Remote Automotive Software Engineer

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Flexible hours

Health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a remote Automotive Software Engineer to design, develop, and test embedded software for automotive control units and infotainment. You will collaborate with a dispersed team using C/C++ and Python, ensuring software quality through testing and integration.

The role requires RTOS knowledge, automotive protocols (CAN/LIN/Ethernet), and strong problem-solving in a remote, collaborative environment. Flexible hours and a remote-first culture are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Proven embedded software development experience, preferably in automotive contexts.
• Strong programming skills in C/C++ and familiarity with Python.
• Experience with automotive comms protocols CAN, LIN, Ethernet; RTOS knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement real-time embedded software for automotive control units and infotainment systems.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in C, C++, or Python.
• Conduct unit, integration and system testing to ensure quality and reliability.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers and system architects to define software requirements and specs.
• Participate in code reviews, debugging, and troubleshooting of software issues.
• Support continuous improvement of software development processes and tools.

Skills

Embedded software

C/C++

Python

RTOS

CAN/LIN/Ethernet

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/EE

Tools

CAN

LIN

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 role is entirely remote, allowing you to contribute from anywhere within the specified operational regions. You will be instrumental in designing, developing, and testing embedded software for cutting-edge automotive systems, collaborating with a geographically dispersed team of engineers and product managers. This is an exceptional opportunity for a skilled software professional to make a significant impact on the future of automotive technology in a flexible, remote-first environment that values technical excellence and collaborative problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement real-time embedded software for automotive control units and infotainment systems.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in languages such as C, C++, or Python.
• Conduct unit testing, integration testing, and system testing to ensure software quality and reliability.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers and system architects to define software requirements and specifications.
• Participate in code reviews, debugging, and troubleshooting of software issues.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of software development processes and tools.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in embedded software development, preferably within the automotive industry.
• Strong programming skills in C/C++ and familiarity with scripting languages like Python.
• Experience with automotive communication protocols (e.g., CAN, LIN, Ethernet).
• Knowledge of real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded systems architecture.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a remote , collaborative environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and opportunities for professional development.
• A collaborative, innovative, and supportive virtual team culture.