Embedded developer

Way of work: 2 to 3 months of work on-site in Baden-Württemberg (can be disjointed, ex 2-3 weeks on-site then remote) – rest of the contract can be done remotely
Nationality : EU Citizen is a MUST
Languages : English, German is bonus
Start date : Asap
Contract length : 12 months (initial contract)
Amount of work : 40 hours per week

1. Embedded expert (hands-on)

Key Responsibilities:

• Configure and bring up embedded hardware platforms using vendor-provided Board Support Packages (BSPs).
• Integrate, debug, and optimise Linux-based embedded systems for NTN use cases.
• Lead compatibility assessments of NDS and NTN software on target hardware.
• Benchmark and evaluate 3GPP NTN protocol stacks (e.g., Layer 1–3 performance).
• Analyse system performance including latency, throughput, CPU/memory utilisation.
• Support setup and optimisation of 5G NTN testbeds, including radio and satellite components.
• Collaborate with software, RF, and system teams to ensure seamless integration.
• Troubleshoot low-level issues related to drivers, firmware, interfaces, and hardware-software interaction.
• Provide technical documentation, reports, and recommendations for improvements.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Strong experience in embedded systems development (C/C++, Python preferred).
• Hands-on expertise with Linux (kernel, drivers, BSP, Yocto/Buildroot).
• Experience with hardware bring-up and board-level debugging.
• Solid understanding of mobile communications (4G/5G, 3GPP standards).
• Knowledge of Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN) or satellite communications.
• Familiarity with protocol stacks and networking (TCP/IP, RLC/MAC/PHY layers).
• Experience working with RF systems, modems, or radio interfaces.
• Proficiency with debugging tools (e.g., JTAG, oscilloscopes, logic analysers).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.