Cyber Physical Systems Engineer

Atlas Copco Group Co.,Ltd; Antwerpen; Hybrid; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Job summary

Atlas Copco Group in Wilrijk is seeking an embedded software engineer to design, implement, and evolve high-performance embedded platforms for industrial control systems. You will work in a hybrid model, contributing to low-level software in C, C++, or Rust within Linux environments, and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams.

The role emphasizes debugging, root-cause analyses, CI/CD, automated testing, and adherence to quality standards while participating in architectural reviews and

Qualifications

• Experience in embedded software development using C, C++, or Rust.
• Understanding of OS internals, RTOS, embedded architectures, and Linux development environments.
• Familiarity with software design principles, OO design, and modeling techniques; Python scripting is an asset.
• From entry-level to several years of hands-on embedded software engineering experience.
• Strong analytical problem-solving, curiosity, learning agility, and continuous improvement mindset.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and teamwork skills with ownership and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, test, and evolve embedded software platforms across product lines.
• Develop and enhance low-level embedded components in Linux-based environments.
• Conduct root-cause analyses and implement preventive actions; support CI/CD and automated testing.
• Participate in architectural design reviews and maintain technical specifications.
• Support recurring release activities to ensure long-term platform reliability.

Skills

Embedded software development

RTOS & Linux

Software design principles

Python scripting

Analytical problem solving

Communication & teamwork

C/C++/Rust

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS/SE/Electronics/Embedded Systems

Job description

Your role

Are you a passionate software engineer with a strong interest in cyber-physical systems, real-time operating systems, and embedded platform development? Do you want to build high-performance, reliable software platforms that power industrial control systems across Atlas Copco’s global product lines?

What does an embedded software developer do at the Atlas Copco Group in Wilrijk?

Working within the Operating System & System Software department and reporting to the Team Manager, you will contribute to the design, implementation, testing, and evolution of embedded software platforms used across our product portfolio. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, maintainable software throughout the full product lifecycle.

Your daily flow involves developing and enhancing low-level embedded software components in C, C++, or Rust within Linux-based environments. You will troubleshoot software issues from early development testing through to field support, perform root-cause analyses, and implement preventive actions. Applying engineering best practices, such as code reviews, continuous integration (CI/CD), and automated testing—you ensure strict compliance with quality standards. Additionally, you will participate in architectural design reviews, maintain technical specifications, and support recurring release activities to ensure long-term platform reliability. You will work via our hybrid model at our facility in Wilrijk.

To succeed, you will need

At Atlas Copco Group, our slogan for various positions is "hire for attitude & train for skill". We train you for these positions through on-the-job-training. Do you only partly meet the profile as outlined below? No problem! We still encourage you to apply and take this opportunity. Who knows, on-the-job-training may be available for you for this position.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Embedded Systems, or a related technical field
• Practical knowledge of embedded software development using C, C++, or Rust
• Understanding of operating system internals, real-time operating systems (RTOS), embedded architectures, and Linux development environments
• Familiarity with software design principles, object-oriented design, and modeling techniques; scripting skills in Python are considered an asset
• From entry-level (including relevant academic or personal projects) to several years of hands‑on professional experience in embedded software engineering
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills, curiosity, learning agility, and a continuous improvement mindset
• Excellent communication, documentation, and teamwork skills with a high sense of ownership and accountability

In return, we offer you

At Atlas Copco Group you will join an international and diverse environment with specialists from different disciplines. Our culture is rooted in Swedish values, which includes a family feeling, respect and diversity. We invest in our employees' development and well-being, and we provide a flexible work-life balance. With our inclusive and caring environment, you get the support and inspiration you need to grow. Here, your ideas are embraced, and you never stop learning.

You will benefit from a comprehensive onboarding program (including guidance by a personal godmother/godfather), continuous learning opportunities through our local training center, and access to global career pathways. We offer an interesting compensation and benefits package, including health insurance, paid leave, retirement benefits, and flexible hybrid working arrangements.

At Atlas Copco Group, we encourage all qualified candidates to apply regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, philosophy, disability, age, sexual orientation, or identity.

Your job location

This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, allowing you to split your time between working remotely and being on-site at our site in Wilrijk.

Why it is great to work with us

Your career grows through your skills, your curiosity, and the people you work with. You join a global network where we learn from each other and share knowledge openly. We focus on long‑term development and encourage you to explore new ideas that help us move forward. Innovation is part of how we think and act – we test, improve, and use what we learn to create solutions that matter. You can make a meaningful impact by contributing with your insights and taking ownership of your work, supported by flexible ways of working and leaders who empower you.

Application process

Our selection process includes interviews and, for some roles, skills assessments that help us gain a deeper understanding of your profile. We look forward to getting to know you, learning about your strengths, and discussing how you can grow with us.