Firmware and Embedded Software Engineer at Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)

About the job:

• The CSIR has a vacancy for a Firmware and Embedded Software Engineer in the Command Control and Integrated Systems Impact Area within the Defence and Security cluster.
• The incumbent will be responsible to design, customise and develop embedded software. This position is based in Pretoria and will report to the Research Group Leader.

Key responsibilities:

• Interpret requirements and specifications;
• Design and develop embedded firmware for microcontrollers and IoT systems;
• Build, test, and debug embedded systems prototypes;
• Collaborate with the product design team to integrate electronics into hardware systems;
• Provide circuit design and PCB development;
• Perform bench testing using oscilloscopes, multimeters, and logic analysers;
• Maintain software repositories and manage version control using Git;
• Support technical training and assist participants or interns on embedded-related projects;
• Prepare documentation and technical reports on all embedded system-related activities.

Qualifications, skills and experience:

• A Bachelor degree in electronic engineering with at least three years’ experience in firmware development.
• Experience working with microcontrollers, sensors, and communication protocols is required;
• Web or Mobile Software development will be added advantage;
• Strong programming skills in C/C++, Python, or similar languages;
• Solid understanding of electronics principles, power systems, and circuit protection;
• Familiarity with PCB layout and schematic design;
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Strong attention to detail and document preparation.

What’s in it for you?

The CSIR offers:

• Flexible hybrid work arrangement;
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive and market-related remuneration packages.
• Total guaranteed salary packages which encompass contributions to the pension fund, risk insurance and medical scheme.
• We openly acknowledge and reward our employees' contributions and accomplishments through our esteemed CSIR Excellence Awards.