Principal Engineer - Software Embedded

Al Tariq; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 210,000 - 330,000; Full time

Job summary

ADASI, based in Abu Dhabi, is seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to design, develop, and test embedded software for aerospace and UAV systems.

The role focuses on real-time, safety-critical applications and requires strong C/C++ proficiency, RTOS experience, and hardware-software integration.

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.
• Strong problem-solving and teamwork skills.

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

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering

Tools

C/C++

RTOS (FreeRTOS, VxWorks, QNX)

Git

SPI/I2C/UART/CAN

Embedded systems

Job description

Job Description:

External 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:

• Bachelors 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.