Remote Embedded Automotive Software Engineer (C/C++)

Placements24; Kempton Park; Remote; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Flexible hours

Remote-first environment

Career growth opportunities

Conference access

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Automotive Software Development Engineer for a remote role in Gauteng, South Africa. You will design and implement embedded software for automotive control units and infotainment systems, contributing to a remote-first, collaborative environment.

Proficiency in C/C++ and Python, experience with RTOS and automotive protocols, and strong SDLC knowledge are required. You will work with cross-functional teams to advance ADAS, connectivity, and diagnostics while ensuring

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Proven experience in software development for embedded automotive applications.
• Strong programming in C/C++ and Python.
• Familiarity with CAN, LIN, and Ethernet.
• Experience with RTOS and embedded toolchains.
• Understanding of SDLC and Agile methodologies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong remote collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy embedded software for automotive control units and infotainment.
• Write clean, efficient C/C++ and Python code.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers and system architects to define software requirements and system architecture.
• Implement and optimize algorithms for ADAS, connectivity, and diagnostics.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving software development processes and best practices.
• Debug and resolve complex software issues in simulated and real-world automotive environments.
• Develop and maintain unit tests, integration tests, and system tests to ensure software quality.
• Contribute to the continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipeline.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Embedded systems

RTOS

CAN/LIN/Ethernet

SDLC/Agile

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in CS/EE

Tools

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Automotive Software Development Engineer for a remote role in Gauteng, South Africa. You will design and implement embedded software for automotive control units and infotainment systems, contributing to a remote-first, collaborative environment.

Proficiency in C/C++ and Python, experience with RTOS and automotive protocols, and strong SDLC knowledge are required. You will work with cross-functional teams to advance ADAS, connectivity, and diagnostics while ensuring