Senior Firmware Engineer — Embedded Systems & Security

ASSA ABLOY Group; Durban; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A global security solutions provider is seeking an Engineer in Durban who will collaborate with teams to deliver products, ensure security, and write maintainable code. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience, a BSc in Electronic Engineering or equivalent, and strong skills in C/C++. Familiarity with embedded systems and Git workflows is preferred. This role offers opportunities for learning and growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Legally eligible to work in South Africa.
• 2+ years of practical engineering experience.
• Comfortable working with distributed embedded systems.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams for successful product delivery.
• Assist in security reviews and identify problems.
• Write good, maintainable code and set up devops pipelines.

Skills

Strong communication skills in English

Proficient in C/C++

Attention to detail

Ability to analyze problems

Experience with distributed embedded systems

Familiarity with Git and Git workflows

Dedicated to learning

Education

BSc in Electronic Engineering or equivalent

Tools

In-circuit emulators

GNU toolchains

gdb

cmake

Yocto/Open-Embedded Linux

Rust/Golang

Job description

A global security solutions provider is seeking an Engineer in Durban who will collaborate with teams to deliver products, ensure security, and write maintainable code. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience, a BSc in Electronic Engineering or equivalent, and strong skills in C/C++. Familiarity with embedded systems and Git workflows is preferred. This role offers opportunities for learning and growth in a supportive environment.