Master Thesis Evaluation of Hardware-Accelerated MACsec for Secure gPTP in Automotive TSN Networks

About the Position

Master Thesis Evaluation of Hardware-Accelerated MACsec for Secure gPTP in Automotive TSN Networks

Schwieberdingen, BW, Germany

At 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.

The Robert Bosch GmbH is looking forward to your application!

Responsibilities

• Set up an automotive Ethernet network supporting gPTP and hardware-accelerated MACsec.
• Verify that gPTP communication is effectively protected by MACsec and operates correctly.
• Quantify the impact on clock offset, peer delay, synchronization stability, convergence, latency, and jitter.
• Compare hardware MACsec with a Linux software-MACsec reference implementation where feasible.

Requirements

• Education: Master studies in the field of Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Communications, or a comparable engineering discipline with very good grades.
• Experience and Knowledge: Solid programming skills in C/C++ and Python; good knowledge of Linux and embedded systems; proven involvement in a student project and/or internship.
• Personality and Working Practice: Motivated to work on a research-oriented engineering topic and eager to discuss technical challenges and results with strong communication skills.
• Work Routine: Our hybrid model provides a balanced mix of on-site presence and flexible remote work (60% office and 40% remote).
• Enthusiasm: Passionate about exploring new networking technologies, hardware platforms, and technical documentation.
• Languages: Fluent in English; German is a plus.

Start and Duration

• Start: According to prior agreement.
• Duration: 6 months.

Requirement for this thesis is the enrollment at university. Please attach your CV, transcript of records, examination regulations, and if indicated, a valid work and residence permit.

We Offer

• Join a company where diversity and inclusion are firmly anchored in our corporate culture.
• We welcome all applications, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, ethnic origin, or sexual identity.

About the Company

At 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.

Need further information about the job?

Friedrich Wiemer (Functional Department)

+49 152 24695820

Jonathan Ndop (Functional Department)

+49 152 05270537

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