R&D Senior Engineer - Control Software Design/Embedded

Daikin Malaysia Sdn Bhd; Sungai Buloh; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HVAC company in Malaysia is seeking a Senior Engineer, Control Software to join their R&D team. You will develop embedded software for HVAC products and IoT platforms, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate on innovative solutions. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in programming, with a degree in Engineering and relevant experience in IoT product development.

Benefits

Opportunities for career growth

Global R&D environment

Innovative and collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in embedded software or IoT product development.
• Hands-on experience with microcontroller peripherals, RTOS, and IoT protocols.

Responsibilities

• Develop & Optimize embedded software for HVAC products and IoT platforms.
• Review & Improve software designs and coding standards.
• Mentor & Guide junior engineers.

Skills

Programming skills in C/C++

Knowledge of IoT systems

Problem-solving ability

Effective communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Mechatronic Engineering

Tools

Microcontroller peripherals

RTOS

IoT protocols (Wi-Fi, BLE, MQTT, TCP/IP)

Job description

Engineer smarter. Build better. Power the future of HVAC & IoT.

We’re looking for a Senior Engineer, Control Software to join our dynamic R&D team. If you love turning complex requirements into clean, reliable code and want to work on products that shape how people live and work around the world, this is your chance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop & Optimize embedded software for HVAC products and IoT platforms.
• Enhance & Modify existing modules to improve performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Test & Verify software to ensure compliance with performance, safety, and reliability standards.
• Review & Improve software designs, coding standards, and testing processes to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Collaborate & Innovate with cross-functional teams and external partners to integrate the latest technologies.
• Manage & Coordinate projects with vendors and partners, ensuring on-time delivery and smooth system integration.
• Learn & Apply advanced R&D practices through technology transfer from Daikin Headquarters.
• Mentor & Guide junior engineers, supporting their growth and sharing technical expertise.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Mechatronic Engineering (CGPA >= 3.0 / Second Upper or above).
• Minimum 2 years of experience in embedded software or IoT product development.
• Strong programming skills in C/C++ for embedded systems, and/or Python/Java for IoT platforms.
• Hands‑on experience with microcontroller peripherals (GPIO, ADC, PWM, External Interrupt, UART, I2C), RTOS, and IoT protocols (Wi‑Fi, BLE, MQTT, TCP/IP).
• Strong problem‑solving ability, proactive attitude, and effective communication skills.
• Knowledge of IoT ecosystems, cloud platforms, and mobile app integration is a plus.
• Experience in vendor management, project tracking, or cross‑company collaboration is an advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor juniors and contribute to a collaborative, growth‑focused team culture.

Why Join Us?

• Work on cutting‑edge HVAC and IoT solutions used by millions worldwide.
• Be part of a global R&D environment that values innovation and knowledge sharing.
• Enjoy opportunities to grow your career through mentorship, collaboration, and international exposure.
• Join a team where your code powers comfort, efficiency, and sustainability.

Ready to engineer the future? Apply now and let’s build something remarkable together.