Senior Embedded Systems Engineer

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 77,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work

Home office allowance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Embedded Systems Engineer to join a fully remote team. You will design, develop, and test firmware for sophisticated embedded hardware, collaborating with a distributed group from anywhere in South Africa.

The role requires 6+ years of embedded systems experience, strong C/C++ skills, RTOS and embedded Linux, and proficiency with hardware debugging tools. This is a high-impact position with flexible hours and a competitive package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 6+ years of professional embedded systems development experience.
• Proficient in C/C++ for embedded environments.
• Experience with RTOS and embedded Linux.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and debug firmware for microcontrollers and embedded systems.
• Implement low-level drivers and optimize software for performance and resource constraints.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to define system architecture and integration strategies.
• Develop and execute unit and integration tests for embedded software.
• Troubleshoot complex hardware-software integration issues in a remote setting.
• Contribute to code reviews, documentation, and process improvements.

Skills

C/C++ for embedded

RTOS

Embedded Linux

Hardware debugging tools

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in EE/CE or related

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

Job description

About the Role

Our client is revolutionizing the tech landscape and is looking for an exceptional Senior Embedded Systems Engineer to join their fully remote team. You will be instrumental in the design, development, and testing of firmware and embedded software for our next-generation electronic products. Working from anywhere in South Africa, you will collaborate with a talented, distributed engineering group to bring innovative hardware solutions to life. This role is perfect for a seasoned engineer who excels in remote collaboration, possesses deep technical expertise, and is passionate about creating sophisticated embedded systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and debug firmware for microcontrollers and embedded systems.
• Implement low-level drivers and optimize software for performance and resource constraints.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to define system architecture and integration strategies.
• Develop and execute comprehensive unit tests and integration tests for embedded software.
• Troubleshoot complex hardware-software integration issues in a remote setting.
• Contribute to code reviews, documentation, and the continuous improvement of development processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering , Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 6+ years of professional experience in embedded systems development.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ programming for embedded environments.
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded Linux.
• Familiarity with hardware debugging tools such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a remote, team-oriented environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote position with flexible working hours.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology with a globally connected team.
• Direct impact on product innovation and development from anywhere in South Africa .