Software Engineer

Tait Communications; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flu vaccinations

Extra sick leave

Onsite parking

Gym access

Cafe onsite

Long service benefits

Social club

Job summary

Tait Communications, based in Christchurch, is seeking an embedded software engineer to design, develop and maintain firmware for mission‑critical radio products. You’ll work across the stack, contribute to platform software and core firmware, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams in an agile environment.

You will bring a strong background in embedded firmware for commercial products, C/C++, and experience with wireless tech such as Bluetooth or Wi‑Fi.

Qualifications

• Proven experience developing embedded firmware for commercial products.
• Solid understanding of C/C++ and real-time systems.
• Experience with wireless technologies such as Bluetooth or Wi‑Fi is valuable.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded firmware for mobile and portable radio products.
• Contribute to platform software, system architecture and core firmware components.
• Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve complex issues across the software stack.
• Integrate wireless technologies, audio systems, and peripheral interfaces.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver features and enhancements.
• Drive continuous improvement in software quality and development practices.

Skills

C/C++

Embedded firmware

Embedded systems

Debugging

Wireless tech

Agile teamwork

Tools

RTOS

Bluetooth

Wi-Fi

Device drivers

Job description

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We're looking for a Software Engineer to join our Terminals Team, a collaborative group of around 30 software developers and testers responsible for the software that powers our mission-critical radio solutions. Our products are trusted by emergency services, utilities, and enterprise organisations around the world, helping people stay connected when communication matters most.

This role is ideal for a versatile embedded software engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and working across different layers of a product's software architecture. You'll have the opportunity to contribute throughout the stack, although a strong interest in platform and low-level firmware development would be particularly valuable.

From working close to hardware and optimising system performance, to integrating wireless technologies and addressing system-level challenges, you'll play an important role in shaping the capability, reliability, and future direction of our products. You'll join an experienced team that values technical excellence, collaboration, and building high-quality solutions that perform in demanding real-world environments.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded firmware for mobile and portable radio products.
  
• Contribute to the design and evolution of platform software, system architecture, and core firmware components.
  
• Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve complex technical issues across the software stack.
  
• Integrate and support technologies such as wireless communications, audio systems, and peripheral interfaces.
  
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver new features and product enhancements.
  
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including software quality, development practices, and technical processes.

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You'll be an embedded software engineer who enjoys solving technical problems and delivering high-quality products. You'll bring a strong technical foundation, a practical approach to development, and a passion for building reliable solutions that make a real-world impact.

You will bring:

• Proven experience developing embedded firmware for commercial products.
  
• Strong programming skills in C/C++
  
• Experience developing software for embedded and real-time systems.
  
• A solid understanding of software design principles, debugging, and problem-solving techniques.
  
• Experience working across different layers of a software architecture, from platform-level code through to application functionality.
  
• The ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in an agile development environment.
  
• Experience with Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, audio technologies, or other wireless communications would be highly regarded.
  
• Exposure to radio communications systems, device drivers, or hardware-near software development would be an advantage.
  
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Ngā painga - What's in it for you?

We are an employer that is committed to making a difference for families and communities and supporting people to build rewarding careers. We achieve this through employing people who connect with our Values (Commitment to listen. Courage to Act and Integrity to Deliver) that underpin our way of working together. We are committed to investing in our people, developing both individuals and teams to support a high-performance culture.

• We prioritise your wellbeing through health insurance, annual flu vaccinations and extra sick leave in your first year.
  
• We provide a comfortable work environment through modern office facilities with free onsite parking, gym, and café.
  
• We recognise your commitment through long service benefits.
  
• We balance work with fun through our active social club!

About Us

For more than 50 years, Tait Communications has been designing, delivering, and supporting critical communications networks for public safety, transportation and utility customers around the world. Founded in Christchurch by Sir Angus Tait, we now have a network of customers and offices that spans the globe.

Our employees value being part of a creative team committed to providing technological solutions that make a real difference to the communities we support. By joining Tait, you'll be joining a community of people with a wealth of knowledge and expertise, who care deeply about their work and the genuine impact it has for our customers, and who support each other to grow and develop.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement

Tait Communications is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to succeed.
We are encourage applications from all backgrounds to apply.

For more information about the company, our products and solutions offered to our customers, please visit our website: www.taitcommunications.com

We encourage applications from all backgrounds to apply.