Embedded Software Engineer

Are you a curious and hands-on Embedded Engineer who wants to develop products that make a meaningful difference in people's everyday lives? At Klaxon, part of the Etac Group, you'll have the opportunity to work on products from concept to launch and see your software come to life in products used by people every day. This is a broad role with real ownership, where you will influence both product design and technical solutions.

As an Embedded Engineer, you will be a key contributor to our product development team, helping to create reliable, safe and connected mobility solutions for wheelchair users around the world. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys combining software development with practical problem-solving close to the hardware.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain embedded firmware for ESP32-based mobility products using C/C++ and FreeRTOS

• Contribute to the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of embedded systems from concept through production release

• Develop and integrate features related to vehicle control, user interfaces, connectivity, and other product functions

• Work with communication interfaces and protocols such as Modbus, CANbus, BLE, MQTT, and LTE

• Plan, execute, and document software and system testing, debugging, and validation activities

• Troubleshoot issues on prototypes and products, both in laboratory environments and in the field

• Create and maintain technical documentation related to embedded software and product functionality

Your Profile

We are looking for someone who has:

• Professional experience in embedded software development

• Strong programming skills in C and/or C++

• Hands-on experience developing firmware for microcontrollers or other embedded platforms

• Experience working with RTOS concepts, preferably FreeRTOS

• Strong communication skills in English, both written and spoken

Meritorious experience includes:

• Product development within a highly regulated industry, especially medical devices

• Experience with ESP32 and the Espressif development ecosystem

• Experience with embedded communication protocols, particularly BLE and Modbus/CANbus

• Experience with motor control, vehicle control systems, or electric mobility products

• Experience collaborating with manufacturing or production teams

As a person, you are curious, practical, and eager to understand how things work. You enjoy turning ideas into reliable products and feel comfortable working at the intersection of software, hardware, and hands-on testing. You take ownership of your work, approach challenges in a structured way, and are able to work independently when needed. At the same time, you value collaboration and enjoy working closely with colleagues across different functions. You are detail-oriented without losing sight of the bigger picture and are motivated by seeing your work have a positive impact on people's lives.

Your future team and workplace

You will be part of our R&D team and collaborate closely with colleagues across Engineering, Production, and Quality. You will join a collaborative team of six talented engineers who share knowledge, support one another and enjoy solving technical challenges together. The team offers a combination of creativity, technical expertise and a genuine passion for innovation. You will report to the R&D Manager and be based at our office in Arnoldstein, Austria.

Klaxon Mobility, part of the Etac Group, develops innovative mobility solutions that enhance independence, freedom and quality of life. Our products combine engineering excellence, user-centred design and regulatory compliance to meet the needs of customers around the world.

Explore our products here: https://klaxonmobility.com/products/

Why Klaxon?

We are a dynamic company on an exciting journey, developing innovative mobility solutions that improve independence and quality of life for people around the world. As part of our team, you will enjoy:

• Developing products that make a real difference in people's everyday lives

• Seeing your ideas evolve from concept to finished product and into the hands of customers

• Working closely with both software and hardware in a hands-on engineering environment

• Having a broad role with real ownership and influence over technical solutions

Interested?

We review applications on an ongoing basis and encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

If you would like to learn more about the position, please contact Sandra Mansikka, talent acquisition at sandra.mansikka@etac.com. Please note that applications submitted via email will not be considered.