Senior Avionics Software Engineer (Remote)

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonuses

Health, dental, vision insurance

Stock options or equity

Remote work stipend

Professional growth

Challenging aviation projects

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Avionics Software Engineer to join a fully remote development team. You will design and implement real-time embedded software for advanced aircraft systems, ensuring safety-critical compliance and robust performance.

The role requires deep expertise in C/C++ (and Ada), RTOS, DO-178C, and avionics protocols (ARINC 429/664). You will collaborate with hardware and systems engineers across distributed teams to deliver safe, reliable aviation software.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field with 7+ years in avionics or embedded software.
• Expertise in C/C++ and RTOS for safety-critical systems.
• Experience with DO-178C and avionics protocols (ARINC 429/664).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and integrate real-time embedded software for avionics.
• Write clean, efficient code in C, C++, or Ada.
• Support all software lifecycle stages from requirements to deployment.
• Perform unit, integration and system testing; verify and validate software.
• Collaborate with hardware/systems engineers to define software architecture.

Skills

C/C++ programming

RTOS

Ada

Safety-critical

Education

Master's or Bachelor's in CS/SE/EE

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Avionics Software Engineer to join their fully remote development team, contributing to the design and implementation of critical software for advanced aircraft systems. You will be instrumental in developing robust, real-time embedded software that powers the next generation of avionics. This role demands a deep understanding of software engineering principles, safety-critical systems, and a passion for innovation in the aerospace sector. You will work in a collaborative, distributed environment, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in aviation technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and integrate real-time embedded software for avionics systems, adhering to safety-critical standards.


• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code in languages such as C, C++, or Ada.


• Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, from requirements analysis to deployment and support.


• Perform software verification and validation activities, including unit testing, integration testing, and system testing.


• Collaborate with hardware engineers, systems engineers, and other stakeholders to define software requirements and architecture.


• Troubleshoot and debug complex software issues in development and production environments.


• Contribute to the continuous improvement of software development processes and tools.

Requirements

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.


• 7+ years of professional experience in avionics or embedded software development, with a strong focus on safety-critical systems.


• Demonstrated expertise in C/C++ programming and real-time operating systems (RTOS).


• Experience with software development methodologies for safety-critical applications (e.g., DO-178C).


• Familiarity with avionics communication protocols (e.g., ARINC 429, ARINC 664).


• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills, with the ability to thrive in a remote, collaborative setting.

Benefits

• Exceptional annual salary and performance-based bonuses.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.


• Generous stock options or equity grants.


• Flexible remote work schedule and a stipend for home office setup.


• Opportunities for professional growth, certifications, and conference attendance.


• Engage in challenging projects that define the future of aviation.