SW Developer with Functional Safety Expertise

Accenture Poland; Szczecin; Hybrid; PLN 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

People Lead support

Training package

EAP

Share purchase

Referral program

Medical & life insurance

Worksmile access

Job summary

Accenture Poland is seeking an experienced embedded software engineer to develop safety‑relevant low‑level software for SoC‑based automotive platforms within an ISO 26262 process. You will implement bootloaders, hypervisor integration layers, and OS/BSP functionality.

You will maintain traceability, contribute to design and code reviews, and work in a safety‑critical environment with MISRA compliance. The role offers flexible work location with remote/onsite options and opportunities for

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in embedded or low-level software development.
• Strong C/C++ programming skills.
• Experience with embedded software: bare-metal, RTOS, or hypervisor environments.
• Familiarity with ISO 26262 software development requirements.
• Experience with SoC-based platforms and low-level software components.
• Communicative English enabling effective collaboration within international teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop safety-relevant low-level software for SoC-based automotive platforms within a structured ISO 26262 software development process.
• Implement and review software components including bootloaders, hypervisor integration layers, and OS/BSP-level functionality.
• Implement and verify safety mechanisms defined by the safety architecture, including MPU configuration, error handling, watchdog management, and related platform safety features.
• Maintain traceability between requirements, implementation, verification activities, and test artifacts.
• Contribute to software unit design, interface documentation, and code reviews with a focus on functional safety, freedom from interference, and MISRA compliance.

Skills

C/C++

Embedded software

ISO 26262

English communication

Tools

QNX Hypervisor

Job description

Who We Are

Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading businesses, governments, and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth, and enhance citizen services. We offer solutions and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X, and Accenture Song.

THE WORK

• Develop safety-relevant low-level software for SoC-based automotive platforms within a structured ISO 26262 software development process.
• Implement and review software components including bootloaders, hypervisor integration layers, and OS/BSP-level functionality.
• Implement and verify safety mechanisms defined by the safety architecture, including MPU configuration, error handling, watchdog management, and related platform safety features.
• Maintain traceability between requirements, implementation, verification activities, and test artifacts.
• Contribute to software unit design, interface documentation, and code reviews with a focus on functional safety, freedom from interference, and MISRA compliance.

Flexible: The work location for this role may include a mix of working remotely, onsite at a client or in an Accenture office, depending on specific project circumstances. With all our roles, there is some in-person time for collaboration, learning and building relationships with clients, peers, leaders, and communities. As an employer, we will be as flexible as possible to support your specific work/life needs.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Work on advanced automotive software solutions for next-generation embedded platforms.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers in a safety-critical development environment.
• Expand your expertise in functional safety standards, embedded software architecture, and platform technologies.
• Participate in projects that support continuous learning, are driven by challenges, and provide opportunities for professional growth and ongoing skill development.
• Gain exposure to modern virtualization, operating system, and hardware safety concepts used in complex embedded systems.

Here’s What You’ll Need

• Minimum 4 years of experience in embedded or low-level software development.
• Strong programming skills in C/C++.
• Hands‑on experience developing software for embedded systems, including bare‑metal, RTOS, or hypervisor-based environments.
• Familiarity with ISO 26262 software development requirements and the ability to work effectively within a safety-compliant development process.
• Experience working with SoC-based platforms and low-level software components.
• Communicative English enabling effective collaboration within international teams.

Bonus Points If You Have

• Experience with QNX Hypervisor or similar virtualization technologies.
• Knowledge of hardware safety features such as MPU, ECC, lockstep architectures, or comparable mechanisms.
• Experience with safety-critical software verification and validation activities.
• Understanding of automotive software development practices and functional safety concepts.
• Familiarity with MISRA compliance and safety-focused code review processes.

Research indicates that some candidates, especially the most diverse ones, may hesitate to apply for positions if they don't meet all requirements. If you believe you possess the necessary skills, even if not meeting every requirement, we wholeheartedly encourage you to submit your application.

What We Offer?

• A permanent employment contract.
• Individual support of a People Lead and a structured path of professional development, including the possibility of coaching sessions.
• A wide training package, including technical, soft skills, language learning, certifications, e-learning platforms, and GenAI training.
• Employee Assistance Program providing legal, financial, and psychological consultations.
• Employee share purchase opportunities for eligible employees.
• Paid employee referral program.
• Private medical care and life insurance.
• Access to the Worksmile platform and additional employee benefits.

What We Believe

Accenture does not discriminate against employment candidates based on race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, national origin, political beliefs, trade union membership, ethnicity, denominator, sexual orientation, or any other basis impermissible under Polish law. All our leaders are committed to building a better, stronger, and more durable company for future generations to create positive, long-lasting change. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to our culture and core values. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative and creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. Our position as a partner to many of the world’s leading businesses, organizations, and governments affords us both an extraordinary opportunity and a tremendous responsibility to make a difference. Sustainability is one of our greatest responsibilities, and we embed it into everything we do and for everyone we work with.