Senior Embedded Software Engineer
ACADEMIC WORK SWEDEN AB · Lund · 6 månader eller längre
Academic Work is recruiting a **Senior Embedded Software Engineer** on behalf of a MedTech company based in Lund. Working in-house with cross-functional teams, the role focuses on end-to-end development of connected medical devices, spanning from hardware bring-up to high-level application logic. Responsibilities include developing hardware-near firmware in C and C++, creating device drivers, working with Real Time Operating Systems, translating customer requirements into technical specifications, and debugging systems using oscilloscopes and logic analyzers. The position also entails leading projects and mentoring junior colleagues within the development team. Applicants must hold an **engineering degree in embedded systems**, electronics, computer engineering, or equivalent, alongside at least four years of experience in embedded software development. Essential requirements include advanced knowledge of Embedded C/C++, experience with device driver development, a solid understanding of RTOS, and **professional proficiency in English**, both written and spoken. Experience in the MedTech sector, familiarity with medical device standards such as IEC 62304, regulated environments, connectivity protocols, Embedded Linux, Yocto, or specific operating systems like Zephyr or FreeRTOS, are considered meritorious. The selection process includes personality and cognitive assessments.
Our client is an innovative technology company in Lund that embraces the mindset of "never work alone." Through close collaboration and technical excellence, they are shaping the future of MedTech by developing cutting-edge connected products for leading global customers. Does this sound like an exciting opportunity? Don't hesitate to apply today!
About the role
You will play a pivotal role in designing and testing electronics for sophisticated connected products. Working in-house, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform customer needs into high-quality manufacturable designs.
You are offered
- You will have the opportunity to lead innovative projects for world-leading customers within the Medtech industry.
- Mentoring junior engineers, and grow within a supportive community that values technical excellence and professional fun.
- Collaborate with world-leading customers on cutting-edge product development.
Work tasks
This role involves end-to-end embedded development, from hardware bring-up to high-level application logic for medical devices.
- Develop hardware-near firmware using C and C++
- Design and implement device drivers for various embedded platforms
- Work with Real Time Operating Systems (RTOS) to ensure system performance
- Conduct hardware bring-up and debug systems using oscilloscopes and logic analyzers
- Interpret customer requirements and translate them into technical specifications
- Collaborate with team members to ensure seamless system integration
- Coach and mentor less experienced engineers within the development team
We are looking for
- Engineering degree in Embedded Systems, Electronics, Computer Engineering, or equivalent
- 4+ years of experience in Embedded Software Development
- Advanced knowledge of Embedded C/C++
- Good understanding of Real Time Operating Systems
- Experience in Device Driver Development
- Professional proficiency in spoken and written English
It is meritorious if you have
- Knowledge of medical device software standards such as IEC 62304
- Experience working in regulated environments
- Experience with connectivity protocols like Bluetooth, WiFi, and LTE
- Familiarity with Embedded Linux and Yocto project
- Experience using logic analyzers and oscilloscopes for debugging
- Knowledge of Zephyr or FreeRTOS
- Experience from the MedTech industry
To succeed in the role, your personal skills are:
- Supportive
- Social
- Orderly
- Responsible
Please note: Between mid-July and mid-August, our recruitment team will have reduced staffing. We are accepting applications as usual, but the process and our response times may take longer than usual during this period.
Our recruitment process
This recruitment process is handled by Academic Work and it is our client’s wish that all questions regarding the position is directed to Academic Work.
Our selection process is continuous and the advert may close before the recruitment process is completed if we have moved forward to the next phase. The process includes two tests: one personality test and one cognitive test. The tests are tools to find the right talent for the right position, to enable equality, diversity, and a fair process.