Strong Middle Embedded Software Engineer

Огляд

Paidefence is a British—Ukrainian air defence tech company building distributed systems across the frontline. The team is looking for a Strong Middle Embedded Software Engineer who will take full ownership of firmware and embedded systems running on edge devices in harsh, real-world environments. Core value is impact for Ukraine: the company build technology that makes a real difference on the actual battlefield, not in labs or on paper specs, operate with a deep-tech mindset, pushing new technologies where engineering rigor truly matters. Paidefence value ownership and responsibility—people who execute, deliver, and stand behind the results.

Обов'язки

• develop firmware for STM32 (ARM Cortex-M) and ESP32 microcontroller series
• configure and develop embedded Linux systems on Raspberry Pi
• integrate peripherals via I2C, SPI, UART, CAN and other protocols
• write supporting software, automation scripts, and monitoring systems in Python
• design architecture for industrial solutions with high fault tolerance and operational stability

Вимоги

• 3+ years of experience in embedded systems development
• deep knowledge of C/C++ for microcontrollers
• experience with FreeRTOS (architecture, semaphores, queues)
• ability to read electrical schematics and use measurement equipment (oscilloscope, logic analyzer)
• understanding of stable industrial system development (watchdogs, error handling, operation in interference conditions)
• English level: Intermediate or higher
• experience in PCB design (Altium Designer, KiCad, or EasyEDA) will be an advantage
• experience with ROS and ROS2 will be an advantage
• rapid prototyping skills: working with 3D printers (FDM/SLA) for enclosures or mounts will be an advantage
• experience with network protocols (MQTT, HTTP, WebSocket) on ESP32/Linux will be an advantage

Умови

• meaningful and high-impact work in Ukraine’s air defense domain
• deep-tech challenges that go beyond the civilian tech sector
• high ownership and influence on tech decisions and roadmap from day one
• experienced senior engineering team and low-bureaucracy processes
• office-based role in central Kyiv, with occasional remote flexibility
• full-time position with clear, senior-to-senior communication style