376 Embedded Systems jobs in Cape Town

• Develop embedded software in C/C++ (non-negotiable)
• Participate in peer code reviews to ensure quality and maintainability (non-negotiable)
• Integrate software with hardware systems
• Contribute to our Agile development process
• (Advantageous) Work with DO-178 code certification processes
• (Advantageous) Apply Continuous Integration (CI) practices

• Degree in Electronic Engineering , Mechatronic Engineering , or Computer Science
• Minimum 3 years experience in embedded software development
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems
• Experience in peer code review processes
• Self-motivated with the ability to work collaboratively in a team

We are looking for a talented Embedded Software Engineer to join a fast-paced and innovative development team. The ideal candidate will have experience in embedded software development using C/C++ and be comfortable working in an agile environment. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about embedded systems and eager to contribute to high-impact projects involving hardware integration and real-time systems.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop embedded software using C/C++ (non-negotiable)
• Participate in peer code reviews (non-negotiable)
• Integrate software with hardware systems
• Contribute to an agile development process
• Support the code certification process (DO-178, advantageous)
• Apply knowledge of Continuous Integration (CI) tools and practices (advantageous)

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronic Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, or Computer Science
• Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in embedded software development
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems (non-negotiable)
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS)
• Participation in peer code reviews (non-negotiable)
• Advantageous: experience with code certification processes (e.g. DO-178)
• Advantageous: familiarity with CI pipelines
• Own reliable transport
• Ability to work effectively within a team and independently
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving

Amazon Lab126 is an inventive research and development company that designs and engineers high-profile consumer electronics. Lab126 began in 2004 as a subsidiary of Amazon.com, Inc., originally creating the best-selling Kindle family of products. Since then, we have produced devices like Fire tablets, Fire TV, and Amazon Echo. What will you help us create?

The Role:
We are a smart team of doers that work passionately to apply advances in robotics and software to solve real-world challenges that will transform our customers’ experiences in ways we can’t even imagine yet. As an Embedded Software Engineer, you will be working with a unique and gifted team developing exciting products for consumers and collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams.

We are looking for a talented and passionate Embedded Software Engineer to be part of an exciting team. You will have an enormous opportunity to make a large impact on the design, architecture, and implementation of cutting edge products used every day, by people you know.



Key job responsibilities
Be responsible for system architecture and development of new features for embedded systems
· Investigate, prototype and deliver new and innovative system solutions
· Design, develop and verify firmware and drivers for embedded systems
· Participate in design reviews, API development, and documentation
· Work with new technologies that are vital to product development
· Deliver investigation plans and reports, architectural documents, design specs, software and firmware source code, build scripts
· Perform tasks including debug, bring-up, Beta and production software development
· Successfully collaborate with both software and hardware product teams

- 5+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
- 5+ years of programming with at least one software programming language experience
- 5+ years of leading design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
- Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team

- 5+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Amazon Lab126 is an inventive research and development company that designs and engineers high-profile consumer electronics. Lab126 began in 2004 as a subsidiary of Amazon.com, Inc., originally creating the best-selling Kindle family of products. Since then, we have produced devices like Fire tablets, Fire TV, and Amazon Echo. What will you help us create? The Role:
We are a smart team of doers that work passionately to apply advances in robotics and software to solve real-world challenges that will transform our customers’ experiences in ways we can’t even imagine yet. As an Embedded Software Engineer, you will be working with a unique and gifted team developing exciting products for consumers and collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams. We are looking for a talented and passionate Embedded Software Engineer to be part of an exciting team. You will have an enormous opportunity to make a large impact on the design, architecture, and implementation of cutting edge products used every day, by people you know. Key job responsibilities
Be responsible for system architecture and development of new features for embedded systems
· Investigate, prototype and deliver new and innovative system solutions
· Design, develop and verify firmware and drivers for embedded systems
· Participate in design reviews, API development, and documentation
· Work with new technologies that are vital to product development
· Deliver investigation plans and reports, architectural documents, design specs, software and firmware source code, build scripts
· Perform tasks including debug, bring-up, Beta and production software development
· Successfully collaborate with both software and hardware product teams BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 5+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
- 5+ years of programming with at least one software programming language experience
- 5+ years of leading design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
- Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team

- 5+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.