Senior Embedded Systems Engineer (Remote)

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health & wellness benefits

Stock options

Professional development budget

Work from anywhere

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Embedded Systems Engineer for a fully remote role focused on design, development, and implementation of sophisticated embedded systems. You will architect real-time software, develop firmware, and ensure seamless hardware-software integration across a global team.

The ideal candidate brings 7+ years in embedded design, deep C/C++ expertise, and hands-on experience with ARM Cortex‑M and ESP32 microcontrollers, RTOS, and modern connectivity protocols.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of embedded systems design and firmware development.
• Expert proficiency in C and C++ for embedded environments.
• Strong experience with ARM Cortex-M and ESP32 microcontrollers.
• Knowledge of RTOS and embedded communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, TCP/IP, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi).
• Experience with debugging tools and test equipment.
• Solid understanding of hardware-software co-design principles.
• Excellent problem-solving and remote collaboration skills.
• Proven ability to work independently on multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop embedded software and firmware for microcontrollers using C/C++.
• Architect and implement RTOS for complex applications.
• Develop and integrate device drivers and communication protocols.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to define system requirements.
• Perform system-level debugging, optimization, and root cause analysis.
• Create and execute unit, integration, and system tests for quality.
• Stay current with embedded technologies and advocate adoption.
• Contribute to system architecture and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Embedded C/C++

RTOS experience

ARM Cortex-M

ESP32

Device drivers

Wireless protocols

Hardware-software co-design

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Engineering / Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Logic Analyzers

Test equipment

CI/CD tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a pioneer in IoT and smart device technology, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Embedded Systems Engineer to join their fully remote engineering team. This role is fundamental to the design, development, and implementation of sophisticated embedded systems for their next-generation product portfolio. The engineer will be responsible for architecting real-time operating systems, developing firmware, and ensuring seamless integration of hardware and software components. Working remotely, you will collaborate with a global team of experts to bring innovative smart devices to market. We are searching for a seasoned professional with a deep understanding of embedded C/C++, microcontrollers, and system-level design, who can excel in an independent, remote setting. This is a unique opportunity to lead critical development efforts and shape the future of connected technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Designing and developing embedded software and firmware for microcontrollers and embedded systems using C/C++.


• Architecting and implementing real-time operating systems (RTOS) for complex applications.


• Developing and integrating device drivers, communication protocols, and application layers.


• Collaborating with hardware engineers to define system requirements and ensure seamless hardware-software integration.


• Performing system-level debugging, performance optimization, and root cause analysis of embedded issues.


• Developing and executing unit tests, integration tests, and system tests to ensure software quality and reliability.


• Staying current with emerging embedded technologies, tools, and methodologies, and advocating for their adoption.


• Contributing to the overall system architecture and design decisions for new products.


• Mentoring junior engineers and providing technical guidance on embedded system development best practices.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.


• 7+ years of experience in embedded systems design and firmware development.


• Expert proficiency in C and C++ programming for embedded environments.


• Strong experience with various microcontrollers (e.g., ARM Cortex-M, ESP32) and their associated toolchains.


• In-depth knowledge of real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded communication protocols (e.g., SPI, I2C, UART, TCP/IP, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi).


• Experience with debugging tools, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other test equipment.


• Solid understanding of hardware-software co-design principles.


• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills, essential for remote collaboration.


• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple projects effectively in a remote setup.

Benefits

• This remote role offers a highly competitive salary, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, stock options, and a generous budget for professional development and training.


• Our client values work-life balance and offers maximum flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere.


• Although the position is formally linked to our Upington, Northern Cape administrative office, it is a fully remote position.


• You will be part of a forward-thinking company driving innovation in the rapidly growing smart device market.