Principal Embedded C/C++ Engineer

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Kraków; On-site; PLN 240,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical care

Life insurance

Fitness programs

Home office stipend

Spectacles allowance

Company events

Psychological support

Free parking

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Krakow seeks a Principal Embedded C/C++ Engineer responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing software for embedded platforms with constrained resources. You will work closely with hardware engineers to understand schematics and performance constraints, and you will apply deep C/C++ expertise across real-time systems.

The role requires at least 10 years of embedded experience, OpenWRT know-how, and strong debugging skills across hardware and software layers.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of professional embedded software experience.
• Experience with OpenWRT is required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain embedded software using modern C/C++.
• Develop firmware for microcontrollers, embedded Linux systems, or RTOS-based platforms.
• Debug using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG/SWD tools, and software debuggers.
• Write robust, maintainable, and testable code following best practices and coding standards.
• Integrate with real-time operating systems or bare-metal environments.

Skills

Embedded systems

Microcontrollers

Low-level programming

Debugging

Python

Bash

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Coding standards

Real-time concepts

Tools

OpenWRT

Build systems

Toolchains

Job description

About Us

At Hitachi Energy, we recognize that our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive workplace, competitive rewards, and opportunities for professional and personal growth. Our benefits package is designed to help employees thrive both at work and in their personal lives.

Job Description

The Opportunity

Principal Embedded C/C++ Engineer

is responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing software that runs on embedded systems with constrained resources such as microcontrollers, real‑time processors, and custom hardware platforms. The role combines strong C/C++ expertise with deep understanding of hardware, real‑time constraints, low‑level debugging, and system integration.

How you’ll make impact

• Design, implement, and maintain embedded software using modern C/C++

• Develop firmware for microcontrollers, embedded Linux systems, or RTOS‑based platforms.

• Perform debugging using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG/SWD tools, and software debuggers

• Write robust, maintainable, and testable code following best practices and coding standards.

• Integrate with real‑time operating systems or bare‑metal environments.

• Work closely with hardware engineers to understand schematics, interfaces, and constraints.

Your background

• Solid understanding of embedded systems, microcontrollers, memory models, and low‑level programming concepts

  demonstrated through at least 10 years of professional experience in embedded software development.

• Experience with openWRT

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving mindset.

• Strong debugging skills across hardware and software layers.

• Knowledge of build systems and toolchains

• Ownership mentality and focus on quality and reliability.

• Scripting knowledge (Python, Bash)

More About Us

At Hitachi Energy, we recognize that our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive workplace, competitive rewards, and opportunities for professional and personal growth. Our benefits package is designed to help employees thrive both at work and in their personal lives.

Our benefits offering for this role generally includes:

• Private medical care and life insurance
• Access to fitness and wellness programs
• Access to benefits platform with discounts and perks
• Employee Capital Plans (PPK)
• Equipment for working from home or allowances for setting up a workplace at home
• Spectacles and contact lenses allowance
• Company events and team‑building activities
• Psychological support program
• Free parking available

Add if applicable: additional benefits may apply depending on the role, grade, and business requirements.

You will receive more specific information during the recruitment process.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre‑employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security‑sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.