Embedded Software Engineer

Embedded Software Engineer - ALTEN Nederland

As an Embedded Software Engineer you will:

• Design, implement, and maintain embedded software and firmware
• Develop low-level drivers and interfaces for microcontrollers or SoCs
• Support board bring-up, hardware integration, and system debugging
• Work with hardware engineers to define and validate system behaviour
• Optimize software for performance, memory usage, power, and timing
• Contribute to code reviews, testing, and documentation
• Help improve development processes and engineering best practices

Your profile

• Completed bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics or similar
• Strong experience in embedded C/C++ development
• Experience with RTOS (e.g., FreeRTOS, QNX, AUTOSAR Classic/Adaptive, or similar)
• Familiarity with embedded Linux or bare-metal systems
• Experience debugging embedded systems using tools such as JTAG, logic analyzers, or oscilloscopes
• Understanding of hardware and software interaction in embedded environments

Working Conditions

• Permanent contract
• 8% holiday allowance
• Lease car with fuel card
• Possibility of hybrid working
• Monthly net expense allowance
• 27 vacation days, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra vacation days
• Pension scheme with no personal contribution required

What We Offer

• Access to exciting projects in key sectors: Defence, Transport, Telecom, Finance
• A diverse client base: Collaborations with both large corporations and smaller players across the Netherlands
• A real career development plan: Continuous training, coaching, daily knowledge sharing
• An innovative and collaborative environment

About ALTEN

ALTEN is a world leader in engineering and technology consulting, with over 57,700 employees in more than 30 countries. We support major companies in their innovation, R&D, and digital transformation projects across sectors such as automotive, aerospace, energy, finance, life sciences, and telecommunications.

Present in the Netherlands for over 20 years, ALTEN operates from its offices in Eindhoven, Capelle aan den IJssel, Apeldoorn, Groningen, and Amstelveen. Today, with a team of 600+ consultants, ALTEN offers a wide range of expertise across Engineering and IT fields. From Automotive to Railway, and Defence to Aeronautics, our experts deploy their knowledge to provide innovative solutions in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment.

Ready for a New Challenge?

Apply now and take part in innovative and impactful projects at ALTEN!