Remote Embedded Automotive Systems Engineer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health benefits

Paid time off

Professional development

Work-life balance

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks an experienced Embedded Automotive Software Engineer specializing in C/C++ and RTOS. This fully remote role supports development for ECU, infotainment, and ADAS software.

You will design, develop, and test embedded software, write drivers, and implement CAN/LIN/Ethernet automotive protocols while collaborating with a distributed team. Requirements include a 5+ year track record in automotive embedded development, strong problem solving, and excellent

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in CS/EE or related field.
• 5+ years in embedded automotive software development.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration for remote work.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement embedded software for automotive apps using C/C++.
• Work with RTOS and drivers for hardware components.
• Implement CAN, LIN, Ethernet, and Automotive Ethernet protocols.
• Develop software for ADAS, powertrain, body electronics, or infotainment.
• Write unit tests and perform integration testing for software quality.
• Debug and resolve defects reported by QA or teams.
• Participate in code reviews to maintain quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a remote setting.
• Document designs, requirements, and test procedures.

Tools

C/C++ programming

RTOS (QNX/FreeRTOS)

Automotive protocols (CAN/LIN/Ethernet)

AUTOSAR

Job description

Placements24 in South Africa seeks an experienced Embedded Automotive Software Engineer specializing in C/C++ and RTOS. This fully remote role supports development for ECU, infotainment, and ADAS software.

You will design, develop, and test embedded software, write drivers, and implement CAN/LIN/Ethernet automotive protocols while collaborating with a distributed team. Requirements include a 5+ year track record in automotive embedded development, strong problem solving, and excellent