Embedded C Programmer

Embedded C Developer

This role focuses on developing embedded C applications that support connected, intelligent transport solutions, with a strong emphasis on reliability, safety and efficient system performance.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The position is based in Cape Town and centres on embedded C development for microcontroller-based systems used within intelligent transport and traffic infrastructure. Work involves both creating new features and improving existing code to support large-scale, connected systems that link devices such as traffic controllers, beacons and other field hardware to cloud-based platforms.

Key responsibilities include

• Developing embedded applications in C for microcontroller-based devices
• Creating and maintaining design documentation and feature specifications
• Analysing requirements and translating them into robust technical solutions
• Debugging and resolving code-related issues on embedded targets
• Updating, refactoring and optimising existing codebases for performance and maintainability
• Interpreting technical documentation and datasheets to ensure correct hardware and peripheral integration
• Collaborating with colleagues across different locations (including South Africa, the US and India) to align on design, implementation and testing
• Managing multiple development tasks concurrently, while maintaining quality and meeting agreed timelines
• The role has clear potential for growth into taking technical ownership of projects, contributing to architecture decisions and leading selected development initiatives.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

• A relevant Software or Engineering qualification
• Strong programming experience in C
• Practical experience with microcontroller programming (e.g. bare-metal or RTOS-based)
• Solid understanding of core software engineering principles and good engineering judgement
• Ability to debug embedded systems and work systematically through complex technical issues
• Strong sense of ownership, accountability and follow-through on assigned work
• Ability to manage your own workload and priorities with minimal supervision
• Effective problem-solving skills and a structured approach to troubleshooting
• Clear, professional communication skills for working within distributed teams
• Part of this position is testing your code on devices

NICE TO HAVE

• Linux programming experience, particularly in support of embedded or systems-level development
• Experience using Git or GitHub for version control and code collaboration
• Confidence in reading and interpreting electronic component datasheets
• Exposure to electronic hardware, such as understanding schematics, interfaces and basic hardware bring-up

WHY JOIN US

• Opportunity to work on real-world intelligent transport and smart city solutions that combine embedded devices with cloud-connected platforms
• Exposure to a modern, cross-border engineering environment collaborating with colleagues in multiple countries
• Clear scope for professional growth, including taking the lead on projects and expanding responsibility over time
• Chance to work across the full embedded development lifecycle, from design and documentation through implementation, debugging and optimisation
• To apply, submit your CV highlighting your embedded C, microcontroller and any Linux experience, along with your relevant qualification details.