Advanced Software Engineer ((f/m/d)

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Advanced Software Engineer ((f/m/d)

22.01.2026

At PALFINGER, we have been lifting goods to a new level for over 90 years - with a pioneering and passionate spirit. As a global technology and engineering company, we are the world's leading manufacturer and supplier of innovative crane and lifting solutions. Our success is based on the tireless efforts of our approximately 12,350 employees, who contribute their ideas and energy to our vision. With us, you can expect a dynamic working environment full of opportunities for personal and professional development. Become part of our team and start your career at PALFINGER.

Are you ready to shape the future of cutting-edge marine technology on a global scale? As an Advanced Software Engineer for PALFINGER Marine, you will take the technical lead in developing embedded control systems for our Marine and Wind cranes. This role goes far beyond coding—it’s about designing robust real-time software, ensuring safety and cybersecurity compliance, and driving innovation from concept to certification.

If you excel at translating technical vision into real-world performance, guiding a skilled development team, and delivering intelligent control solutions that set new industry standards, this position is for you.

Your responsibilities

• Development of embedded control software for cranes in maritime environment, by planning of the software architecture, creation of functional requirements, implementation of software on real time systems, quality assurance with tests and software validation and documentation throughout the development process
• Technical management of the development team and project management
• Ensuring software conformity to rules and standards, especially for safety and cybersecurity as well as collaboration in the certification of the control systems by notified bodies
• Implementation of custom solutions and enhancements of existing systems
• Creation of internal standards and rules, as well as technical support of other departments
  
  

Your Qualifications

• Completed technical education (UNI, FH, HTL) in the field of software engineering, computer science, mechatronic, electrical engineering, automation engineering or equivalent
• Many years of professional experience in software development of embedded real-time systems and in managing software projects
• Excellent knowledge of the programming languages C and C++, experience with fieldbus communication (CANopen) and preferably with safety (EN ISO 13849, IEC 61508) and cybersecurity
• Organized and structured way of working, analytical and rational thinking, capable of independent work and team player
• Fluent in German and English
  
  

What we offer

• An interesting, diversified and challenging job for the hands-on and professional candidate
• Competitive salary
• Flexible working hours
• An inspiring working environment
• You have the chance to be part of the fast-growing PALFINGER MARINE family
  
  

Are you interested in the position and still have questions? Please do not hesitate to contact us.

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Irina Hristova

Talent Acquisition Specialist EMEA

email

[email protected]

Location

Salzburg Kasern

PALFINGER AG

Franz-Wolfram-Scherer-Straße 24 , 5020 Salzburg

Austria

Palfinger Salzburg Kasern

Location benefits

• Learning Opportunities
• Company Doctor
• Food Allowances
• Fitness Programs
• Flexible Working Hours
• Health Measures
• Good transport connection
• Canteen
• Maternity & paternity leave
• Staff events
• Employee discounts
• Parking facilities
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