Algorithm Software Developer & Researcher

Our solutions are a key part of most industries - electronics, medical research, renewable energy, food production, infrastructure and many more. Working with us means working with the latest technologies and groundbreaking, sustainable innovations.

Join us on our journey for a better tomorrow.

The Role

As a software developer and researcher, you will be part of a team that is in charge of developing the software to control and simulate compressed air systems. Your role will involve researching and developing advanced control methods for these systems to minimize energy consumption and enhance their lifespan. Together with this team, you will work towards applying academic research in optimization and artificial intelligence to these systems. You will be responsible for delivering solutions that meet the needs of our stakeholders. Your duties will encompass the entire development process, including research, prototyping, implementation, and final product delivery, along with post-market support. You enjoy working with a diverse group of people, taking initiative, and are passionate about innovation. You are hands-on and believe in the principle that everything can always be improved. Your goal is to translate advanced academic concepts into practical applications, focusing on clean, efficient, and easy-to-understand software.

What you can expect from us?

Smart machines and the Industrial Internet of Things are set to create transformative changes across nearly every industry worldwide. This evolution will be the most significant technical and business trend of our lifetime. Atlas Copco Airpower recognizes this trend and actively incorporates smart systems into all our machines.

Together with our team, you will not only work on our current control systems, but also on our next-generation platform of control systems.

Our team comprises a mix of passionate experts and generalists, ranging from math, physics, and mechanics to software engineering. You will be able to learn and work with them and broaden your interest in control systems, IoT, automation tools, and state-of-the-art development methods. But it will also be your task to keep track of new evolutions in a broad range of technologies and gradually add extra knowledge and expertise to the team.

This team values strong relationships with various partners from industry, academics, and research institutions to support our knowledge. Together with the team, you will improve compressed air systems globally and work towards reducing the environmental impact of these systems.

What we expect of you?

Requirements

• You have a technical education background (Master in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Robotics, Mechatronics or related engineering field), a PhD is a plus.
• Experience in programming using different simulation environments (Matlab, Simulink, …) and/or high-level languages (Python, …)
• Strong interest in control theory, signal processing, dynamics of complex systems, artificial intelligence, and algorithm development.
• You are eager to develop strong domain-specific knowledge.
• You are passionate about the newest trends in embedded control systems, control algorithms, machine learning, and artificial intelligence.
• You have an affinity for software development or are willing to learn.
• Experience with embedded C/C++ programming, git, and development in a Linux environment is a plus.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
  
  

Personality

• You are analytical, curious, and eager to learn.
• You can operate with a high degree of autonomy
• You take ownership and technical lead
• You are result-driven
• You try new ideas, methods, and technologies because you are convinced there is always a better way.
• You like to investigate the root causes of technical problems and challenges.
• You stay on top of the latest innovations and promising technologies
• You have a great sense of entrepreneurship
  
  

Diverse by nature and inclusive by choice

Bright ideas come from all of us. The more unique perspectives we embrace, the more innovative we are. Together we build a culture where difference is valued and we share a deep sense of purpose and belonging.