Embedded Software Engineer

Recruitpro Solutions; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to join a fast-paced development team in Cape Town. This role involves developing embedded software, integrating with hardware systems, and contributing to an agile environment. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields and strong proficiency in C/C++. This is a fantastic opportunity for passionate individuals eager to work on impactful projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in embedded software development.
• Strong proficiency in C / C++ for embedded systems is essential.
• Participation in peer code reviews is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Develop embedded software using C / C++.
• Integrate software with hardware systems.
• Support the code certification process (DO-178 advantageous).

Skills

Embedded software development

C / C++ programming

Agile development

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electronic Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, or Computer Science

Tools

Real-time operating systems (RTOS)

Continuous Integration (CI) tools

Job description

We are looking for a talented Embedded Software Engineer to join a fast-paced and innovative development team. The ideal candidate will have experience in embedded software development using C / C++ and be comfortable working in an agile environment. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about embedded systems and eager to contribute to high-impact projects involving hardware integration and real-time systems.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop embedded software using C / C++ (non-negotiable)
• Participate in peer code reviews (non-negotiable)
• Integrate software with hardware systems
• Contribute to an agile development process
• Support the code certification process (DO-178, advantageous)
• Apply knowledge of Continuous Integration (CI) tools and practices (advantageous)

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronic Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, or Computer Science
• Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in embedded software development
• Strong proficiency in C / C++ for embedded systems (non-negotiable)
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS)
• Participation in peer code reviews (non-negotiable)
• Advantageous : experience with code certification processes (e.g. DO-178)
• Advantageous : familiarity with CI pipelines
• Own reliable transport
• Ability to work effectively within a team and independently
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving