Senior Embedded Software Engineer

ADASI; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 334,800 - 502,200; Full time

Job summary

ADASI is looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to design and develop embedded software for avionics and aerospace systems in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering or a related field, with a minimum of 8 years of experience in embedded software development. Proficiency in C and C++, along with experience in microcontrollers and low-level interfacing is essential. This role involves optimizing code for performance and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in embedded software development, preferably in aerospace or safety-critical domains.
• Strong hands-on expertise in C and C++ for embedded systems.
• Experience with microcontroller architectures such as ARM or STM32.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded software for avionics and aerospace systems.
• Optimize code for memory, power efficiency, and performance.
• Conduct testing to ensure functionality and safety compliance.

Skills

C programming

C++ programming

Embedded systems development

Microcontroller architectures (ARM, STM32)

Low-level hardware interfacing

Real-time operating systems

Communication protocols (UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, Ethernet)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Job Title

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Job Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain embedded software for avionics, flight control, and aerospace systems. Implement software for real‑time systems, ensuring low latency and high reliability of critical functions. Collaborate with system engineers to translate control algorithms and requirements into embedded code.

Integrate software with hardware systems and conduct testing to ensure functionality, performance, and safety compliance. Develop software aligned with standards such as DO-178C and DO-254. Optimize code for memory, power efficiency, and performance while following best practices.

Maintain documentation including software design, code, and test results. Work closely with cross‑functional teams such as hardware, systems, and QA for seamless integration. Identify and resolve defects, anomalies, and performance issues through debugging and analysis. Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry practices.

Education and Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred). Minimum 8 years of experience in embedded software development, preferably in aerospace or safety‑critical domains. Strong hands‑on expertise in C and C++ for embedded systems. Experience with microcontroller architectures such as ARM or STM32 and low-level hardware interfacing.

Technical Competencies

Strong expertise in C/C++ programming and embedded systems development. In‑depth knowledge of microcontrollers and hardware interfacing. Solid understanding of real‑time operating systems and real‑time design principles. Experience with communication protocols including UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, and Ethernet.