About this role
Digital Car Key Development Engineer数字车钥匙开发工程师
Job category:Research and Development incl. Design
Department:Ex RD China
Organization:Mercedes-Benz Group China Ltd.
Location:Mercedes-Benz Group China Ltd., Beijing
Start date:immediately
Publication date:05.11.2026
Job number:MER0004806
Working time:Full time
Tasks
Job Objective
- Serve as the technical engineer for different Digital Car Key solutions, including NFC Key, RKE Key and future mobile key technologies under MB architecture.
- Define system architecture, functional concepts, interfaces, and technical requirements for Digital Car Key features across vehicle domains.
- Analyze customer requirements and translate them into vehicle-level functions, system requirements, ECU specifications, and validation concepts.
- Drive technical decision-making and issue resolution for complex cross-domain integration topics affecting Digital Car Key functionality.
- Define and coordinate verification and validation strategies for variety Digital Key vehicle functions.
- Support testing, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and maturity assessments at component, system, and vehicle levels.
- Ensure successful vehicle launch and production readiness for China-specific Digital Key solutions.
Qualifications
Experience
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Minimum 2 years of experience in the automotive industry (OEMs or part suppliers), with specific experience in digital car key functions and project management.
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Proven expertise in developing wireless communication protocols (Bluetooth Low Energy, NFC, UWB, etc.).
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Specific Knowledge
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Expert knowledge of Digital Car Key technologies, NFC, BLE, UWB, mobile ecosystems, and vehicle access systems.
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Strong understanding of vehicle EE architectures, body electronics, access systems, telematics, and immobilizer functions.
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Experience with CCC Digital Key standards, China connectivity ecosystems, and smartphone integration technologies.
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Strong technical leadership and stakeholder management capabilities in global development environments.
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Ability to coordinate complex cross-functional programs involving multiple suppliers, development centers, and vehicle projects.
Benefits
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Events for Employees
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Flextime Possible
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Hybrid Work Possible
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Health Benefits
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Mobility Offers
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Discounts for Employees Possible
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Parking
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Inhouse Doctor
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Good Public Transport
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Barrier-Free Workplace
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Canteen, Café
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ContactMercedes-Benz Group China Ltd.
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8 Boxing Road100176 BeijingDetails to location