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With more than 1400 employees, focused on innovation, sustainability and collaboration, Bosch Aveiro joins together experts in diverse areas, from mechanical engineering to connectivity and software solutions, as well as industrialization and quality.\nAt Bosch, we shape the future by inventing high-quality technologies and services that spark enthusiasm and enrich people’s lives. 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 in mindsets, cultures, generations, identities and perspectives. Everyone should bring their authenticity and work together respectfully. Bosch is an employer that values diversity and equal opportunities. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and we can provide reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process and in the performance of professional activity. By including everyone and ensuring equal opportunities we unleash our full potential.\n As a Software Development Engineer, you will contribute to the digitalization of engineering laboratories by developing software solutions that enable efficient testing, reliable data acquisition, and smarter laboratory operations.\nWorking in a multidisciplinary and international environment, you will help drive automation, improve measurement processes, and support the development of advanced test systems used across engineering and validation activities.\nYour contribution to something big:\nDesign, develop, and maintain software applications using LabVIEW, Python, and VBA for laboratory and automated test environments.\nDevelop and optimize automated test sequences, measurement systems, and data acquisition solutions.\nIntegrate laboratory equipment, sensors, instrumentation, and test systems into reliable software architectures.\nDevelop communication interfaces between software applications and hardware using serial and network communication protocols.\nSupport the commissioning, validation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of automated test systems.\nAnalyze and troubleshoot software and system-related issues, ensuring reliable laboratory operation.\nCollaborate with laboratory engineers and technical experts to transform requirements into scalable and user-oriented software solutions.\nImplement software enhancements and new functionalities based on operational and customer needs.\nEnsure software quality through testing, verification, debugging, and version control best practices.\nCreate and maintain technical documentation, software specifications, user guides, and test reports.\nContribute to the standardization and reuse of software components across different laboratory platforms.\nIdentify opportunities to improve efficiency, reliability, and data quality through innovative automation solutions.\n What distinguishes you:\nEducation\nUniversity degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a comparable technical field.\nExperience\nExperience in software development within laboratory, test, automation, or industrial environments.\nExperience with LabVIEW development.\nExperience working with test and measurement systems, instrumentation, or automated test benches.\nKnow-how\nGood programming skills in Python and VBA.\nKnowledge of data acquisition systems and measurement technologies.\nFamiliarity with communication protocols such as RS232, RS485, UART, TCP/IP, UDP, HTTP/HTTPS, OPC UA, or similar.\nUnderstanding of software lifecycle management, version control systems, and software documentation practices.\nExperience in debugging, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis.\nKnowledge of databases, data logging systems, and reporting tools is considered an advantage.\nExperience with National Instruments (NI) solutions is a plus.\nLanguages\nGood communication skills in English, written and spoken.\nWorking Style and Methods\nStructured, analytical, and solution-oriented way of working.\nAbility to manage multiple technical topics and priorities effectively.\nStrong focus on quality, reliability, and continuous improvement.\nPersonality\nProactive mindset with a passion for technology and innovation.\nStrong problem-solving and analytical skills.\nTeam player with excellent communication and collaboration abilities.\nCustomer-oriented attitude and willingness to learn and grow.\nAvailability to travel during the year. \n Work #LikeABosch includes:\nFlexible work conditions\nHybrid work system\nExchange with colleagues around the world\nHealth insurance and medical office on site (general surgeon, psychology, physiotherapy, general clinic)\nTraining opportunities (p.e., technical training, foreign languages training) & certifications\nOpportunities for career progression and continuous professional development\nAccess to great discounts in partnerships and Bosch products\nSports and health related activities\nFlexible benefits platform\nFree parking lot\nCanteen\nSuccess stories don´t just happen. 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