Embedded Software Engineer

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries

. Develop and maintain embedded software for ARM-based SoC and FPGA control platforms .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeErlangen • GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in embedded software development for ARM-based SoCs and FPGA platforms, with strong capabilities in VHDL integration, embedded Linux configuration, and real-time software implementation. Proficient in debugging, testing, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality embedded solutions.

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Embedded Software DevelopmentVHDL IntegrationEmbedded Linux ConfigurationARM-Based SoCs ExperienceReal-Time Software Implementation

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Hard Skills

C/C++ ProgrammingVHDL DevelopmentRTOS ImplementationTask SchedulingInterrupt HandlingDevice Tree ConfigurationBootloader DevelopmentFunctional TestingIntegration TestingLoad Testing

Soft Skills

Team SpiritAnalytical ApproachProblem SolvingInitiativeCommunication

Tools & Technologies

VivadoVitisQuartusGitPetaLinuxCI/CDPythonDebugging Tools

Industry Keywords

Embedded SystemsComputer EngineeringFPGA DevelopmentSystem IntegrationTechnical Documentation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxPythonRTOSC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and maintain embedded software for ARM-based SoC and FPGA control platforms
Configure and integrate embedded Linux/PetaLinux, including board-support packages, bootloaders, device trees and peripheral drivers
Develop and integrate real-time software using RTOS or bare-metal environments
Implement task scheduling, interrupt handling and communication between processor cores
Implement and integrate VHDL modules and interfaces between the processing system and FPGA logic
Bring up new development boards and target hardware
Investigate hardware/software integration issues and support systematic debugging
Develop and execute functional, integration, timing and load tests
Document test results and maintain reproducible build and release procedures
Work closely with the development team and external hardware development partners
Support technical meetings, system integration, testing and commissioning

Requirements

What you’ll need

University degree in Embedded Systems, Computer Engineering, Computer Architecture, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or a comparable discipline
Practical experience in embedded software development using C/C++
Experience working with ARM-based SoCs, preferably AMD/Xilinx Zynq or Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC
Practical experience with VHDL for FPGA development, simulation and hardware/software integration
Experience with embedded Linux and PetaLinux, including board configuration, device trees, boot processes and driver integration
Familiarity with development and debugging tools such as Vivado, Vitis, Quartus and similar
Experience with Git, structured testing and technical documentation
Python, test automation and CI/CD experience are an advantage
Structured, analytical approach and ability to take ownership of defined development packages within a shared system architecture
Team spirit, initiative and enthusiasm for solving technical challenges together
Willingness to undertake occasional business travel
Good written and spoken English
German language skills are an advantage

Benefits

Comp & perks

A key role within the development team
Close collaboration with experts from development, manufacturing, quality and service
A modern working environment
Flexible working arrangements
Attractive development opportunities
Above-average contract terms under a collective bargaining agreement
Flexible work schedules with the option of compensatory time off
Working from home to promote a healthy work-life balance
Pleasant and collegial work environment
Company bike leasing
Subsidy for the “Deutschlandticket”
Tax-free childcare allowance