Basic Software Engineer – Embedded Dev & HIL/SIL Validation

Nalys; Brussel; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Mobility technologies exposure

Job summary

Nalys in Belgium seeks a Basic Software Engineer to design, develop and validate BSW modules in C/C++ for real-time embedded systems. You will work on low-level drivers, MCAL, and automotive networks (CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet) with MISRA/C safety standards.

You will run SIL and HIL validation, develop test scripts in Python, analyze network logs, and collaborate with architects, developers and integration teams on a major automotive program.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or engineering degree in embedded systems or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of embedded software development and validation experience.
• Experience in automotive, aerospace, or railway industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and configure Basic Software (BSW) modules in C/C++ for real-time embedded systems.
• Develop low-level drivers and MCAL configurations.
• Implement CAN/LIN and Automotive Ethernet stacks and diagnostic protocols.
• Ensure CI of code following MISRA C/C++ and functional safety guidelines.
• Design and execute SIL tests and develop HIL test scenarios on benches.
• Create Python scripts for test automation and log analysis.
• Collaborate with system architects, application developers, and integration teams.

Skills

C/C++ RTOS

HIL testing

CAN/LIN/Automotive Ethernet

Python scripting

CI/CD (Git/Jenkins)

Fluent English

Education

Master's or Engineering in Embedded Systems/related

Tools

HIL (dSPACE/ControlDesk)

CR/CI tools

Job description

At Nalys, we are a technology engineering and consulting group dedicated to delivering high-value expertise to our partners. We specialize in supporting industry leaders through their most complex technological challenges, driven by a strong engineering culture and a passion for innovation.

You will be joining our team to work on a strategic, long-term project for one of our major clients, a leading global player in the automotive sector. To support their development, we are looking for skilled Basic Software Engineers capable of handling both low-level software development and robust HIL/SIL validation.

Job Description

In a cutting-edge technical environment, you will have a dual role as both developer and validator, ensuring the reliability of the embedded code from its initial design to its hardware integration.

Responsibilities

• Basic Software Development:
  • Design, develop, and configure Basic Software (BSW) modules in C/C++ for real-time embedded systems.
  • Develop low-level drivers and configure the Microcontroller Abstraction Layer (MCAL).
  • Implement and configure automotive communication stacks (CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet) and diagnostic protocols (UDS, OBD).
  • Ensure continuous integration of the code while strictly adhering to coding standards (MISRA C/C++) and functional safety guidelines.
• Testing, Validation & Simulation (SIL & HIL):
  • Software-in-the-Loop (SIL): Design and execute unit and integration tests in virtual environments (SIL) to validate software logic early in the development cycle (Shift-Left testing).
  • Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL): Develop, configure, and automate test scenarios on HIL benches (e.g., dSPACE, Vector, ETAS) to validate the software directly on the target ECUs.
  • Develop and maintain scripts (Python) for test automation and results analysis.
  • Analyze network communication logs (using tools like Vector CANoe / CANalyzer) to perform root-cause analysis of bugs and implement quick fixes.
  • Collaborate closely with system architects, application developers, and integration teams to ensure seamless deployment.

Profile / Requirements

• Education: Master's or Engineering Degree in Embedded Systems, Electronics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in embedded software development and validation, preferably within the automotive, aerospace, or railway industries.

Required Technical Skills

• Excellent proficiency in C and C++ programming within a real-time environment (RTOS).
• Solid hands-on experience with HIL testing environments (e.g., dSPACE, ControlDesk) and SIL validation.
• Strong understanding of automotive vehicle networks: CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet.
• Proficiency with network simulation and analysis tools (Vector CANoe, CANalyzer).
• Strong scripting skills, ideally in Python, for test automation.

Nice-to-Have (Bonus Skills)

• Knowledge of the AUTOSAR architecture (Classic or Adaptive) and configuration tools (DaVinci, Elektrobit, etc.).
• Familiarity with functional safety standards (ISO 26262) and cybersecurity (ISO 21434).
• Experience working with CI/CD pipelines (Git, Jenkins, Jira).

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills on complex systems.
• Proactive, autonomous, and a great team player.
• Fluent English is mandatory (written and spoken) to evolve in an international project environment. French and Dutch are a plus.

Benefits

• A permanent contract with a competitive salary and benefits package.
• The opportunity to work on tomorrow's mobility technologies (autonomous, connected, and electric vehicles).