About the Role
We are looking for a talented Embedded Software Engineer to join our team in Madrid, Spain. This Embedded Software Engineer remote position offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge defense technology projects with high strategic impact. You will be part of a collaborative and innovative environment that leverages advanced R&D capabilities.
What You'll Do
- Design, develop, and implement embedded software in C/C++ for mission-critical defense systems.
- Integrate software solutions across land, naval, or electronic defense platforms.
- Participate in software architecture design and hardware component selection.
- Develop drivers, firmware, and real-time applications in RTOS or bare-metal environments.
- Collaborate with systems, hardware, and validation teams to ensure compatibility and reliability.
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation, design diagrams, and test procedures.
- Ensure compliance with defense standards (MIL-STD, DO-178C, MISRA, or other project-specific frameworks).
- Contribute to continuous improvement of development, automation, and validation processes.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics, Telecommunications, Computer Engineering, or related field.
- 4+ years of experience in embedded software development.
- Strong proficiency in C/C++ and RTOS environments (FreeRTOS, VxWorks, QNX, etc.).
- Experience working with ARM microcontrollers, DSPs, or FPGAs.
- Solid understanding of communication protocols (Ethernet, CAN, RS-485, SPI, I2C).
- Experience with version control systems (Git, SVN) and CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab).
- Familiarity with defense or other safety-critical environments.
- Fluent technical English (B2/C1).
Nice to Have
- Experience with electronic warfare, radiofrequency systems, or secure communications.
- Knowledge of Python or Bash for testing and automation.
- Familiarity with military certification processes or NATO STANAG standards.
- Experience in EMI/EMC analysis and mitigation.
- Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams under Agile methodologies (Scrum).
What We Offer
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge defense technology projects with high strategic impact.
- Collaborative and innovative environment leveraging advanced R&D capabilities.
- Hybrid work model – 3 days in-office per week (Madrid area).
- Continuous training plan – access to technical courses, certifications, and conferences.
- Flexible compensation package including meal allowance, health insurance, and wellness benefits.
- Career development path toward Technical Lead or Systems Engineering roles.
This role offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge defense technology projects in a hybrid work environment. Ideal for skilled embedded software engineers looking to advance their careers.
Who Will Succeed Here
Proficient in C and C++ programming languages with hands-on experience in real-time operating systems (RTOS) such as FreeRTOS and VxWorks, demonstrating a strong understanding of embedded systems architecture.
Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, showing adaptability and self-motivation to balance tasks between remote and in-office collaboration, especially in high-stakes defense technology projects.
Strong analytical mindset with experience in debugging and optimizing software for ARM processors and DSPs, coupled with familiarity in FPGA programming, ensuring high performance and reliability in embedded applications.
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