Embedded Software & Electronics Engineer

AES Global; Somerset West; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Innovative technology projects

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

A technology recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Electronic Engineer in Somerset West. The role involves designing and developing embedded firmware, integrating applications, and collaborating with engineers. Candidates should have strong skills in C programming, Java development, and microcontroller firmware experience. This position offers a hybrid working model, encouraging innovation in automotive technology.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in embedded systems development.
• Solid understanding of Java and microcontroller technologies.
• Expertise in Git for collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded firmware.
• Integrate applications across desktop, mobile, and server environments.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

C for embedded systems

Java application development

Microcontroller firmware development

Git for version control

Multi-technology stack work

Job description

AES Global is partnering with a leading company in the consumer automotive technology space to find a Senior Electronic Engineer to join their team.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and versatile engineer who enjoys working across embedded systems, firmware, and multi-platform software development. You’ll be contributing to innovative products that are shaping the future of automotive technology.

The Role

• Design, develop, test, and maintain embedded firmware using C.
• Develop and integrate applications across desktop, mobile, and server environments (Java and related technologies).
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of engineers using Git for version control.
• Be involved in all phases of the development lifecycle, from requirements analysis and design to coding, testing, and deployment.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues across both hardware and software.
• Contribute to system architecture decisions and help drive technical innovation.

What We’re Looking For

Must-Have:

• Strong proficiency in C for embedded systems.
• Solid experience in Java application development.
• Proven experience with microcontroller firmware development (STM32, ESP32, ARM, PIC, AVR).
• Expertise in Git for version control.
• Ability to work across multiple technology stacks (embedded, desktop, mobile, server).

Nice-to-Have:

• Experience with QP real-time embedded framework and hierarchical state machines.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP and wireless protocols (e.g., Bluetooth LE).
• Familiarity with automotive protocols (CAN bus, K-Line, LIN bus).
• Experience with Espressif IoT Development Framework (ESP-IDF).

Why Apply?

• Work on innovative, high-impact technology in the automotive sector.
• Hybrid working policy (2–3 days in the office per week for the first 6–12 months).
• Join a collaborative environment where your ideas help shape the product roadmap.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.