Embedded Software Engineer

Recruiter:

Communicate Recruitment

Job Ref:

CTE028617/SB

Date posted:

Thursday, August 27, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
I'm currently looking to connect with Embedded Software Engineers who have experience working with radar systems, digital signal processing, sensing technologies and advanced electronic products.
This is an opportunity to join my specialist network for future opportunities across aerospace, defence, industrial sensing and advanced technology environments.

POSITION INFO:
Job Description: Develop embedded software for advanced electronic products Design and implement software solutions using C and C++ Develop signal processing and data analysis algorithms Support hardware integration and system-level testing Work with sensor-based and communication-based technologies Contribute to software architecture, optimisation and product development Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams Skills & Experience: 3-10 years of Embedded Software Engineering experience Strong C and C++ programming skills Embedded systems development experience Experience with ARM Cortex, STM32 or similar platforms DSP (Digital Signal Processing) experience advantageous Radar systems experience advantageous Python, MATLAB or algorithm development experience advantageous Experience with sensing, tracking, RF or signal-based technologies beneficial Aerospace, Defence, Radar or Advanced Electronics experience highly desirable Qualification: BEng, BSc or BTech in Electronic, Electrical, Computer or Mechatronic Engineering Only South African Residents or individuals with a relevant South African work permit will be considered. Connect with us on and Register your CV to create a profile and to view all our Engineering recruitment vacancies. Let us assist you with your career. For further Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Building and Construction, Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering jobs.

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