Thesis work: An abstraction model for the smart boat - "Home Assistant for Marine"
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I korthet
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.
Ansvarsområden
- 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.
Krav
- 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.
Önskade kvalifikationer
- Relevant programs: Software Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Embedded Systems, Computer Engineering, IoT Engineering, Distributed Systems.
- Ability to work with Swedish or English language.
Förmåner
- 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.
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