Senior Embedded Software Engineer (f/m/div)

Senior Embedded Software Engineer – Research & Development

In this role you will support embedded software development in structured R&D projects and in software ecosystems for prototyping, contributing to innovation projects, enabling software ecosystems for prototyping, and collaborating with partner teams while establishing an internal/external network.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and verify embedded software in the field of embedded system projects.
• Enable Infineon MCU portfolios for Arduino, ROS and Zephyr software ecosystems.
• Develop and test embedded software libraries mainly for actuators and sensors for Infineon MCU hardware platforms.
• Capture, analyze and understand requirements and break them down into structured work packages.
• Represent Infineon at events such as trade fairs and university fairs.
• Supervise working students and interns to develop leadership skills.

Qualifications & Skills

• A degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics or a comparable discipline.
• At least 2 years of professional experience in embedded software development, preferably in the semiconductor industry or in robotics, with hands‑on experience in C, C++ and Python.
• Experience with embedded Real‑Time Operating Systems such as Zephyr and FreeRTOS, and with embedded system development workflows and tools.
• Very good knowledge of MCU architecture/operation (interrupts, IPC etc.) and communication peripherals (Ethernet, CAN, UART, SPI etc.).
• Good knowledge of ROS2 and simulation tools (IsaacSim, MuJoCo) is a plus.
• Fluency in English is mandatory; proficiency in German and Italian is a plus.

Application

Please send your CV in English.

Subject to meeting all job requirements, belonging to protected categories under Law68/99 will be considered a preferential requirement.

Pay Information

Indicative Salary Range – Padova, Italy: 38320€ – 52690€.

The stated salary comprises annual base pay and target variable compensation. The starting salary is determined using objective, gender‑neutral criteria including relevant experience, qualifications and role scope; prior compensation is not requested or considered. Employees also benefit from a comprehensive total rewards package, which may include further compensation and benefit elements depending on local regulations and company policies.