Embedded Software Developer (Power Electronics)

Recruiter:

E&D Recruiters

Job Ref:

Pta003964/EP

Date posted:

Friday, February 20, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Senior Software Developer vacancy available in Randburg. Power Electronics. Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Computer Science with a minimum of 5 years of relevant working experience. The company develops innovative power electronics systems for the railway, commercial vehicle, defence, and mining industries. Mastery of Embedded C/C++ and experience with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) or bare-metal development on high-performance MCUs required.

POSITION INFO:
Embedded Software Engineer

Randburg

The company develops innovative power electronics systems for
the railway, commercial vehicle, defence, and mining industries.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Computer Science.
Power Electronics Mastery: 5+ years of experience in embedded firmware specifically for Inverters, Converters, or Motor Controllers.
FOC Expertise
J1939 CAN: Strong familiarity with CAN-bus (J1939) and diagnostic protocols used in the commercial vehicle or defense industries.
Programming Excellence: Mastery of Embedded C/C++ and experience with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) or bare-metal development on high-performance MCUs.

Key Responsibilities:

Advanced Control Systems
HDV Communication
Complex Algorithm Design
Torque & MTPA (Maximum Torque Per Ampere) algorithms.
Multi-stage PID loops for Voltage, Speed, and Torque.
Active Discharge and regenerative braking logic.
Safety-Critical Diagnostics: Design robust error-handling sequences.
Ruggedised Software Architecture: Architect firmware that meets stringent industrial standards (ISO26262).

Please apply via our website: or submit your cv to - Reference Pta003964

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