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# Embedded Software Engineer

- **Company:** Primetals Technologies
- **Location:** Erlangen, Germany (Remote available)
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Automation of Tests, Booting (BIOS), C++ (Programming Language), Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Linux, Linux on Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Hardware Design, Python (Programming Language), Real-Time Operating Systems, Systems Architecture, System on a Chip, Systems Integration, VHSIC Hardware Description Language (VHDL), Vivado, Fpga Hardware, Git, Information Technology, Bare Metal
- **Published:** October 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=533bbbefe6a28de7

## About the Role

* University degree in Embedded Systems, Computer Engineering, Computer Architecture, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or a comparable discipline.
 * Practical experience in embedded software development using C/C++ and working with ARM-based SoCs, preferably AMD/Xilinx Zynq or Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC.
 * Practical experience with VHDL for FPGA development, simulation and hardware/software integration.
 * Experience with embedded Linux and PetaLinux, including board configuration, device trees, boot processes and driver integration.
 * Familiarity with development and debugging tools such as Vivado, Vitis, Quartus and Similar.
 * Experience with Git, structured testing and technical documentation. Python, test automation and CI/CD experience are an advantage.
 * A structured, analytical approach and the ability to take ownership of defined development packages within a shared system architecture.
 * Team spirit, initiative and enthusiasm for solving technical challenges together.
 * Willingness to undertake occasional business travel for technical meetings, collaboration with development partners, system integration, testing and commissioning.
 * Good written and spoken English; German language skills are an advantage.

## Description

* Develop and maintain embedded software for ARM-based SoC and FPGA control platforms.
 * Configure and integrate embedded Linux/PetaLinux, including board-support packages, bootloaders, device trees and peripheral drivers.
 * Develop and integrate real-time software using RTOS or bare-metal environments, including task scheduling, interrupt handling and communication between processor cores.
 * Implement and integrate VHDL modules and interfaces between the processing system and FPGA logic.
 * Bring up new development boards and target hardware, investigate hardware/software integration issues and support systematic debugging.
 * Develop and execute functional, integration, timing and load tests; document results and maintain reproducible build and release procedures.
 * Work closely with a development team, and external hardware development partners., * A modern working environment, flexible working arrangements and attractive development opportunities.
 * Above-average contract terms thanks to our collective bargaining agreement, flexible work schedules with the option of compensatory time off and working from home to promote a healthy work-life balance, as well as a pleasant and collegial work environment.
 * BENEFITS AT HEART: Company bike leasing, a subsidy for the "Deutschlandticket", a tax-free childcare allowance, and much more

How to Contact Us

 * Please submit your application (cover letter, resume, employment references, and relevant certificates of qualification) via our career portal to Ms. Jessica Lennert.