Senior Embedded Systems Engineer

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work

Advanced development tools

Health and wellness benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Projects in leading-edge tech

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Embedded Systems Engineer for a fully remote position with potential ties to Stellenbosch. You will lead design, development, and testing of embedded software and hardware solutions for innovative products.

The role requires a Master’s in Electrical/Computer Engineering and 8+ years in embedded systems, strong C/C++ and RTOS, and the ability to work autonomously in a remote setting.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
• 8+ years’ experience in embedded systems design and development.
• Proficient in C/C++ for embedded apps; RTOS and embedded Linux experience.
• Remote work capability and strong independent work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement embedded firmware/software for MCUs/MPUs.
• Define hardware-software interfaces and system architecture.
• Perform low-level programming, driver development and optimization.
• Test and debug embedded systems with diverse tools.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers and product managers remotely.
• Stay updated on RTOS and embedded tech trends.

Skills

C/C++ programming

RTOS

Embedded Linux

Hardware debugging tools

Remote work autonomy

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

Master’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Tools

JTAG

Oscilloscopes

Logic Analyzers

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Embedded Systems Engineer for a fully remote position, with potential ties to projects originating from Stellenbosch . This role is instrumental in the design, development, and testing of embedded software and hardware solutions for innovative products. You will take a leading role in architecting complex systems, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and efficiency. This position is ideal for a seasoned engineer who thrives on technical challenges, enjoys working autonomously, and is passionate about pushing the boundaries of embedded technology from a remote work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement embedded firmware and software for microcontrollers and microprocessors.
• Develop and maintain hardware-software interfaces and system architecture for embedded systems.
• Perform low-level programming, driver development, and system optimization for performance and power efficiency.
• Conduct thorough testing and debugging of embedded systems using various tools and methodologies.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers and product managers, through virtual collaboration platforms.
• Stay current with emerging embedded technologies, real-time operating systems (RTOS), and industry best practices.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of professional experience in embedded systems design and development.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ programming for embedded applications.
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded Linux.
• Familiarity with hardware debugging tools, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and JTAG interfaces.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Full remote work flexibility, enabling a strong work-life integration.
• Access to advanced development tools and simulation software.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
• Contribution to groundbreaking projects in a leading-edge technology sector.