Firmware Software Engineer

Recruiter:

JenRec Recruitment

Job Ref:

Date posted:

Thursday, July 10, 2025

Location:

centurion, Gauteng, South Africa

Salary:

Highly negotiable

SUMMARY:
An established and innovative engineering R&D organisation based in Centurion is seeking a skilled Firmware / Embedded Software Engineer to join its technical team. The company develops advanced technologies in the aerospace and optical systems sectors, serving international civil and security markets.

POSITION INFO:

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven engineer to work in a multidisciplinary, high-tech environment with a focus on precision electronics, real-time embedded systems, and mission-critical applications.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and test firmware for embedded systems in custom hardware platforms.
Work closely with electronics, systems, and software teams to ensure seamless integration.
Implement low-level drivers, communication protocols, and real-time control logic.
Participate in system-level design, verification, and validation activities.
Maintain and document code according to engineering best practices and quality standards.
Contribute to the development of innovative solutions in aerospace-grade systems.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent.
3+ years of professional experience in firmware and embedded software development.
Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded platforms.
Experience with RTOS, microcontrollers, and real-time system design.
Solid understanding of digital electronics, communication protocols (e.g., SPI, I2C, UART), and hardware/software interfaces.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Highly Advantageous:

Experience with ARM-based microcontrollers (e.g., STM32).
Familiarity with debugging tools, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.
Knowledge of software development lifecycle tools (e.g., Git, Jira, CI/CD pipelines).
Exposure to aerospace, defence, or high-reliability systems.

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