Senior Embedded Software Engineer – Software-Defined Radio

Senior Embedded Software Engineer (m/f/d) – Software-Defined Radio

Position Overview

A technology-oriented organization is seeking an experienced Senior Embedded Software Engineer with a focus on software-defined radio (SDR) systems.

The role involves developing high-performance embedded software for communication platforms, with particular emphasis on real-time processing, middleware integration, and digital signal processing under embedded operating systems. The position is suited for professionals with strong systems-level expertise and experience in safety- and security-critical environments.

Employment Details

• Position: Senior Embedded Software Engineer – Software-Defined Radio

• Contract Type: Fixed-term (up to 24 months)

• Start Date: Early 2026

• Working Time: Full-time (40 hours per week)

• Remote Work: Partial remote work possible (up to 60%)

• Language Requirements: Advanced German, basic to intermediate English

• Experience Level: Not suitable for entry-level candidates

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop hardware-oriented embedded software for SDR platforms.

• Own and maintain middleware interfaces between radio platforms and waveform implementations.

• Optimize system latency and ensure compliance with real-time constraints under Embedded Linux.

• Implement digital signal processing functions in software.

• Develop and analyze analog and complex digital modulation schemes.

• Collaborate within an agile, cross-functional development environment.

• Develop software in accordance with recognized standards for safety- and security-critical systems.

• Coordinate closely with testing, firmware, hardware, and application development teams to ensure system-level integration.

Required Qualifications

• University degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

• At least five years of professional experience in embedded software development.

• Excellent proficiency in C and C++.

• Solid working knowledge of Python.

• Experience with MATLAB is considered an advantage.

• Strong expertise in Embedded Linux, particularly in real-time system optimization.

• Structured, reliable, and quality-oriented working style.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.