Embedded Software Engineer - Communications

Embedded Software Engineer - Communications

Wingcopter

Weiterstadt, Germany

Your mission

• Design & Development: Develop and maintain embedded communication software for unmanned aircraft systems, covering internal avionics (CAN, SPI, I2C, UART) and external links (LTE, satellite, RF) to enable reliable autonomous operations.
• System Integration: Define and manage interfaces between avionics, flight control, payloads, and ground systems, collaborating with hardware and systems teams to ensure end-to-end reliability.
• Verification & Validation: Support DO-178C–aligned verification activities, including requirements-based testing, SIL/HIL, simulation, flight test support, and compliance documentation.
• CI/CD & Code Quality: Contribute to static analysis, CI pipelines, automated testing, code reviews, and unit/integration test frameworks (e.g., Google Test).
• Documentation & Knowledge Sharing: Create clear technical documentation and design specifications to support long-term maintainability.

Your profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, Computer Science, Robotics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in embedded C/C++ development for real-time, resource-constrained, or safety-critical systems.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience designing and integrating embedded communication systems, including internal buses (CAN, SPI, I2C, UART) and external data links (LTE, RF, satellite) in complex or aerospace environments.
• Hands-on experience with RTOS or embedded Linux platforms as well as CMake, Docker, Git, CI pipelines, and automated testing frameworks.
• Strong debugging skills using tools such as JTAG, logic analyzers, and oscilloscopes.
• Knowledge of safety and certification standards (e.g., DO-178C, ISO 26262) is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to collaborate in cross-functional teams.
• Effective communication skills; fluent in English (German is a plus).

What you bring as a perfect candidate

• You thrive in collaborative environments and value collective success.
• You approach challenges with a positive mindset and a proactive attitude.
• You believe technology has the power to improve society and drive positive change for the future.