Embedded Software Developer

Do you have a passion for embedded systems and want to work close to hardware? Are you fascinated by seeing your code controlling more than just a computer? Do you thrive in an environment where different disciplines interact? Then you should join the embedded software team at Profoto!

The embedded software team at Profoto creates the code that enables photographers all over the globe to create great light in every image. The products our software control range from very small handheld LED lights to incredibly powerful xenon flashes. The importance of software in these products increases as they become more and more connected and software is replacing hardware for system control.

What we are looking for

Profoto is now looking for an Embedded Software Developer who wants to be involved not only in producing beautiful code but also enjoys setting up continuous build systems, creating interface specifications, and working with automated hardware in the loop testing. Profoto is hiring for attitude and potential and preferably hires high achievers that are willing to learn, want to work at a fast pace, and look forward to developing with us.

Key responsibilities

• Develop clean, testable and maintainable C++ code within ongoing projects
• Collaborate with electronics and mobile app developers to provide outstanding user experience
• Define and document architecture of software and systems
• Work with feature growth, maintenance and bug fixing of the existing product range

Requirements

To be successful in this position you should:

• Have MSc or similar degree in a relevant area such as electronics, computer science, mechatronics or similar
• Excellent skills in C++
• Industrial experience of embedded systems development using standard tools for ARM based systems
• Be fluent in English, spoken and written
• Preferably have experience with continuous integration and testing
• Preferably have experience with Linux and Python scripting

Your profile

You like to take responsibility for planning your own work and easily communicate with others. You are interested in trying new methods, technologies, and tools and also share your experiences with your coworkers. You have an understanding for or willingness to learn the fields listed below:

• ARM Cortex-M class microcontrollers
• Real-time operating systems
• Control theory
• Bluetooth low energy
• Proprietary 2.4GHz radio protocols
• Development with Linux, Python, Git and Jenkins

Want to join Profoto - The Light Shaping Company?

If you feel you have the potential to join our team, please apply with an updated CV and personal letter. Interviews will take place on a continuous basis, so apply today!

What we offer

Innovation has secured our position as the leading choice for the world's best photographers. Our culture is creative, entrepreneurial, forward-thinking, and agile. That's why we're looking for the very best and the very brightest to help make us better. Talented and driven people who are keen to enter a growing and fast-paced environment where responsibility is given early. We are committed to growth and we want our people to grow with us. To achieve this we offer an ambitious, high-quality and demanding culture where we value having fun together as we build a world-class company with a premium brand. We strongly believe and therefore offer our employees freedom and trust, coaching leadership, and strong individual development.

About Profoto

50 years ago, our founders Conny Dufgran and Eckhard Heine resolved to make the very best flash for the very best photographers, and they succeeded. That's a standard that we don't only aim to maintain but to surpass. Founded in 1968, we have 150 coworkers in R&D at our Stockholm Head Quarter.