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# Embedded Software Engineer

- **Company:** Airbus
- **Location:** Getafe, Spain
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Eclipse (Software), Embedded Software, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Integrated Development Environments, Systems Modeling Language, UML, Real Time Systems, Software Verification, DO-178B, Programming Languages
- **Published:** November 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.es/details/5954161466

## About the Role

* Educated in software, IT, telecommunication, industrial engineering degree or a related discipline.
 * Expertise on real-time and/or embedded software development.
 * Expertise on defining SW requirements.
 * Expertise on C/C++ and/or Ada programming languages and low-level development.
 * Expertise on software verification.
 * +3 years of experience
 * Fluent level of English and Spanish.

Preferred skills and qualifications:

 * Knowledge of SW airworthiness certification processes: DO-178C, EFA Standards.
 * Awareness of cyber-security concepts and accreditation processes (Common Criteria).
 * Experience on: system & SW design tools (SysML, UML), integrated development environment (GPS, AdaMulti, Eclipse), verification tools (Vector Cast, AdaTest95).
 * Interest and ability to conciliate multiple perspectives regarding products, projects and processes.

## Description

Job Description: An opportunity for a Embedded Software Engineer has arisen within Airbus Defence and Space, Getafe (Madrid). Our world is changing. And so are we. From our commitment to zero-carbon flight (#ZEROe) to cleaning up space, sustainability is at the heart of our purpose. So what's your next change? Our team, "Airborne Connectivity" is part of the engineering function in Airbus Defence and Space, designing and developing products, hardware and software, providing connectivity and communications capabilities to our customers. These products are integrated as part of the solutions provided by two out of the three main programme lines in Airbus Defence and Space, Secure Communications in Connected Intelligence, and all military airborne platforms in Military Air Systems (Eurofighter, C295, MRTT, SIRTAP, Eurodrone, etc.) Be part of the future by making the next generation of high-integrity airborne real-time systems, paving the way for innovation in smart connectivity, distributed
networking, and artificial intelligence adoption. You will take part in a high performance team that is involved in the complete lifecycle of the embedded software product, from building the SW requirements, to the final testing and target computer implementation. You should be able to lead and take responsibility on design/architectural decisions, as well as leading the development of specific projects. TRAVEL REQUIRED: Occasional travel within national and international areas (around 3-day trip). HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAM:

 * Work across all the levels of embedded software development according to specific SW standards (SW requirements, SW design, SW coding, SW verification, SW configuration, SW documentation release, SW change management and support to SW QA).
 * Partner with product & program managers, system engineers and validation teams to drive software products.
 * Participate in the planning and scope for the team projects.
 * Support product owners and project managers to deliver high quality software on time.
 * Promote innovation across the department.