Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Responsibilities

• Develop embedded firmware in native C for STM32-based embedded systems
• Design and implement real-time embedded software for safety-critical applications, including drone control systems and payload integration
• Contribute to the architecture and design of embedded systems with high reliability and security requirements
• Collaborate closely with hardware engineers to support board bring-up, validation, and system integration
• Analyse and troubleshoot complex hardware-software interaction issues
• Contribute to safety-critical development processes, verification activities, and technical documentation
• Ensure firmware reliability, maintainability, and deterministic real-time behaviour

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of embedded firmware development experience
• Strong native C programming skills in embedded or low-level environments
• Hands-on experience with STM32 microcontrollers
• Experience with debugging tools, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers
• Experience developing real-time embedded systems using RTOS or bare-metal architectures
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with IEC 61508, ISO 26262, or DO-178C environments
• German language skills
• Experience with SIL2, functional safety, or equivalent safety-critical software development
• Exposure to drone, avionics, robotics, or autonomous systems development
• Experience in regulated industries such as defense, aerospace, or automotive

About the Company

STARK is a defense technology company revolutionising the way autonomous systems are deployed across multiple domains. We design, develop, and manufacture high-performance, software-defined unmanned systems that provide operators with a decisive edge in contested environments.