DRIVE Consulting

Oct 20, 2026

Infotainment Software Engineer m/f/d (6 months fixed-term or freelance/B2B) – Apple CarPlay & Android Auto

Germany

Munich, Bavaria, Germany

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Description

As a Projected Mode Specialist (m/f/d), you will support DRIVE Consulting on a challenging client project in the automotive and motorcycle industry. The focus is on the software implementation and integration of smartphone projection technologies (Projected Mode), specifically Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, into motorcycle display and infotainment control units.

In this project-based B2B collaboration, you will combine sound software development with technical conceptualization, system integration, and supplier management. We are looking for an experienced specialist who can quickly familiarize themselves with complex technical issues, independently develop solutions, and drive their implementation with a strong hands-on mentality.

Your Responsibilities

Software Development & Integration: You will support the software implementation of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto into display and infotainment control units and actively contribute to development.

Technical Conceptualization: You will develop solutions for system architecture, interfaces, and operating concepts, including the integration of handlebar controls.

Proofs of Concept: You will independently develop software prototypes to evaluate and validate technical approaches.

Project & Release Planning: You will assist in defining work packages and milestones, as well as scope, schedule, and release planning.

Technical Supplier Management: You will coordinate external development partners, evaluate their implementation results, and provide sound technical feedback.

Error Analysis & Optimization: You will analyze and resolve technical challenges, particularly regarding connectivity, audio/video streaming, and system performance.

Testing & Certification: You will support technical verification, validation, and certification (e.g., Apple CarPlay / MFi, Android Auto) as well as the subsequent release processes.

Interface Management: You will work closely with the E/E architecture, connectivity, HMI, and adjacent development teams.

Your Profile

Completed degree in computer science, electrical engineering, engineering, or a comparable technical qualification

Sound experience in software development, ideally in an embedded environment within the automotive or motorcycle industry

Proven project experience with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, or comparable projected-mode technologies, ideally within the scope of series development projects

Very good technical knowledge of relevant development environments and technologies, for example C/C++, Linux, QNX, or Android

Experience with connectivity technologies and communication protocols such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, iAP2, and audio/video streaming

Experience in the technical coordination and management of suppliers and external development teams

Knowledge of established development processes in the automotive environment, particularly the V-model, Automotive SPICE, as well as requirements, change, and release management

Strong analytical and conceptual skills, combined with a hands-on, independent, and solution-oriented way of working

Strong communication skills and confidence in collaborating with various technical stakeholders

Business-fluent German and English skills

What We Offer You

Contract Type: Freelance collaboration / B2B

Project Start: Immediately or at the earliest possible date

Project Duration: Initially 6 months

Scope: Project days per week by arrangement

Location: Munich, with required on-site presence at the client's location

Interested in working together?

Then we look forward to receiving your profile with details regarding your availability and your desired daily rate.

About us

DRIVE Consulting GmbH is a management consultancy with headquarters in Aachen and locations in Munich, Berlin, Beijing, and Shanghai. Our heart beats for technical consulting projects with a focus on the automotive and industrial sectors. Our clients include both German premium OEMs and young, emerging automotive manufacturers, as well as large and medium-sized industrial companies.

Our name stands for our clear focus on the mobility industry and simultaneously represents our spirit – because we are a team in which every single person has DRIVE.

We support our clients as pioneers into the unknown and as catalysts for innovation. Because we are convinced that only with the courage to break new ground can one write unique success stories.

We build bridges between small idea workshops and large corporations, as well as between management and technology experts.

Through close and partnership-based exchange with our clients, we develop tailored and individual solutions. A decisive success factor is our unique partner network from industry and research. Thanks to our proximity to renowned universities such as RWTH Aachen, we connect science and practice.

Enthusiasm is a top priority for us and defines our everyday work – because it is the best engine.

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