Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Durban

If you thrive in a hands-on environment where you can design, develop, and optimise embedded solutions across multiple projectsthis role is for you.

?? What Youll Be Doing

As a senior member of the team, youll play a key role in both new product development and ongoing product enhancement, including:

• Designing and developing robust embedded software solutions
• Implementing secure embedded systems, including cryptography, secure communication, and secure boot
• Defining and contributing to embedded software architecture and design
• Managing and maintaining codebases using modern DevOps practices and version control tools
• Working across multiple MCU platforms and development environments
• Debugging and optimising systems using hardware tools such as JTAG, SWD, logic analysers, and oscilloscopes
• Supporting both greenfield development and product maintenance initiatives

?? What Youll Bring

Were looking for a technically strong engineer with a passion for embedded systems and problem-solving:

Core Requirements

• BEng or BSc in Electronics, Embedded Systems, or similar
• 5+ years experience in embedded software development
• Strong proficiency in Embedded C/C++
• Solid experience with embedded security (crypto, secure comms, secure boot)
• Strong understanding of embedded software architecture and design
• Experience with Git-based source control (GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket, Azure DevOps)
• Hands-on experience with multiple MCU platforms (e.g. STM, Renesas)
• Strong knowledge of communication protocols (MQTT, TCP/IP, Wi-Fi, etc.)
• Experience with embedded debugging tools and techniques

? Nice to Have

• Understanding of RF systems and protocols
• Hardware design and PCB layout exposure
• Experience working with RTOS

?? What Sets You Apart

• Passion for embedded development and continuous learning
• Self-motivated, independent, and accountable
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Comfortable working across multiple projects and priorities
• Willingness to get involved in both new development and ongoing product support

?? Why This Role?