Remote Senior Embedded Engineer: Iot & Rtos Expert

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Salary with incentives

Global health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Senior Industrial IoT Solutions Engineer to design, deploy, and optimize advanced IIoT solutions for industrial clients. This fully remote role emphasizes architecture across sensors, gateways, edge computing, and cloud platforms.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in industrial automation, networking, cloud platforms, and data analytics, with hands-on experience in deploying secure, scalable IIoT solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Computer, Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years in industrial automation, embedded systems, networking or IIoT solutions development.
• Proven experience in designing and deploying IIoT solutions for industrial applications.
• Strong understanding of industrial communication protocols, sensor technologies, and edge computing.
• Hands-on experience with cloud IoT platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Familiarity with data analytics and visualization tools relevant to IIoT data.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles for IoT devices and platforms.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical and system integration skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for remote teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect end-to-end IIoT solutions including sensors, gateways, edge computing, cloud platforms and analytics.
• Develop and implement IIoT strategies and roadmaps for clients across various industries.
• Select and integrate hardware components, communication protocols and software platforms.
• Configure and manage cloud-based IoT platforms (AWS IoT, Azure IoT Hub, Google Cloud IoT).
• Develop data ingestion, processing and storage strategies for large industrial data sets.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to define requirements, develop PoCs and deliver production solutions.
• Provide technical expertise on IIoT security practices and implementation.
• Troubleshoot IIoT deployments from device level to cloud applications.
• Stay current with IIoT technologies, standards and market trends.
• Develop technical documentation including solution designs, implementation guides and user manuals.

Skills

IoT systems design

Edge computing

Industrial automation

Networking

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/Google)

IoT cybersecurity

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Electrical/Computer/Industrial Eng

Tools

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Job description

Remote Senior Industrial IoT Solutions Engineer

Our client, a global leader in industrial technology, is actively seeking a Remote Senior Industrial IoT Solutions Engineer. This role is pivotal in designing, developing, and deploying innovative Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solutions for a diverse range of industrial clients. Working remotely, you will architect and integrate hardware, software, and communication technologies to create smart, connected industrial environments that drive efficiency, improve monitoring, and enable predictive capabilities. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in industrial automation, networking, cloud platforms, and data analytics, coupled with a passion for cutting‑edge IoT technologies. This is a fully remote position offering the chance to shape the future of industry through intelligent connectivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect end‑to‑end IIoT solutions, encompassing sensors, gateways, edge computing, cloud platforms, and analytics.
• Develop and implement IIoT strategies and roadmaps for clients across various industrial sectors.
• Select and integrate appropriate hardware components, communication protocols (e.g., MQTT, CoAP), and software platforms.
• Configure and manage cloud‑based IoT platforms (e.g., AWS IoT, Azure IoT Hub, Google Cloud IoT).
• Develop data ingestion, processing, and storage strategies for large volumes of industrial data.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to define requirements, develop proof‑of‑concepts, and deliver production solutions.
• Provide technical expertise on IIoT security best practices and implementation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to IIoT deployments, from device level to cloud applications.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in IIoT technologies, standards, and market trends.
• Develop technical documentation, including solution designs, implementation guides, and user manuals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in industrial automation, embedded systems, networking, or IIoT solutions development.
• Proven experience in designing and deploying comprehensive IIoT solutions for industrial applications.
• Strong understanding of industrial communication protocols, sensor technologies, and edge computing.
• Hands‑on experience with major cloud IoT platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Familiarity with data analytics and visualization tools relevant to IIoT data.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles for IoT devices and platforms.
• Excellent problem‑solving, analytical, and system integration skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, essential for effective remote teamwork.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive remote salary and performance‑based incentives.
• Comprehensive global health, dental, and vision insurance.