Software Engineer

United States Digital Space LLC; Woerden; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Hybrid work

Flexible hours

International team environment

8% holiday allowance

Bonus plan

Pension 50/50

Insurance discounts

Job summary

Motion Controls International in Woerden, Netherlands, seeks an Embedded Software Engineer to design, develop, integrate, and validate software for automotive actuator control systems. You will collaborate with hardware, systems, and validation teams to deliver robust software solutions.

Responsibilities include bootloader development, HALs, unit testing, and embedded debugging. A hybrid work model is offered, with one day per week from home.

Qualifications

• Degree in Software, Computer, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems or related field.
• Strong experience in Automotive Embedded Software Development.
• Expert knowledge of bare-metal Embedded C; C++ a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, integrate, and validate embedded software for automotive actuators.
• Develop bootloaders, HALs, and low-level software components.
• Work with hardware, systems, and validation engineers to ensure quality.

Skills

Bare-metal Embedded C

C++

Bootloader development

LIN communication

CAN

HAL development

Software integration

Unit testing

Embedded debugging tools

Automotive software

Education

Degree in Software, Computer, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems

Tools

CAN debugging tools

Microcontrollers

Embedded tooling

Job description

the company is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.

A career at the company offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.

Job Summary

Motion Controls International (MCI), a the company company, is the global market leader in mirror glass and power-folding actuators. As part of our continued growth, MCI is expanding its portfolio into advanced automotive actuation solutions, including Active Aerodynamics and Motor Cooling Management systems.

To support our next generation of automotive products, we are looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to join our team in Woerden, Netherlands.

In this role, you will be responsible for the design, development, integration, and validation of embedded software for automotive actuator control systems. You will work closely with hardware, systems, and validation engineers to deliver robust, high-quality software solutions for innovative automotive applications.

What a typical day looks like

• Develop and maintain embedded software using bare-metal Embedded C (C++ is a plus).
• Design, implement, and debug bootloaders for embedded automotive systems.
• Develop and maintain Hardware Abstraction Layers (HAL) and low-level software components.
• Implement and troubleshoot LIN communication interfaces (CAN experience is an advantage).
• Perform software integration, debugging, and root cause analysis on embedded systems.
• Develop and execute unit tests and support software verification activities.
• Collaborate closely with hardware and systems engineers to ensure successful product integration.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, ensuring compliance with coding standards and quality requirements.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of software development practices.
• Support product development from concept through validation and production release.

The experience we're looking to add to our team

• Degree in Software, Computer, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, or a related field.
• Strong experience in Automotive Embedded Software Development.
• Expert knowledge of bare-metal Embedded C, with C++ considered a plus.
• Hands‑on experience with bootloader development, integration, and debugging.
• Experience with LIN communication, microcontrollers, and embedded debugging tools (CAN is a plus).
• Proven experience developing Hardware Abstraction Layers (HAL) and performing software integration, debugging, and unit testing.
• Knowledge of DC motor control, control loop implementation, and automotive software development processes such as ASPICE.
• Strong focus on software quality, maintainability, technical documentation, and code reviews.
• Proactive problem‑solver with high ownership, accountability, an agile mindset, and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.

What you'll receive for the great work you provide

• Development opportunities and clear career growth paths.
• Be part of a collaborative engineering team developing innovative automotive technologies.
• Open culture where ideas and continuous improvement are encouraged.
• Diverse work with broad technical responsibilities.
• Flexible working hours.
• Hybrid working model (1 day per week working from home).
• Professional and international work environment.
• 8% holiday allowance.
• Bonus plan.
• Discount on selected insurance packages.
• 50/50 pension contribution.

This role is open to both internal and external applicants.

the company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [e-mail] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at the company, you must complete the application process first).