Principal Embedded Engineer

ADASI; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ADASI, a leading aerospace company, is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to develop and maintain software for UAV systems. Candidates should have 5–7+ years in embedded development and strong proficiency in C/C++. Responsibilities include software design, testing, and integration.

Ideal applicants will have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field and experience with safety standards such as DO-178C. The role demands teamwork and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of embedded software development experience.
• Strong proficiency in embedded systems and C/C++.
• Experience with RTOS like FreeRTOS or VxWorks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain embedded software for aerospace and UAV systems.
• Design, develop, and test embedded software in C/C++.
• Integrate software with hardware components.

Skills

C/C++ proficiency

Embedded systems

RTOS experience

Hardware-software integration

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

Git

Software debugging tools

Job description

Embedded Software Engineer

Location: Abu Dhabi

About ADASI: ADASI is a leading aerospace company dedicated to advancing the aerospace industry through innovative technology solutions. Our mission is to enhance the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of airspace management. We are seeking a talented Embedded Software Developer to join our team and contribute to our mission.

Role Overview

Develop and maintain embedded software for aerospace and UAV systems, ensuring high performance, reliability, and compliance with safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test embedded software in C/C++.
• Develop software for real-time and safety-critical systems.
• Integrate software with hardware components, sensors, and actuators.
• Implement control algorithms and optimize code performance.
• Perform debugging, troubleshooting, and system testing.
• Maintain technical documentation and support certification activities.
• Collaborate with hardware, systems, and QA teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 5–7+ years of embedded software development experience.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ and embedded systems.
• Experience with RTOS (e.g., FreeRTOS, VxWorks, QNX).
• Knowledge of hardware-software integration and communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN).
• Familiarity with aerospace/safety standards such as DO-178C and DO-254.
• Experience with Git and software debugging tools.
• Strong problem-solving and teamwork skills.

Preferred

• Aerospace, defense, automotive, or other safety-critical industry experience.
• Relevant embedded systems or aerospace certifications.