Embedded Software Engineer

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At ANCS, (Automation, Navigation & Control Systems) we're dedicated to advancing the world of maritime automation and navigation systems, ensuring the highest standards of service, innovation, and quality. As a part of the global Wärtsilä network, we leverage cutting-edge technology and deep industry expertise to offer unparalleled solutions in the maritime sector. 
 
ANCS is on an exciting journey as we establish ourselves as a standalone organisation following a divestiture. This transition gives us a rare chance to redefine and build our HR and People functions from the ground up, with a focus on creating a culture that prioritises employee engagement, well-being, and a connected, inclusive experience. We're looking for passionate product professionals who are motivated to shape our product portfolio and influence the future of our organisation
 
We are now looking for a Embedded Software Engineer (m/f/d) to join our team based in our Hamburg offices. Our intention is for working predominately from the office at least 80% of the time
 

What will you be doing:
 
The main responsibilities are as follows:
 

• Embedded software development.
• Improvement and maintenance of firmware of existing products.
• Digital Hardware Design (FPGA / VHDL).
• Signal processing algorithm development.
• Mathematical modelling of radar systems.
• Radar data analysis.

This role has an emphasis on the integration of our software within a Radar hardware environment. The requirement for travel is infrequent for both day trips or short 1-2 day visits to customer sites/vessels.

Due to this the nature of our products, voluntary consent for a security check is required for candidates being considered for this position.

Education and commercial experience:      

The successful candidate will have completed their studies in electrical engineering (B.Sc, M.Sc) with a focus on Information Communications Technologies or comparable education. 
 
We would expect someone with at least 2-3 years of relevant experience post-graduation would be suited for this position.

Specific knowledge and experiences:

To be successful in this role we would expect the successful candidate to be able to demonstrate:
 

• Strong software skills with fluency in C++.
• Further knowledge in Python or Matlab would be helpful, but not mandatory.
• Solid understanding of software architecture.
• Familiarity with GNU/Linux is a plus.
• Basic knowledge in VHDL / FPGA development (ideally with Xilinx / Zynq).
• Experience with the Xilinx toolchain (Vivado) would be helpful.
• Experience using common lab measurement tools (Multimeter, Oscilloscope etc.).
• Good English and German skills spoken and written (technical English).

Contact & next steps

We hope to hear from you soon, by submitting your application through our careers portal. We aim to keep you updated on the process throughout.

Our expectation is to ask all candidates moving to interview to complete a technical assessment and a two-stage interviewing process.

Welcome to join us in shaping the decarbonisation of marine and energy!

 
 

Last application date: 30/05/2025 

At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities. 
Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.

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