Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Hottinger Brüel & Kjaer GmbH; Darmstadt; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Freedom with responsibility

Job summary

Hottinger Brüel & Kjær GmbH in Darmstadt is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to design, develop, test, and maintain firmware for DAQ systems. You will collaborate with Architects, Product Owners and cross-functional teams, working with C++ to build scalable software and drive automated testing and CI.

The role emphasises robust solutions and continuous platform evolution within HBK. Join a multidisciplinary engineering team in a global HBK environment, contributing to roadmap

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience designing and developing complex C++ applications.
• Strong understanding of software architecture, OO design, design patterns, and modern software practices.
• Experience with automated testing, continuous integration, and agile development methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded C++ applications for data acquisition, measurement, and engineering workflows.
• Collaborate with architects, product management, hardware teams, and software engineers to deliver integrated solutions.
• Perform code reviews, debugging, troubleshooting, and performance optimization while supporting long-term maintenance and improvement of software products and architectures.

Skills

C++ development

Embedded systems

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Code reviews

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in CS/EE/Physics

Tools

CI/CD

Automated testing

Job description

The Senior Embedded Software Engineer (m/f/d) is responsible for the design, development, testing, and maintenance of firmware for complex DAQ (Data Acquisition) systems. The role delivers high-quality, reliable, and scalable embedded software solutions aligned with system requirements and established architecture.

Working closely with Architects, Product Owners, and cross-functional engineering teams, the Senior Embedded Software Engineer develops new features, optimizes existing solutions, resolves technical challenges, and contributes to the continuous evolution of the DAQ platform. The role also participates in technical reviews, technology evaluations, and roadmap execution to ensure innovative and robust products. This role is based in Darmstadt.

Key Responsibilities

• C++ Application Development

  Design, develop, and maintain embedded C++ applications for data acquisition, measurement, and engineering workflows.

  Create scalable, maintainable, and reusable software components while contributing to the evolution of application frameworks and user experiences.

• Technical Collaboration & Innovation

  Collaborate with architects, product management, hardware teams, and software engineers to deliver integrated solutions.

  Participate in technical discussions, design reviews, requirements analysis, and technology evaluations, contributing to product innovation and future platform evolution.

• Software Excellence & Product Lifecycle

  Develop robust, testable, and maintainable software using modern C++ practices and test-driven development.

  Perform code reviews, debugging, troubleshooting, and performance optimization while supporting the long-term maintenance and continuous improvement of software products, architectures, and development processes.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
• Strong experience in designing and developing complex C++ applications (typically 5+ years).
• Solid understanding of software architecture, object-oriented design principles, design patterns, and modern software engineering practices.
• Experience with automated testing, continuous integration, and agile development methodologies.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with AI-assisted development tools, modern software engineering practices, and leveraging AI to improve developer productivity and software quality.
• Domain knowledge in Test & Measurement, Data Acquisition (DAQ), sensor technologies, or engineering software is a strong advantage.
• Understanding of physical quantities, measurement systems, signal processing, or scientific/industrial applications is considered a plus.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary engineering teams.

We Offer

Freedom with responsibility is the framework for HBK’s employees. This allows for a good balance between work and family life and for constant development of professional and personal skills in an international and enjoyable working environment.

One company – HBK

On 1 January 2019, Brüel & Kjær and HBM merged their activities into a new company called HBK (Hottinger Brüel & Kjær). With more than 3,500 employees worldwide and production facilities in Denmark, Germany, the UK, the USA, China and Portugal and presence in 80 countries, HBK is a leading player in the test and measurement area. For further info please visit www.hbkworld.com.