Embedded Software Engineer

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Embedded Software Engineer - DE - Westhausen

Summary

The Embedded Software Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software solutions for embedded systems running on Linux Platform.

This position within global R&D is responsible for the design and development firmware for our core power tool technologies.

The role involves fostering collaborating with firmware engineers, electrical engineers, and project management professionals to achieve common objectives.

Key Responsibilities :

• Creation of requirement analyses, specifications and software designs
• Design, develop, and debug software for embedded systems based on Linux platform
• Conduct unit testing, system testing, and debugging of software components to ensure quality and reliability
• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, memory leaks, and system stability issues in embedded Linux systems
• Creation of documentation, starting with the development of concepts up to the complete process documentation
• Close collaboration with all relevant stakeholders (system testers, product managers, customer, etc.) to check functionality and address software issues

Critical Skills & Qualifications :

• Degree in computer science with a focus on software or similar
• Experience in the development of software in C and C++
• Ability to design well-structured and reusable classes and interfaces that adhere to OOP principles.
• Familiarity with embedded software development tools, debuggers, and build systems.
• Network or TCP-IP knowledge desirable
• Good knowledge of German and English

What we offer :

• Collective agreement of the metal and electrical industry
• 30 days vacation
• Special payments ( vacation bonus, Christmas bonus, payments according to collective agreement)
• Many employee benefits / employee offers (corporate benefits)
• Bike-Leasing
• International environment
• Opportunities for further training and development
• Home office possibilities

At Apex Tool Group (, we’re passionate about innovation. Whether that be products, processes or operations, our associates strive to find new ways each day to help our end-users solve their most complex challenges.

By harnessing our global resources, unprecedented insights and spirit for service, we build more than just tools for the job site we help build the future.

ATG is a global manufacturer of hand and power tools, tool storage and accessories, chain, and electronic soldering solutions with more than $ billion in annual revenues.

Our 6,900 global associates have built powerhouse brands like GEARWRENCH, SATA, Crescent, Cleco, Weller and APEX that professional trades and DIY enthusiasts alike can trust to get the job done.

With our roots dating back to the 1800s, our tools have driven technological advancements that drive efficiency, speed and end-user safety in a broad range of commercial and consumer markets.

As part of the ATG team, you will move fast, think globally, learn from your colleagues and grow your career. You’ll enjoy competitive benefits, a healthy work / life balance and have opportunities to give back to the communities we serve.

Our six core values Customers come first, Integrity in all we do, Continuous improvement, Innovation for growth, Passion to succeed and Best talent, one team - drive our daily decisions.

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