Embedded Software Developer

Embedded Software Developer

Optronics R&D Embedded
Riga, Latvia (On-site)

Redwire Corporation is a global space and defense technology company building the infrastructure of the future and delivering multi-domain solutions. Redwire Defense Tech specializes in the design, manufacturing, and integration of autonomous unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and advanced electro-optical surveillance systems. Our technologies are trusted and deployed across defense, security, civil, and industrial sectors worldwide.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Embedded Software Developer to join our growing engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, maintaining, and optimizing embedded software solutions for electro-optical systems. You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams throughout the product development lifecycle to deliver innovative technologies in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop embedded software in C/C++ for microcontroller-based systems.
• Maintain software architecture and coding style according to company guidelines.
• Manage source code using Git version control.
• Perform software debugging, testing, verification, and fault diagnosis.
• Develop software drivers and interfaces for microcontroller peripherals, including GPIO, ADC, UART, SPI, I²C, PWM, and timers.
• Collaborate closely with hardware, systems, and test engineers throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Prepare, review, and maintain technical documentation, including design specifications and test reports.
• Participate in product development, validation, verification, and continuous improvement activities.
• Contribute to software quality, reliability, and performance optimization initiatives.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electronics, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in embedded software development appropriate to the level of the position (Junior or Mid-Senior).
• Strong programming skills in C/C++.
• Experience with embedded development tools and debugging environments.
• Experience working with Git version control systems.
• Knowledge of communication protocols such as UART, SPI, I²C, CAN, or Ethernet.
• Understanding of real-time embedded systems and debugging techniques.
• Ability to analyze and solve complex technical problems.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Considered an Advantage

• Knowledge of electronics and experience with hardware debugging tools, such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers.
• Familiarity with RTOS environments.
• Experience with additional programming languages, such as Python.
• Experience with Ethernet networking.
• Experience with image processing.
• Experience with UAV, robotics, aerospace, or autonomous systems.

We Offer

• A culture that values expertise, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Opportunity to work with industry-leading UAV and defense technologies.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• A modern work environment with advanced engineering equipment.
• Competitive salary of €2,800–€4,000 gross per month, based on experience and qualifications.
• Health and accident insurance, including accident insurance for children.
• Annual performance-based bonus program.
• Annual salary review.
• Financial support in special life situations.

Join our team and help shape the future of aerospace and defense technologies through innovative embedded software development.

Please submit your CV in English by clicking “Apply” or send it directly to HR.LV@Redwire.eu

We appreciate every application; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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