Basic Software Engineer – Embedded Dev & HIL/SIL Validation

Nalys Group; Sint-Pieters-Woluwe; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Nalys Group in Belgium is seeking skilled Basic Software Engineers for a long-term project with a leading automotive client. You will work on both software development and validation, covering embedded C/C++ in real-time systems and MCAL integration.

You will design BSW modules, implement CAN/LIN/Ethernet stacks, perform SIL/HIL testing, write Python scripts for automation, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust, safe software in a fast-paced, international environment.

Qualifications

• Master's or Engineering Degree in Embedded Systems, Electronics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of embedded software development and validation experience.
• Experience in automotive, aerospace, or railway industries is preferred.
• Fluent English required; French and Dutch are a plus.
• Strong knowledge of MISRA C/C++ and real-time embedded systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and configure Basic Software modules in C/C++ for real-time embedded systems.
• Develop low-level drivers and MCAL configuration.
• Implement automotive communication stacks (CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet) and diagnostics (UDS, OBD).
• Ensure CI with MISRA C/C++ and functional safety guidelines.
• Design and execute SIL, and HIL tests; develop Python scripts for test automation.
• Analyze network logs with Vector tools to perform root-cause analysis.
• Collaborate with system architects, app developers, and integration teams.

Skills

Fluent English

Team player

Proactive/autonomous

Strong analytical skills

Education

Master's or Engineering Degree in Embedded Systems, Electronics, Computer Science, or a related field

Tools

C/C++

RTOS

HIL testing (dSPACE, Vector, ETAS)

ControlDesk

CAN/LIN/Automotive Ethernet

UDS/OBD

MISRA C/C++

Python

Vector CANoe / CANalyzer

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.

Le poste :

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.

1. 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.

2. 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.

Profil recherché :

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.