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Embedded Software Engineer - Sensors

🇫🇷 Carquefou, France
Category
Software & Data
Job Type
Full-time
Experience
Senior

Job Description

About Elwave

Elwave develops next-generation detection systems based on electromagnetic "electric sense" technology for underwater robotics and defense applications.

The Role

We are seeking an Embedded Software Engineer specialized in C++ development on embedded Linux for real-time measurement systems.

What You'll Do

  • Design and implement embedded software as part of the software team

  • Design communication interfaces between embedded software and electronics (in collaboration with electronics team)

  • Maintain Board Support Packages (Buildroot) for sensors

  • Write automated tests and improve continuous integration

  • Team work, pair programming, code reviews and participate in agile ceremonies

  • Technical and scientific intelligence in software field

Technology Stack

System:

  • Linux Embedded ARM, BSP, Buildroot, systemd

  • Low-level communication (SPI, UART)

Development:

  • git, CI/CD GitLab, cross-compilation, meson

Testing:

  • catch2, gtest, manual tests, non-regression tests

Requirements

  • Required: Engineering degree specialized in Computer Science

  • 5+ years of experience in embedded C++ software development

  • Specialized in C++ development on embedded Linux for real-time measurement systems

  • Experience with systems that have been approved, tested and implemented with clients

  • Strong attention to code quality and reliability

  • Good understanding of embedded system performance issues

  • Pedagogical and knowledge-sharing mindset

  • Continuously seeking best practices to improve development

  • Professional English proficiency (spoken and written)

What We Offer

  • Full-time permanent position (CDI) in Carquefou (Nantes)

  • Strong impact on software projects

  • Work in collaborative and supportive environment

  • High-level development facilities including seawater test pools

How to Apply

Send your CV and cover letter to recrutement@elwave.fr

Skills & Technologies

carquefounantesfranceembedded-softwarec++linuxreal-timearm
Posted December 12, 2025

Company Info

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Elwave

ELWAVE designs, manufactures and sells electromagnetic detection, navigation and characterization sy...

Industries
Maritime & NavalRobotics & AutomationDefence SystemsManufacturing & ProductionAutonomous SystemsResearch & Development
Founded2018
Company Size11-50
HeadquartersCarquefou, France

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