Orbital

Embedded Software Engineer – Germany | Airbus Projects

Orbital Donauwörth, Bavaria, Germany · €50K–€65K/yr

Financial Services · 51-200 employees

2 d ago
embedded Mid (2-5 yrs) Full-time Germany
Create a free account to apply — email only, no card. You can also save this posting or score it against your profile with AI.

About the role

Design and develop embedded software in C/C++ while performing debugging and performance optimization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Systems, Electronics, Verification, and Safety to ensure compliance with defense-related standards.

What they look for

Embedded software C C++ Debugging Performance optimization Requirements definition Documentation DO-178C MISRA AQAP Electronics Telecommunications Computer engineering Aerospace engineering

Requirements

Requires a degree in Electronics, Telecommunications, Computer Engineering, Aerospace, or Industrial fields with hands-on experience in embedded C/C++. Candidates must have C1 English proficiency and hold citizenship of a European country.

Benefits

Relocation assistance Accommodation support German language training Tax return support Team-building activities Technical follow-ups

Full description

Orbital Critical Systems (CAF Group) a leading company in safety‑critical software for aerospace, defence and transport, is looking for Embedded Software Engineers to join our on‑site teams in Germany.

The positions are on‑site in Germany, with opportunities available in Manching, Taufkirchen and Donauwörth.

Why join us?

💰 Competitive salary: 50,000 – 65,000 €

🏠 Support in finding accommodation and German language training.

📄 Full relocation assistance, administrative support

📦The company covers the cost of your German tax return during the first year

📌 Permanent German contract + long‑term projects

⚙️ Team-building activities and regular technical follow‑ups

🌍 Multicultural, inclusive, and innovative environment

What you will do:

  • Design and develop embedded software in C/C++
  • Perform software debugging, analysis, and performance optimization.
  • Contribute to technical reviews, requirements definition, and documentation.
  • Collaborate with Systems, Electronics, Verification, and Safety teams.
  • Ensure compliance with Defense-related standards (e.g., DO-178C, MISRA, AQAP).

What we’re looking for:

  • Degree in Electronics, Telecommunications, Computer Engineering, Aerospace, Industrial, or similar.
  • Relevant hands-on experience in embedded software in C/C++
  • C1 English Level – mandatory.
  • German C1 (will be a plus)
  • Applicants must hold citizenship of a European country.

✈ Ready to take off?

Apply now and grow your career in Germany! 🎯

Similar roles