Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Embedded Software Engineer – Industrial Automation & Microcontroller Systems

Embedded Systems | Real-Time Firmware | Industrial Automation

We are hiring on behalf of a leading player in the industrial automation sector, now expanding operations in Dublin. They are looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join their R&D team and contribute to the development of cutting-edge firmware for microcontroller-based control systems used in modern manufacturing environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and enhance low-level software for embedded systems built on platforms like the ARM Cortex-M series
• Integrate industrial communication protocols such as CAN, Modbus, EtherCAT, and PROFINET
• Work in close coordination with hardware teams on board bring-up, diagnostics, and functional testing
• Ensure real-time performance and system stability in safety-critical and time-sensitive applications
• Support compliance with IEC 61131 environments and assist in safety certification processes

What You Bring:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in embedded C/C++ development for microcontroller-based or RTOS-driven systems
• Solid understanding of ARM Cortex-M or similar processor architectures used in industrial contexts
• Practical knowledge of communication protocols commonly used in automation (CAN, Modbus, EtherCAT, PROFINET)
• Proficiency in using diagnostic tools (e.g., JTAG, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers) for embedded debugging
• Familiarity with real-time operating systems and embedded control methodologies

Desirable Extras:

• Prior involvement with safety certification standards (e.g., SIL, ISO 13849)
• Experience with PLC systems or supervisory control (SCADA)