Thesis work: An abstraction model for the smart boat - "Home Assistant for Marine"

Technology, Data & Digital · Software & Web Development · Software Engineering · Embedded Systems

In short

Volvo Penta is offering a Master's thesis opportunity (30 ECTS) focused on developing an abstraction model for a "Home Assistant for Marine" system. The project involves bridging traditional marine networks with modern IoT protocols, requiring research into protocol abstraction and the use of open-source technologies like MQTT and Home Assistant Core. The ideal candidate has a background in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related fields.

Responsibilities

Develop a Proof of Concept (PoC) application.
Turn on a light connected to the CAN bus.
Turn on a light connected through Zigbee.
Use the same API call for both lights.
Research underlying protocols abstraction into standardized entities.
Investigate reusable open-source technologies like MQTT and Home Assistant Core.

Requirements

Master's thesis work (30 ECTS points).
Proficiency in Python, C/C++, or Java.
Familiarity with MQTT, APIs, Microservices, Linux, and Docker.
Understanding of J1939, NMEA 2000, Matter, Zigbee, BLE protocols.
Experience with open-source frameworks.
Interest in Home Assistant Core.

Desired Qualifications

Relevant programs: Software Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Embedded Systems, Computer Engineering, IoT Engineering, Distributed Systems.
Ability to work with Swedish or English language.

Benefits

Opportunity to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions.
Work with next-gen technologies.
Collaborate with sharpest teams.
Gain experience in developing telematics platforms and onboard connectivity solutions.
Work closely with backend development teams and IT organizations.
International work environment.

Skills

PythonC/C++JavaMQTTAPIsMicroservicesLinuxDockerJ1939NMEA 2000MatterZigbeeBLEHome Assistant Core

#Smart Boat#Home Assistant#Marine#Software Architecture#IoT#Protocols#Open-source

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