Masterand: KI-gestützte Modularisierung einer Analysesoftware (w/m/x)

Role

Masterand (m/w/x) to support the modularization and modernization of a legacy vehicle bus analysis software at BMW. The project focuses on designing a plugin-based architecture, creating a prototype plugin interface, and investigating how AI tools can aid code understanding and plugin development.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop a concept for a plugin-based architecture to modularize existing analysis software.
• Implement a prototype of a plugin interface demonstrating how extensions can be integrated technically.
• Evaluate how modern AI tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot) can support code comprehension and plugin development.
• Assess the architectural impact on maintainability, flexibility, and stability of the system.
• Work with a long-standing codebase and contribute to strategies for modernizing legacy systems.

Requirements

• Enrollment in a relevant degree program (Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or comparable).
• Very good knowledge of programming languages, specifically C, C++ and C#.
• Basic understanding of software architecture and large codebases.
• Interest in AI, vibe-coding, modular architectures and modern developer tools.
• Analytical thinking and enthusiasm for conceptual work.
• Good German and English language skills.

Practical Details

• Start date: earliest 01.07.2026
• Duration: 6 months
• Working time: Full-time
• Location: Munich (BMW AG)
• Company provides mentoring and onboarding and may offer student apartments in Munich (subject to availability).

What BMW Offers (selected)

• Comprehensive mentoring and onboarding
• Personal and professional development
• Flexible working hours and mobile work
• Attractive compensation
• Student apartments at the Munich site (subject to availability)