Remote Automotive Software Engineer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 780,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Remote Automotive Software Engineer to join their product development team in South Africa. You will design, develop, and deploy software for embedded automotive systems, collaborating with hardware engineers and product managers from a home office.

The role requires 3+ years in embedded software, proficiency in C/C++, Python or Java, RTOS experience, and familiarity with CAN/LIN or Automotive Ethernet.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of professional software development experience with embedded systems or automotive software.
• Proficiency in C, C++, Python, or Java.
• Experience with RTOS and embedded systems development.
• Familiarity with automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet) is a plus.
• Strong SDLC and Agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy software for automotive embedded systems and applications.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers, system architects, and product managers using remote collaboration tools.
• Write clean, well-documented, maintainable code adhering to coding standards.
• Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and integration testing to ensure software quality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects reported from testing or production environments.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of software development processes and methodologies.
• Stay current with emerging automotive technologies and software engineering best practices.

Skills

C

C++

Python

Java

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

RTOS

CAN

Automotive Ethernet

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and motivated Remote Automotive Software Engineer to join their innovative product development team. This position offers the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa, focusing on designing, developing, and implementing cutting-edge software solutions for the automotive industry. You will contribute to projects involving embedded systems, vehicle diagnostics, infotainment systems, or autonomous driving technologies. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced engineer who thrives in a remote-first environment, values collaboration through digital tools, and is passionate about shaping the future of mobility from the comfort of their own home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy software for automotive embedded systems and applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware engineers, system architects, and product managers using remote collaboration tools.
• Write clean, efficient, well-documented, and maintainable code adhering to coding standards.
• Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and integration testing to ensure software quality and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and issues reported from testing or production environments.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of software development processes and methodologies.
• Stay current with emerging automotive technologies and software engineering best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of professional experience in software development, with a focus on embedded systems or automotive software.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, Python, or Java.
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded systems development.
• Familiarity with automotive communication protocols (e.g., CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet) is a plus.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, adapted for a remote work setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for remote performance bonuses.
• Complete remote work flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere in South Africa.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth, including online training and conference attendance.