Embedded Software Engineer

Payter B.V.; Rotterdam; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days

Pension

Complimentary lunch

Hybrid work

Job summary

Payter is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to design, develop, and implement software for our payment terminals. You will translate requirements into clear designs and collaborate with hardware engineers to build scalable platforms that power millions of transactions.

The role offers a challenging, fast‑growing international environment, opportunities to advance technical skills, and a flexible hybrid working arrangement with a focus on delivering high‑quality embedded solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Embedded Systems, or a related technical field.
• Strong knowledge of C and Android; Java is a plus.
• Experience developing embedded applications and drivers across various platforms.
• Extensive collaboration with hardware engineers throughout platform development.
• Proficiency in version control and release management practices.
• Independent, proactive mindset with creative problem-solving.
• Nice to have knowledge of GPRS, contactless apps, or mobile app development.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement high-quality embedded software and drivers for payment terminals across multiple platforms.
• Translate customer and business requirements into robust functional designs.
• Set up and maintain development and build environments to optimize engineering workflows.
• Evaluate and adopt new development tooling to improve software processes.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to build scalable platforms and troubleshoot integration issues.
• Conduct thorough code reviews, including third‑party vendor work.
• Continuously learn new technologies and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

C

Android

Java

Embedded systems

Hardware collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science / Embedded Systems

Tools

Version control

Release management

Job description

We are growing rapidly and constantly expanding our global contactless payment ecosystem. To support this momentum, we are looking for a proactive Embedded Software Engineer to take ownership of designing, developing, and implementing software for our state-of-the-art payment terminals.

In this role, you will be the driving force behind turning business needs into reality, starting by translating requirements into clear, functional designs. You will work closely with our hardware engineers and the broader technical team to build the platforms that power millions of transactions worldwide. This is an exceptional opportunity for a creative engineer who enjoys solving complex hardware-software integration challenges and wants to continuously develop their skills in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement high-quality embedded software and drivers for our cutting-edge payment terminals across various platforms.
• Translate customer and business requirements into robust functional designs.
• Set up and maintain the development and build environments, ensuring a smooth and efficient engineering workflow.
• Evaluate and implement new development tooling to continuously improve our software engineering processes.
• Collaborate closely with hardware developers to build scalable platforms, skillfully troubleshooting and resolving any technical issues that arise during integration.
• Review and assess code, ensuring high quality standards are met, including evaluating deliverables from external subcontractors.
• Continuously challenge yourself to acquire new knowledge, explore new technologies, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

About Payter

At Payter, we are innovators, pioneers, and leaders in the dynamic realm of unattended/self-service contactless and cashless payment technology in a wide range of markets such as Electrical Vehicle Charging, Transportation, Retail, Hospitality, Vending, Charity, Parking, and beyond. The adaptable Payter platform accommodates a diverse range of payment technologies (NFC, EMV, ApplePay, GooglePay, etc.), international banking processes, closed-loop payment and loyalty schemes, and telemetry.

Through continuous innovation and in-house development, we redefine how vendors connect with their customers, empowering them to boost revenue, enhance user experiences, and access real-time sales and performance data. We support a broad range of technologies, from Contact & Contactless EMV, Mifare, WiFi, 5G, Bluetooth, Touch Screens and more. Our state-of-the-art products have an extremely long service life, are of high quality, compliant with multiple international standards, boast great design, are user-friendly for all, multifunctional, and easy to integrate.

Examples of successful collaborations include:

• EV Charging: Fastned, Shell, BP, Ionity, Alfen, EVBOX
• Cashless Charity Donations: Hartstichting, WWF, Save the Children, Royal British Legion
• Food & Drink Vending: Coca Cola, Lavazza, Starbucks, Jacobs Douwe Egberts, Costa, Heineken, Maas International, Franke, WMF, Wurlitzer, Selecta
• Hospitality & Public Locations: Compass Group, Sodexo, Albron, TU Delft, TU Eindhoven
• Gaming & Entertainment: Pinball, Slot Machines, Gaming Arcades, Efteling

• You hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Embedded Systems, or a related technical field.
• You have strong, proven knowledge of C and Android (this is required), while knowledge of Java is a strong plus.
• You possess solid knowledge and hands‑on experience developing embedded applications and drivers across various platforms.
• You have extensive experience in platform development, working seamlessly alongside hardware engineers.
• You are skilled in version control and release management practices.
• You are highly independent, proactive, and consistently bring new, creative ideas to the table.
• You are capable of conducting thorough code reviews, including those of third‑party vendors or subcontractors.
• You ideally have knowledge of GPRS, contactless applications, or mobile phone applications (this is a nice‑to‑have).

What We Offer

• A challenging role with highly varied work in a successful, young, and fast‑growing international organization.
• 25 vacation days + 12 balance days per year for an optimal work‑life balance.
• Attractive pension scheme with just 3.6% employee contribution, we cover the rest.
• Enjoy complimentary lunch at the office every day.
• A flexible hybrid working environment.