Embedded Software & Firmware Engineer (m/f/d)

Advantest Europe GmbH; Duisburg; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

30 vacation days

Mobile working

Bonus program

Bike leasing

Job summary

Advantest Europe GmbH in Duisburg is seeking an Embedded Software & Firmware Engineer (m/f/d) to develop and maintain low-level software for automated test systems. You will work in C/C++ on embedded platforms, create device drivers, and integrate hardware interfaces, with Python scripting to boost productivity.

You will collaborate with hardware, software, and product teams across the product lifecycle, support FPGA integration, and contribute to verification and documentation, while enjoying

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a technical discipline and relevant embedded software experience.
• Strong C/C++ programming for embedded systems.
• Experience with Linux-based development and hardware interfaces.
• Fluent English communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop embedded software and firmware in C/C++ for test systems.
• Create device drivers and hardware control interfaces.
• Develop Python/Linux scripts to automate tasks.
• Support system bring-up, integration, and validation across hardware and software.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and document technical work.
• Support FPGA integration and verification.

Skills

C/C++

Embedded systems

Linux scripting

English communication

Education

Master's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Tools

Vivado

Quartus

Libero

Python

Job description

Embedded Software & Firmware Engineer (m/f/d)

Advantest Europe GmbH Duisburg Vollzeit Home-Office

Advantest - We enable tomorrowʻs technology.

Market leader Hightech-High-tech semiconductors International impact IoT, 5G and Artificial Intelligence. Unthinkable without us. More than half of all the microchips produced worldwide first pass through our hands. As the global market leader of automated test systems in the semiconductor industry we help the world to realize the digital transformation, enable our customers to shape the future and offer you the exciting jobs intended for pioneers.

Your Responsibilities

Develop embedded software and firmware solutions in C/C++ for automated silicon validation and test systems. Design, implement, debug, and maintain low-level software, device drivers, and hardware control interfaces. Create automation, testing, and verification tools using Python and Linux scripting to improve development efficiency and product quality. Support system bring-up, integration, troubleshooting, and validation activities across hardware and software components. Collaborate with hardware, software, and product engineering teams throughout the product development lifecycle and contribute to technical documentation. Support FPGA integration, debugging, and verification activities, including implementation and validation of FPGA-based functionality.

Your Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Embedded Systems, Computer Science, or a comparable technical discipline. Relevant professional experience in embedded software, firmware development, or closely related engineering fields. Strong programming skills in C/C++ and practical experience developing software for embedded systems. Experience working in Linux-based development environments, including scripting and debugging of hardware-near software solutions. Good understanding of digital hardware concepts, electronic schematics, communication interfaces, and hardware-software integration. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, hands‑on mentality, ability to take ownership of technical challenges, and effective collaboration within international and cross‑functional teams. Fluent English communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of FPGA development using VHDL and/or Verilog, including FPGA debugging and verification. Experience with FPGA development environments such as Vivado, Quartus, Libero, or similar toolchains. Experience with Python for automation, testing, and development support. Experience with hardware bring-up, system integration, device drivers, embedded Linux, and laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes or logic analyzers. Familiarity with Agile development methodologies, version control systems, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing environments. German language skills and experience in semiconductor validation, instrumentation, automated test equipment, or related high-technology environments.

Our offer

• Flexibility: Flexible and trust-based working hours, 30 vacation days + option for additional vacation days, mobile working, individual part-time models and programs for extended periods of absence
• Benefits: Attractive salary, share in Advantest´s success through our exceptionally appealing bonus program as well as numerous subsidies, discounts and offerings (e.g. bike leasing)
• Development: Structured onboarding programs and mentoring, development discussions, technical and soft skill trainings, language courses and knowledge sessions
• Fitness: Ergonomic working environment, sports and fitness options and events (e.g. Global Challenge) as well as health days
• Security: Attractive company pension scheme, comprehensive insurance coverage and support in emergency situations

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Contact

If you have any questions, Anna Fritz will be happy to answer them.

Advantest Anna Fritz Böblingen +49 (0) 7031.435.7103.