Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Placements24; Queenstown; In loco; NZD 120.000 - 170.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Pension fund

Relocation assistance

Professional development

On-site labs

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer in Queenstown to design, implement, and test firmware for cutting-edge embedded systems. You will work closely with hardware engineers, optimize real-time performance, and ensure robust, low-latency operation across devices.

The role requires deep low-level programming knowledge, experience with RTOSs like FreeRTOS or VxWorks, and strong debugging skills. Relocation support is available for the right candidate.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in a related engineering field.
• 5+ years of embedded software development experience.
• Strong C/C++ programming and RTOS expertise.

Mansioni

• Design, develop, and debug embedded software for microcontrollers and RTOS-based systems.
• Integrate device drivers and firmware for hardware components.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to define system requirements and interfaces.

Conoscenze

C/C++ programming

RTOS experience

Debugging/diagnostics

Teamwork/communication

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related

Strumenti

JTAG debugging

Oscilloscopes

Git version control

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a world-renowned manufacturer of advanced industrial automation systems, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join their innovative R&D team in Queenstown, Eastern Cape . This role is integral to the design, development, and testing of firmware for cutting-edge embedded systems. You will be responsible for creating highly reliable, efficient, and real-time software solutions that power complex machinery and control systems. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of low-level programming, real-time operating systems, and hardware-software integration, coupled with a passion for solving challenging engineering problems. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on sophisticated projects with a significant impact on industrial technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and debug embedded software for microcontrollers and embedded systems.
• Write efficient, low-level C/C++ code for real-time applications.
• Develop and integrate device drivers and firmware for various hardware components.
• Work closely with hardware engineers to define system requirements and ensure seamless hardware-software integration.
• Develop and maintain real-time operating system (RTOS) based applications.
• Implement communication protocols (e.g., I2C, SPI, UART, CAN).
• Perform thorough testing, debugging, and validation of embedded software.
• Optimize software for performance, memory usage, and power consumption.
• Contribute to system architecture design and technical documentation.
• Stay abreast of emerging embedded technologies and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in embedded software development.
• Proficiency in C and C++ programming languages.
• Strong experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) such as FreeRTOS, VxWorks, or equivalent.
• Experience with embedded debugging tools and techniques (e.g., JTAG, oscilloscopes).
• Familiarity with various microcontroller architectures (e.g., ARM Cortex-M).
• Understanding of hardware-software interfaces and protocols.
• Experience with version control systems (Git).
• Knowledge of testing methodologies for embedded systems.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance and pension fund.
• Opportunities for professional development, including specialized training and conferences.
• Exposure to cutting-edge industrial automation technologies.
• A stable and well-established company with a strong reputation.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Relocation assistance to the friendly city of Queenstown, Eastern Cape .
• Employee assistance programs and wellness initiatives.
• On-site technical facilities and labs.
• Contribute to innovation in a critical industrial sector.