Qualifications
Your passion for working closely with hardware drives your motivation to create systems that move, respond, and perform reliably. You blend analytical thinking with a practical approach and thrive in multidisciplinary teams.You should possess:A background in Embedded Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.Approximately 2–5 years of experience in embedded development, including relevant internships or graduation projects.Strong proficiency in C and/or C++ within microcontroller environments (e.g., ARM Cortex-M).Experience with RTOS-based or bare-metal development.Familiarity with common embedded communication protocols (e.g., SPI, I²C, UART, CAN, BLE).Basic knowledge of debugging tools like JTAG/SWD, logic analyzers, or oscilloscopes.
About the job
Join us as an Embedded Software Engineer specializing in Microcontrollers and play a pivotal role in enhancing the intelligence that drives our robotic and connected products. Your expertise will be essential in developing firmware that not only controls actuators but also interprets sensor data, ensuring reliable communication between systems.
As part of our team, you will work on microcontroller-based platforms where real-time performance, robustness, and efficiency are paramount. Your responsibilities will range from designing low-level control logic to integrating communication protocols such as BLE, directly influencing how our robots sense, move, and interact.
Collaboration is key in this role as you will work closely with hardware, electronics, and mechanical engineers to define interfaces, refine system requirements, and guarantee seamless integration between software and hardware. You will be engaged throughout the product lifecycle, from initial prototypes to validation and release.
About Lely
Founded in 1948, Lely is dedicated to fostering a sustainable, profitable, and enjoyable future in agriculture. We develop high-quality robots and data systems that enhance animal welfare, flexibility, and productivity on dairy farms, addressing the challenges faced by farmers and their cows.As a global leader for over 30 years in the sale and service of automated systems for dairy farmers, we inspire our team to deliver innovative solutions and reliable, long-term support. With our advanced Lely Campus in Maassluis and a worldwide network of specialized Lely Centers, we are active in more than fifty countries, committed to supporting sustainable food production.