Senior Embedded Software Engineer — Test & Automation Lead

ABB E-mobility; Delft; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB E-mobility is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to own the testing backbone of our EV charging systems. You will lead design and implementation of test frameworks, create low-level Python and C++ testing solutions, and push for smarter architectures across the full product lifecycle.

Fluent English and a strong background in embedded systems are essential. You will collaborate with hardware and software teams to deliver robust, scalable testing solutions and take ownership of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, informatics, computer science, industrial science or related technical field.
• Strong understanding of embedded systems and end-to-end solution perspective.
• Proficiency in embedded Python and C/C++ with testing framework experience.
• Ability to translate requirements into technical designs and drive implementation.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of comprehensive test frameworks and solutions across the full product lifecycle.
• Provide hands-on technical leadership by building low-level Python and C++ testing solutions.
• Drive decisions when teams are blocked or trade-offs arise in test automation.
• Collaborate with requirements engineers, product owners, hardware teams, and field support to define testing requirements.
• Define testing scope, estimates, plans, and delivery priorities for new capabilities.
• Ensure maintainable frameworks and knowledge sharing across the team.
• Remain hands-on in development while guiding others to implement and automate tests.

Skills

Embedded Python

C/C++ programming

Azure DevOps

CI/CD

Shell scripting

English communication

EV charging protocols

Rust (adv)

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related technical field

Tools

Azure DevOps

Job description

ABB E-mobility is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to own the testing backbone of our EV charging systems. You will lead design and implementation of test frameworks, create low-level Python and C++ testing solutions, and push for smarter architectures across the full product lifecycle.

Fluent English and a strong background in embedded systems are essential. You will collaborate with hardware and software teams to deliver robust, scalable testing solutions and take ownership of