Embedded Software Engineer

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Direct message the job poster from Mantech Recruitment Experienced Electronics/Electrical Engineer now General Manager for Engineering, Technology Recruitment Embedded Software Engineer - Contract - potential for temp to perm South East Melbourne, VIC Full-Time | Onsite / Hybrid Options Available Competitive hourly rate DOE About the Company Join a forward-thinking engineering and technology company based in South East Melbourne, working on cutting-edge embedded systems that power innovative RF and IoT-based products. The team is collaborative, the work is technically challenging, and the projects have real-world impact across multiple industries including industrial automation, defence, and communications. Role Overview We’re seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer with strong proficiency in C and multithreaded programming , ideally with hands-on exposure to STM32 , RTOS , and Embedded Linux . You’ll be involved in the full software lifecycle — from design and development to testing and deployment — with a focus on high-reliability, real-time systems and RF-based technologies. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain embedded software for STM32 microcontrollers Implement and debug multithreaded applications using RTOS Develop and maintain device drivers and middleware for embedded Linux platforms Integrate RF communication protocols and optimise wireless performance Collaborate with hardware engineers and testers to ensure seamless integration Use CI/CD pipelines for software testing, build, and deployment Participate in peer code reviews, architecture discussions, and technical planning sessions Document code, design decisions, and test cases clearly Required Skills & Experience Proficiency in C programming and multithreaded systems development Strong experience with STM32 and real-time operating systems (RTOS ) Hands-on development with Embedded Linux , including kernel modules and user-space applications Experience with RF communication technologies (e.g., BLE, ZigBee, LoRa, proprietary RF stacks) Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing for embedded systems Solid experience delivering embedded solutions in commercial settings Excellent communication skills — ability to explain technical ideas clearly to team members and stakeholders Nice to Have (Bonus Skills) Exposure to Python or shell scripting for test automation Knowledge of PCB-level debugging and low-level hardware bring-up Understanding of cyber security principles in embedded systems Experience with version control tools like Git and collaboration tools like Jira or Confluence Please reach out to for more info Seniority level Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Employment type Contract Job function Industries Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Mantech Recruitment by 2x Get notified about new Embedded Software Engineer jobs in Greater Melbourne Area . Senior Embedded Software (Middleware) Engineer Scoresby, Victoria, Australia 2 months ago Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 hours ago Melbourne, Victoria, Australia A$160,000.00-A$220,000.00 1 week ago Embedded Linux Field Engineer for Devices/IoT Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks ago Ubuntu Linux Kernel Engineer - BIOS/Firmware Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 month ago Bayswater, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks ago Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks ago Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr