an instrument cluster project by implementing & managing the safety software parts in under 4 months from scratch. Defined and supported functional and technical safety concepts. Beyond automotive, researched and developed embedded AI systems for medical motion tracking, presented at international medical imaging conferences, and optimized AI models for embedded accelerators, leveraging GPU computing expertise.
Acted as Function Responsible for complex HMI features (e.g., trip computer, advanced warnings, eco displays) in instrument clusters for major German OEMs. Coordinated international development teams, delivered key functionalities on time, and upheld high quality standards. Pioneered AI-based image processing algorithms, initiating a new non-automotive business area, and supervised student research projects and theses.
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