Principal Embedded Engineer

Edge Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 260,000 - 460,000; Full time

Job summary

ADASI in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced Embedded Software Developer to design and maintain software for aerospace and UAV systems, emphasizing real-time performance and safety compliance.

You will work with hardware, sensors, and actuators, implement control algorithms, debug, document, and support certification activities alongside cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

C/C++

Embedded systems

RTOS

Git

Debugging

Teamwork

SPI/I2C/UART/CAN

Aerospace standards DO-178C/DO-254

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/EE

Job description

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.