Embedded Software Development Engineer in location Western Cape, South Africa

Baker Hughes; Wes-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 500 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative energy technology company in South Africa is seeking an Embedded Software Development Engineer. This role involves developing and optimizing embedded software for low-power systems, with a strong emphasis on C programming and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience and a relevant Engineering Degree. The company offers flexible work arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Contemporary work-life balance policies

Comprehensive private medical care

Life insurance and financial programs

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in embedded software development.
• Exceptional C programming experience and proven implementation skills.
• Experience with hardware-in-the-loop testing using Python.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize embedded software for low-power systems.
• Design, implement, and test embedded firmware for industrial applications.
• Investigate and debug technical issues to ensure seamless communication.

Skills

C programming

Embedded system architecture

Debugging

Linux systems

Python for hardware-in-the-loop testing

Education

Engineering Degree from an accredited university

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Do you enjoy solving complex problems with innovative solutions? Are you passionate about designing cutting‑edge software for the energy sector?

Join Our Team and Innovate with Technology!

We design, develop, and manufacture high quality and reliable industrial monitoring solutions. Our product development encompasses all elements of these solutions, from physical sensor design all the way through to software products that manage the sensors and their data.

Shape the Future of Embedded Software.

As an Embedded Software Development Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring our products leverage the latest technologies to deliver a seamless customer experience. You will contribute to all aspects of embedded software development, from initial design to testing and deployment.

As an Embedded Software Development Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Developing and optimizing embedded software using C for low-power ARM-based systems
• Designing, implementing, and testing embedded firmware for industrial applications.
• Investigating and debugging technical issues, ensuring seamless communication between hardware and software.
• Enhancing legacy products by troubleshooting issues, implementing improvements, and conducting rigorous testing.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation, ensure quality, and maximize efficiency.

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have 3+ years experience in embedded software development.
• Have an Engineering Degree from an accredited university.
• Have exceptional C programming experience and proven implementation skills.
• Be able to demonstrate an understanding of embedded system architecture and electronic schematics.
• Be comfortable writing unit tests to validate software functionality
• Have experience with hardware-in-the-loop testing using Python
• Be eager to work with Linux systems and expand your knowledge in embedded software.
• Show the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience using Quantum Leaps state machine will be advantageous.

Work in a way that works for you!

We recognize that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns.

• A full‑time office-based role for the first 3 months
• Hybrid role thereafter

Working with us

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well‑being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.

Working for you

Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we must push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input.

Join us, and you can expect:

• Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
• Comprehensive private medical care options
• Safety net of life insurance and programs
• Tailored financial programs

Additional elected or voluntary benefits About Us:

We are an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward – making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet.

Join Us:

Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company that values innovation and progress? Join us and become part of a team of people who will challenge and inspire you! Let’s come together and take energy forward.

Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to , , , or , , , or expression, age, , protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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